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Science Ministry Defies Rightsizing Plan to Hire New Department Chief With Huge Salary

The Ministry of Science and Technology in Pakistan has decided to hire a new department chief with a substantial salary package, despite the government's ongoing rightsizing plan aimed at reducing expenditures. This decision comes at a time when the government is pushing for austerity measures across various departments. The new chief's salary is reported to be significantly high, raising concerns about the ministry's adherence to the financial discipline mandated by the federal government. Critics argue that this move contradicts the spirit of the rightsizing initiative, which seeks to streamline government operations and cut down on unnecessary expenses. The appointment has sparked a debate on the effectiveness and implementation of the rightsizing policy, highlighting potential inconsistencies in how different ministries are interpreting and applying the government's directives.

Read the Full ProPakistani Article at:
[ https://propakistani.pk/2025/02/09/science-ministry-defies-rightsizing-plan-to-hire-new-department-chief-with-huge-salary/ ]