Title: Social Security Organization Clears Back Pay, Prioritizes Pensioners for Farvardin Salary Adjustment
Tehran – In a significant move to address pensioner concerns, Iran’s Social Security Organization has officially announced the commencement of back payments for the annual salary adjustment pertaining to the month of Farvardin (March 21 – April 20). The disbursement process is scheduled to begin on September 2nd or 3rd, 2024, and will continue through the end of the Iranian month of Shahrivar.
Prioritizing the Most Vulnerable
The payments, which are estimated to average between 3 to 4 million tomans per retiree, will be distributed with a clear priority. The first phase of the rollout will focus on retirees receiving the minimum pension level, survivors of deceased pensioners, and those classified as disabled. Following this initial group, all other pension tiers are slated to receive their adjustments within the subsequent two-week period.
This structured approach underscores the organization’s commitment to ensuring that the most financially vulnerable members of the retiree community receive support first.
Addressing Past Delays and Building Trust
The announcement comes after a period of anticipation and some public concern over the timing of these adjustments, which are a standard annual feature. Delays in the issuance of monthly pay slips, particularly for the month of Mordad (July-August), had been a point of contention for many retirees.
Social welfare experts have noted that such delays can create financial pressure and anxiety for pensioners, especially for those who rely solely on their monthly stipend to manage their household expenses. The clear communication of a definitive timeline for the Farvardin adjustment is seen as a positive step toward restoring confidence and providing retirees with greater financial predictability.
A Path Forward
Retiree representatives have consistently emphasized two key requirements: the immediate payment of all outstanding adjustments and the restoration of a transparent, regular schedule for the issuance of monthly pay slips.
It is expected that the Social Security Organization, in coordination with the Ministry of Cooperatives, Labour, and Social Welfare, will continue to work towards these goals. Providing clarity on the reasons for any past delays and firmly committing to future timetables are viewed as essential measures to fully address retiree concerns and alleviate financial strain. This action reflects the ongoing efforts to uphold the social welfare commitments to Iran’s retired community.