Government workers took to the streets again, marching from Town Hall to the Civil Secretariat to demand action on job cuts and a number of unresolved issues affecting their employment rights.
The protest was led by Rehman Bajwa and fellow workers, who raised concerns over the government's decision to end thousands of posts in the name of austerity. Workers argued that the policy has placed their livelihoods at risk while existing disputes over employment rights remain unresolved.
Among the issues raised were disputes concerning leave encashment and Rule 17-A, which workers said continue to affect employees and their families.
The demonstration follows protests held in February, after which authorities reportedly committed to forming a committee and presenting its findings by March 31. According to the protesting workers, that deadline passed without the promised report being made public.
Workers criticized the lack of transparency and demanded that the government explain the status of the committee's findings and address their outstanding grievances.
The march from Town Hall to the Civil Secretariat brought the workers' demands directly to the government offices responsible for addressing them. Protesters called for accountability, implementation of workers' rights and protection of livelihoods amid ongoing austerity measures.
For the workers, the dispute extends beyond administrative policies and official notifications. They say it concerns employment, dignity and the ability of working families to secure their livelihoods.
The renewed protest reflects growing resistance among government employees who continue to demand that authorities address their grievances rather than leave them unresolved.