By Ahsan Mughal
KARACHI: Retired employees of the Karachi Municipal Corporation (KMC) gathered outside the KMC headquarters to protest against the prolonged delay in receiving their pending dues and pensions. The demonstrators called on Mayor Murtaza Wahab to take immediate action and ensure the release of their rightful payments, which have been withheld for an extended period, causing hardship for many who dedicated their working lives to serving the city.
Members of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) joined the protest, showing solidarity with the retired workers and amplifying their demands for justice. The demonstration also saw the participation of Ali Khurshidi, opposition leader in the Sindh Assembly, who condemned the ongoing neglect faced by retired municipal employees. Khurshidi emphasized that these unpaid dues and pension delays are not isolated to Karachi alone but are a widespread problem afflicting local government bodies across Sindh, from Karachi to Kashmore.
He reminded the authorities that these workers had devoted years of service to the municipal corporation, and it is a matter of basic justice and dignity that they receive their pensions and dues without further delay. The protest highlights growing frustration among retired public servants who rely on these payments for their livelihood, and it puts pressure on local officials to address the issue promptly before the situation escalates further.
