Staff Reporter:
Finance Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed on Tuesday said the current government has ensured funding for the new pay scale, leaving no room for the next elected government to reverse the decision.
“While the provision has been secured, implementation may take some time,” he said.
Salehuddin also highlighted that the interim government has stabilised the economy over the past one and a half years following a fragile period after 5 August.
He mentioned that the closure of many unnecessary projects by the previous government has slightly reduced employment, which could pose a minor challenge.
He further said the government has allocated funds for the upcoming referendum, though not specifically for a ‘Yes’ vote, noting that this year’s election requires higher allocations than usual due to the referendum.
