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Federal Government of Pakistan Decides to Release Salaries and Pensions before Eid ul Fitr to Provide Relief to Inflation-Weary People


 The government of Pakistan has announced a decision to release salaries for the current month to the employees of public sector departments before Eid ul Fitr. The decision has been made to provide relief to the inflation-weary people of the country who have been struggling with the rising cost of living.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Finance Minister Ishaq Dar held consultations to come to this decision. This announcement is a welcome relief for many Pakistani citizens who have been struggling with historic high inflation, which has forced them to forego even essential edible items.

The nation is also facing the challenge of securing external financing, with the looming threat of default hanging over it. In such a challenging economic climate, the government's decision to release salaries and pensions before Eid ul Fitr will bring some respite to the people.

Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb confirmed the development and announced that the government has also decided to release monthly pensions before the festival. This decision is a testament to the government's commitment to the welfare of the people, and it is hoped that it will help alleviate the financial burden on many households.

Eid ul Fitr is a religious event celebrated across the world, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The timely release of salaries and pensions will enable the people to celebrate this festival with greater ease and joy.

In conclusion, the federal government of Pakistan's decision to release salaries and pensions before Eid ul Fitr is a much-needed relief for the inflation-weary people of the country. It is a positive step towards addressing the challenges faced by the nation and is a testament to the government's commitment to the welfare of the people.

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