Employees of the Pakistani federal government, particularly those in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, rejoiced on Wednesday over the pay and benefit increases included in the 2024–25 budget. This budget has brought significant relief amid the ongoing inflation, with a notable 25% pay increase for government workers.
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In response to the financial challenges posed by inflation, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb proposed a 15% increase in pensions alongside an ad hoc salary increase. Despite budgetary difficulties, the government decided to enhance the purchasing power of its employees, granting a 25% pay rise for Grades 1 to 16, and a 20% rise for Grades 17 to 22.
Federal government workers, such as Sajid Ali, Jalal Khan, Waris Khan, and Khurshid Alam, expressed their satisfaction with the new measures, especially the establishment of the pension fund. Additionally, they welcomed the rise in the minimum monthly wage, which increased from Rs 32,000 to Rs 36,000.
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These measures are expected to provide significant financial relief and enhance the overall well-being of government employees.
