The Ministry of Finance has also issued a directive to the Controller General of Accounts to ensure timely payments.

According to the official notification, government employees will receive their salaries on March 27, while pensioners will also get their March pensions on the same day.

Finance Ministry officials stated that Eid al-Fitr is expected to fall on either March 31 or April 1.

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The decision aims to facilitate employees and pensioners in making preparations for the festive occasion.

The ministry has instructed the relevant authorities to complete the payment process efficiently to avoid any delays.