The Sindh government has officially raised the minimum wage across the province, with a new monthly base salary of Rs. 40,000 for unskilled workers. A notification issued this week outlined revised rates for various categories of labor, effective from July 1, 2025.
According to the announcement, semi-skilled workers will now earn Rs. 41,280 per month, while skilled workers are entitled to Rs. 48,910. Highly skilled laborers will receive a minimum monthly wage of Rs. 50,868. The daily minimum wage has also been adjusted to Rs. 192 per hour.
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Rafiq Qureshi, Secretary of the Minimum Wage Board, said the wage revision was carried out under the Sindh Minimum Wages Act, 2015. He noted that the latest increase reflects an 8.1% hike and is applicable to all businesses and institutions, whether registered or not. He further mentioned that the board is open to receiving objections or suggestions regarding the new wage structure within 14 days.
Sindh Labour Minister Shahid Thahim emphasized the government’s commitment to labor rights, stating that female workers will be paid equally to their male colleagues. He warned that employers found violating the new wage policy would face legal action.