In a major relief for public sector employees, the Sindh government has announced a 12% salary increase for grades 1-16 and a 10% raise for grades 17-22 in the 2025-26 budget. Retired employees will also benefit from an 8% hike in pensions. The decision, presented by Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah—who also holds the finance portfolio—comes as part of the province’s efforts to ease financial burdens amid rising inflation.
The move follows the federal government’s earlier decision to increase salaries of federal employees by 10% and pensions by 7%. Additionally, the Sindh budget includes an enhanced conveyance allowance for differently-abled employees, ensuring better support for their mobility needs. CM Shah described the budget as “comprehensive,” emphasizing its role in welfare and development programs.
The provincial government unveiled an ambitious Annual Development Program (ADP) worth Rs1,018 billion, with Rs520 billion allocated for the Provincial ADP. The remaining funds will support District ADP, Foreign Project Assistance (FPA), and Federal PSDP grants. Key sectors like education, health, irrigation, and local government received substantial allocations, reflecting the administration’s focus on sustainable growth.
CM Shah highlighted that the budget aims to unlock Sindh’s untapped potential through infrastructure upgrades and social services. Major allocations include Rs102.8 billion for education, Rs45.4 billion for health, Rs84 billion for irrigation, and Rs132 billion for local government. The budget is expected to drive economic progress while addressing public sector employees’ financial concerns.