Local government plays a crucial role in: Public Services: Providing essential services such as water supply, waste management, and local infrastructure. Community Development: Implementing projects and policies to enhance the well-being and development of the local community. Education and Health:Read more
Local government plays a crucial role in:
- Public Services:
Providing essential services such as water supply, waste management, and local infrastructure.
- Community Development:
Implementing projects and policies to enhance the well-being and development of the local community.
- Education and Health:
Overseeing local schools and health services, ensuring access to quality education and healthcare.
- Urban Planning:
Managing zoning, land use, and city planning to promote orderly development and a livable environment.
- Law Enforcement:
Ensuring public safety through local police departments and emergency services.
- Local Regulations:
Enforcing and creating local laws and regulations tailored to the specific needs of the community.
- Representation:
Acting as a representative voice for the community, advocating for local interests at higher levels of government.
- Economic Development:
Fostering a favorable environment for local businesses and economic growth.
- Crisis Management:
Responding to and managing local crises, such as natural disasters or public health emergencies.
- Civic Engagement:
Encouraging citizen participation and engagement in local decision-making processes.
As of June 10, 2025, the Pakistani federal government is expected to unveil the Budget 2025-26 today, and proposals for salary increases for government employees are a key part of it. Here's a summary of the expected increases and proposals: * General Salary and Pension Increase: A 10% increase in sRead more
As of June 10, 2025, the Pakistani federal government is expected to unveil the Budget 2025-26 today, and proposals for salary increases for government employees are a key part of it.
See lessHere’s a summary of the expected increases and proposals:
* General Salary and Pension Increase: A 10% increase in salaries and pensions for government employees is widely proposed.
* Disparity Allowance: A 30% disparity allowance has been proposed for employees in Grades 1-16, with the possibility of it being integrated into their basic pay.
* Higher Grades: A 15% pay raise has been suggested for employees in Grades 17-22.
* Ad-hoc Relief Allowance Merger: Authorities are also considering merging the 2022 ad hoc relief allowance into basic pay, which would result in a permanent increase and impact future raises and pension calculations.
* Minimum Wage: The minimum wage is also expected to be increased.
* Other Proposals: Some proposals also include a 15% increase in disparity allowance for Grades 1-16, applicable to Grades 17-22. There have also been demands for a 50% increase in salaries and a 100% increase in pensions by the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP).
It’s important to note that these are proposals and the final decisions will be made during the federal cabinet meeting and announced as part of the official budget for the fiscal year 2025-26.