Budget 2026 brings 7% Salary, Pension increase for Govt Employees
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ISLAMABAD – Pakistai government unveiled major relief package for millions of workers and retirees in its proposed Budget 2026–27, recommending increases in salaries, pensions, and the minimum wage. According to budget documents, public sector employees are set to receive a 7% salary increase, while retired government workers could benefit from a 7% rise in pensions. The proposal aims to provide financial support amid rising living costs and inflationary pressures. The government also proposed a 10% increase in the minimum wage, a step that could boost earnings for low-income workers across the country. If approved, these measures would offer much-needed relief to government employees, pensioners, and minimum-wage earners, making the budget one of the most closely watched financial plans in recent years. More updates to follow…