ISLAMABAD – The salaries of government employees are expected to increase in the upcoming budget amid inflation.
Informed sources claimed that government is considering several proposals for salary increases ranging from 10-15percent for public sector employees in budget 2024-25.
Ministry of Finance is inclined to propose a 10 percent increase, and the final decision will be made in the coming days.
Another proposal under review is to enhance monetization allowances for higher-grade officers (grades 20, 21, and 22) by 20pc to 25pc. As of now, grade 20 officers receive car monetization of Rs67,000 per month, grade 21 officers receive Rs77,000 per month, and grade 22 officers receive Rs87,000 per month. These figures may be increased to address inflationary pressures.
The budget for 2024-25 was earlier slated to be held on June 10, but is now expected to be presented on June 12. Pakistan Economic Survey 2023-24 will be presented on June 11 following a council meeting on June 10.
Federal budget 2024-25 is likely to be approved by the Senate by June 26. In response to IMF demands, the Pakistani government is expected to end tax exemptions in the FY2024-25 budget, including phased eliminations of sales and income tax exemptions.
Furthermore, the government is considering imposing a sales tax on tractors and pesticides, which could lead to price increases for these essential agricultural products.
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