TMA pensioners’ protest intensifies in Charsadda over delay in pension payments

PESHAWAR, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 23rd Jun, 2026) Tehsil Municipal Administration (TMA) pensioners in Charsadda on Tuesday intensified their protest against the non-payment and delay of pensions, urging the government to take immediate notice of their grievances.

The protesters carried placards and chanted slogans, demanding the timely release of their pensions. They stated that receiving pensions on time is their legal right and that continued delays are causing severe financial hardships for the retired employees.

The pensioners warned that if their pensions were not released within one week, they would expand the scope of their protest and adopt a more aggressive course of action.

The protest has also received support from the Municipal Workers Union as union representatives announced that if the pensioners’ demands were not met, municipal services could be suspended and the protest movement further intensified.

Speaking on the occasion, union leaders including Marjan Ali and Naveed Khan emphasized that the immediate payment of pensions is essential, as retired employees are facing serious financial difficulties due to the delays.

The protesters called on the government to ensure the prompt disbursement of pensions and address employees’ concerns on a priority basis.