LAHORE: More than 12,000 temporarily appointed teachers working in public schools across Punjab have reportedly not received their salaries for the past three months, raising concerns about financial hardship and administrative delays.
According to reports, School Teacher Interns recruited to address staffing shortages in government institutions have yet to be paid for December, January and February. Many of the affected teachers say the delay has made it increasingly difficult to manage household expenses, transportation costs and other daily needs.
Despite the non-payment, the interns have continued performing their duties in classrooms, maintaining academic activities and supporting regular staff. However, several teachers described the uncertainty surrounding their wages as stressful, particularly for those who rely solely on this income.
The interns have urged the provincial education minister and relevant authorities to intervene and ensure the immediate release of outstanding salaries. They say timely payment is essential not only for their financial stability but also for maintaining morale within schools already operating under pressure.
Meanwhile, the recruitment of more than 12,500 additional temporary teachers remains pending. With thousands of vacancies still unfilled in public schools, the delay has added to the workload of existing staff and heightened concerns about the impact on students’ learning.
Officials from the School Education Department have stated that the pending payments will be cleared soon, though no specific timeline has been provided.
