Sindh Government Introduces New Minimum Wage Framework for Provincial Workers

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The Sindh government has implemented a revised wage policy, effective from July 1, 2025, establishing a new minimum monthly wage of Rs40,000 for unskilled workers in industrial and commercial sectors across the province. The updated framework includes pay scales for skilled and semi-skilled workers, with semi-skilled workers earning Rs41,380, skilled workers receiving Rs49,628, and highly skilled workers being paid a monthly wage of Rs51,745.

Key Takeaways:

  • The new minimum wage of Rs40,000 for unskilled workers applies to both registered and unregistered establishments in the province.
  • Semi-skilled workers will earn Rs41,380, skilled workers will receive Rs49,628, and highly skilled workers will be paid a monthly wage of Rs51,745.
  • A minimum hourly wage of Rs192 has been made mandatory for establishments paying workers on a daily or hourly basis.
  • The Labour Department is in regular consultation with industrial stakeholders to ensure compliance with labour laws.
  • Provincial Labour Minister Shahid Abdul Salam Thaheem emphasized the government's intention to safeguard fair compensation, improve working conditions, and promote dignity in employment.
  • The revised wage framework has come into effect on July 1, 2025, in line with the government's pro-labour policy stance.

Statistics:

  • Rs40,000: New minimum monthly wage for unskilled workers
  • Rs41,380: Monthly wage for semi-skilled workers
  • Rs49,628: Monthly wage for skilled workers
  • Rs51,745: Monthly wage for highly skilled workers
  • Rs192: Minimum hourly wage for establishments paying workers on a daily or hourly basis

Sources:

  • The Express Tribune