Rewritten Title: National Pensioners Appeal for Economic Justice and Fulfillment of Rights
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In a concerted effort to address pressing economic concerns, a nationwide campaign by Iranian pensioners and civil servants has brought their legitimate demands for financial justice to the forefront of the national political dialogue. The movement emphasizes the lawful and principled nature of their requests, seeking urgent government action to align pensions and salaries with current economic realities.
A Call for Economic Justice
The campaign, detailed in open letters and meetings with officials, centers on a fundamental appeal for economic justice. Representatives argue that with a reported inflation rate of 60% and the rising cost of the dollar, the current incomes of government employees and pensioners have been severely eroded. This has led to significant difficulties in affording basic necessities, including food, housing, medicine, and essential household appliances.
A primary demand is for a substantial salary and pension adjustment that accurately reflects the real inflation rate and the cost of basic goods. The campaign outlines specific requests, including raising minimum pension levels and achieving parity between the pensions of retired and active civil servants.
Institutional Support and Legislative Demands
The movement has gained formal backing from key representative bodies. Mr. Abdolhamid Abaei Hassani, Head of the Board of Directors for the Khuzestan Province Retirees and Social Security Pensioners Association, has publicly appealed to the government for immediate intervention.
In his correspondence, he highlighted critical issues such as delays in the disbursement of supplementary insurance and life insurance funds, which have caused disruptions in medical services for retirees. He stressed that resolving these matters is in line with the national principles of honoring retirees and veterans, who once formed the pillars of the country’s production and resilience.
Simultaneously, the High Council of Retired Workers of Social Security has hosted gatherings with pensioners from across the nation. During these meetings, council officials affirmed their commitment to being a standard-bearer for retirees’ rights at all levels of national decision-making. They pledged to continue constructive advocacy until the full implementation of relevant laws and the realization of promised benefits are achieved.
A Forward-Looking Appeal
A key strategic point emphasized by the campaigners is the need for their demands to be codified into law. This, they argue, would ensure continuity and prevent future administrations from neglecting their obligations, thereby providing lasting economic security for pensioners and civil servants.
The campaign positions itself not as a protest, but as a lawful and constructive pursuit of rights, expressing confidence that the government, under its current leadership, will address these concerns with the urgency and fairness they warrant. The outcome of this appeal is being closely watched as a measure of social and economic policy responsiveness.