In a significant move to uplift the living standards of its citizens, the federal government on Tuesday set the minimum monthly wage at Rs32,000, as revealed in a recent notification issued by the finance division.
This decision, which is slated to take effect from July 01, 2023, is expected to have far-reaching implications for workers across various sectors.
The new minimum wage, a long-awaited development, is applicable to all Civil Employees of the Federal Government, as well as civilians paid from Defence estimates, which includes contingent paid staff and contract employees employed against civil posts in Basic Pay Scales, following the standard terms and conditions of contract employment.
One of the most notable aspects of this decision is that those whose gross salary falls below the Rs32,000 threshold will be entitled to receive the difference as a Special Allowance.
This wage increase comes on the heels of a recent decision by the government to enhance financial remuneration for key individuals hired from the private sector into the bureaucracy, specifically for positions at the MP1, MP2, and MP3 levels.
The government's commitment to fair compensation and the well-being of its workforce has been a priority, and these recent measures are a testament to that dedication.
The move to set the minimum wage at Rs32,000 reflects the government's efforts to address the concerns of the working class and improve their socio-economic conditions.
