2024-01-11 02:49:59
Cabinet approves President’s proposal for Rs 5,000 bonus for civil servants from January
The Cabinet has given the green light to President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s proposal to provide a Rs 5,000 bonus to civil servants starting from January. This move is part of the Rs 10,000 proposed to be given to government employees through Budget 2024, with half of the amount to be paid out in the new year.
President Wickramasinghe has taken this action in light of the economic crisis faced by government employees, aiming to provide much-needed financial relief. Additionally, the President had previously stated that government employees would receive further financial assistance after this year’s Thai Pongal festival.
Despite this move, it is worth noting that government employee unions are still protesting, arguing that the proposed Rs 10,000 increase in the budget for government employees is insufficient. The unions are calling for further support to address the financial burdens faced by civil servants.
The decision to allocate a bonus to civil servants is seen as a step towards addressing the financial challenges faced by government employees. It remains to be seen how the government will respond to the concerns raised by employee unions and how the allocated funds will be distributed to provide additional relief. Stay tuned for further updates on this issue.
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