Hospital Employees in KP Demand Timely Salaries

Employees of hospitals in the merged districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) have taken to the streets to voice their grievances over the prolonged delay in receiving funds and salaries. For the past 20 months, staff members at Type D category hospitals in tehsils like Ghiljo, Maula Khan Sarai, Dogar, and Mammadgat have been grappling with financial uncertainties while continuing to provide crucial medical services to the marginalized communities.

The situation has been exacerbated by the non-payment of funds, as highlighted by Akmal Khan, the Liaison Manager of Medical Emergency Resilience Foundation (MERF). Despite the challenges, the dedicated healthcare workers remain steadfast in their commitment to delivering quality care to those in need in the remote areas of the merged districts.

The impact of the salary delays has been severe, with employees and their families facing significant hardships. Some are struggling to meet their basic needs, underscoring the urgency for the KP Government and relevant authorities to expedite the release of salaries and funds. This is crucial to ensure the uninterrupted provision of healthcare services to the local population, especially in areas where access to medical facilities is already limited.

The plight of hospital employees in KP sheds light on the challenges faced by frontline healthcare workers in under-resourced regions. The resilience and dedication exhibited by these staff members in the face of adversity serve as a testament to their unwavering commitment to public health. As the community rallies behind them in their call for timely payments, it is imperative for authorities to prioritize the well-being of these essential workers to safeguard the health and well-being of the population they serve.