ISLAMABAD: The federal government of Pakistan has decided to eliminate all temporary and emergency positions as part of its organizational restructuring and cost-saving measures.
As per the details, the Ministry of Finance has sent the directive to all ministries and divisions for immediate implementation. This move follows recommendations from the government’s “Right-Sizing Committee.”
Positions being terminated include roles such as Naib Qasid, security guard, sweeper, record sorter, carpenter, electrician and plumber with a ban on future recruitment for these roles.
To support affected employees, the government has introduced several financial packages, including:
Lum Sum Package:
Up to 10-year of service: 1 basic salary per year.
10-20 years of service: 1.5 basic salaries per year.
Over 20 years of service: 2 basic salaries per year.
Pension & Gratuity:
Leas than 5 years of service: No additional benefits.
5-10 years of service: Gratuity equal to one basic salary per year.
Hybrid Package:
For employees with up to 10 years of service” 1.5 gross salary per remaining year.
For those with over 10 years: 1.5 basic salaries as a lump sum.
This package has been approved for employees of the Pakistan Public Works Department (PWD) and may be extended to others as part of future restructuring efforts.
