ISLAMABAD, Apr 28, The Pakistan government sped up the
implementation of right-sizing policies to meet the targets set for the
end of the current fiscal year, June 30, in line with International
Monetary Fund (IMF) conditions and objectives.
Credible sources said that the Pakistan government is ensuring the
execution of actions under its right-sizing policy, with the third phase
of the initiative nearing completion.
Sources said for the third phase, five ministries and divisions have
been selected, including the Ministry of Finance, the Power Division, as
well as the Ministries of Information & Broadcasting, National Heritage
& Culture, and Education.
Proposals for the fourth phase of right-sizing are expected to be
finalized within a week.
In this phase, five ministries/divisions have also been selected,
including Railways, Communications, Poverty Alleviation, Social
Protection, along with the Petroleum Division and the Revenue Division.
Moreover, the Pakistan government has initiated work for the fifth
phase, selecting another set of five ministries and divisions, including
the Ministries of Planning, Privatization, and Economic Affairs, along
with the Establishment and Cabinet Divisions.
Previously, the federal cabinet approved proposals for the second phase
of right-sizing on January 1, 2025, and for the first phase on August
27, 2024.
According to sources, under the right-sizing policy so far, the federal
government has abolished a total of 32,070 posts, while 7,826 additional
positions have been canceled .