In a recent development, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced that the upcoming federal budget will not include increases in salaries or pensions for government employees. In a written response to the National Assembly, he confirmed that there are no current proposals to revise pay scales, allowances, or pensions for the next fiscal year. ​GNN HD+4Samaa TV+4The News+4
This decision comes amid rising inflation, with many public sector workers anticipating financial relief. The lack of salary adjustments is expected to raise concerns among employees facing increasing living costs. ​The Tribune
Additionally, the government is reviewing the ceiling and hiring limits for public sector workers. Earlier this month, significant changes to pension calculations were introduced, including basing pensions on the average salary of the last 24 months instead of the final salary, and disallowing multiple pensions. ​ARY News+6The Tribune+6GNN HD+6
These measures are part of broader fiscal policies as the government prepares for the upcoming budget, which will be closely watched by various stakeholders.
