On the occasion of International Labour Day, President Dr. Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif leave the message and expressed their appreciation for the hard work of labour’s and emphasized the importance of protecting their rights.
President Arif Alvi in a statement said that the Labour Day is an opportunity to renew the commitment to upholding the dignity of labour and acknowledging the courageous struggle of workers for their fundamental rights.
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The president further added that the labour force is the backbone of our economy, and it is crucial to take measures to safeguard their rights by strictly enforcing labour laws and discouraging unjust labour practices.
Meanwhile Premier Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the workers’ pivotal role in economic development, in his message on the occasion.
“The day symbolises the sanctity and dignity of labour, and at the same time, it was an acknowledgment of the importance of workers and labourers for being central to the economic growth of the country,” a press release issued by the media wing of PM Office quoted the premier as saying.
In his message on Labour Day, PM Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving the working and living conditions of workers and to supplementing their welfare through the provision of better housing, education facilities and health cover for them and their families.
The present government was committed to ensuring the benefits of economic progress translated into prosperity for all sections of the population, particularly the labourers and workers, he said.
PM Shehbaz further stated that international workers’ day reminds us of the sacrifices of the workers who laid down their lives while waging a relentless struggle for their rights.
“Our great religion, Islam, emphasises the principles of social justice, equity and respect for the rights of the people. Allah Almighty and the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) have ordered us to fulfill the rights of the workers and not be lax in the performance of this core duty,” the premier was quoted saying.
He said they found numerous inspiring examples of the dignity of labourers and respect for the rights of the working class in the life of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).
Keeping in view the high inflation rates and other economic challenges, PM Shehbaz said that the government had increased the minimum wages of workers from Rs17,500 to Rs25,000 per month.
The premier further said the government has launched vocational training and skill development programs to empower workers to secure their rightful place in job markets, both nationally and internationally.
Remember that Labour Day, also known as May Day, which celebrated on 1st May every year in various parts of the world as a day to honor and acknowledge the contributions of laborers and workers to society. The day holds special significance as it recognizes the struggles and sacrifices of workers who fought for their rights and dignity.
In many countries, Labour Day is a public holiday and is celebrated with parades, speeches, and other festivities. The holiday has its roots in the labour movement, which fought for better working conditions and workers’ rights in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, Labour Day serves as a reminder of the importance of workers and the ongoing struggle for social and economic justice.
On this day, people from different walks of life come together to show solidarity with the labor force and highlight the importance of fair treatment and protection of their rights.
