Title: Second Installment of Retired Educators’ Bonus: Payment Timeline Confirmed by Minister
Introduction
In a move highlighting the government’s commitment to its civil servants, the Minister of Education has announced the imminent disbursement of the second installment of the end-of-service bonus for retired educators. This development addresses the concerns of a segment of retirees and underscores the administration’s focus on the education sector.
Addressing Retiree Concerns
The announcement comes in response to inquiries regarding the delayed full payment of the bonus for approximately 40,000 educators who retired in the current Iranian year (1403). Some retirees had formally registered their concerns through official channels, citing the economic pressures of inflation and the decreasing value of the national currency as factors amplifying the impact of the delay.
Official Assurance from the Ministry
Minister of Education, Alireza Kazemi, provided clarity on the issue during a public event in Qods County. He confirmed that the first installment of the bonus had been successfully paid before the start of the Iranian month of Shahrivar. “God willing, we will soon pay the second installment as well,” the Minister stated, offering a definitive timeline and reassurance to the retired educators.
Education as a National Priority
Minister Kazemi further contextualized the payment within the broader governmental strategy. “Today, education is the first priority of the government,” he emphasized. “We must appreciate this attention from the government and strive to ensure that positive developments continue to take place in the education sector.” This statement reinforces the political will to support both active and retired members of the educational community, framing their welfare as integral to national progress.