Sindh Budget 2026–27: Salaries, Pensions increased by 7pc; Minimum Wage set at Rs43,000

KARACHI – Sindh government announced relief package for public sector employees, pensioners, and low-income workers as part of its latest budget measures. For the next Fiscal Year, the PPP-led government approved 7percent increase in salaries and pensions for provincial government employees and retirees. The increase is aimed at providing financial relief amid rising living costs and inflationary pressures. The government decided to merge Adhoc Relief Allowances of 2022 and 2025 into the basic pay structure. The move is expected to benefit employees in the long term, as future allowances, benefits, and pension calculations will be based on an enhanced basic salary. Sindh government has also announced an increase in the minimum monthly wage from Rs40,000 to Rs43,000, providing additional support to workers across the province. Employers in both the public and private sectors will be required to comply with the revised minimum wage structure. Officials said the measures are intended to improve the financial well-being of employees, pensioners, and workers while strengthening purchasing power and offering relief from the impact of inflation. The latest announcements are being viewed as a significant step toward enhancing employee welfare and supporting the province’s workforce in the upcoming fiscal year. Rs5.9tr Punjab budget focuses on public relief, infrastructure