LAHORE – Election Commission of Sindh issued two months’ additional salaries to its officers and employees, releasing a staggering Rs4.98 crore for the institution.
Head Office of the Election Commission Sindh alone received Rs1.14 crore, while drivers and peons are set to receive three extra salaries each, sparking debate over the allocation.
Regional offices were not left behind: Hyderabad Regional Office got over 15.75 lac. Sukkur Regional Office got over Rs14.75 Lac. Karachi Regional Office, over 12.75 lakh released. Larkana Regional Office got over Rs15.75 lakh released.
This massive disbursement of funds to the Election Commission has raised questions about fiscal priorities and timing, especially amid ongoing budget scrutiny. Citizens and experts are already expressing concern over such lavish payouts in a government body tasked with electoral accountability.
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