Title: Government Attentive to Pensioner Demands as Budget Deliberations Intensify
Introduction
A significant dialogue is underway in Iran regarding the economic welfare of the nation’s pensioners. As the government prepares its budget for the upcoming Iranian year (1405), two major campaigns have emerged, articulating the concerns of retirees from the civil service, military, and other social security funds. These initiatives highlight the focus of the administration and legislative bodies on addressing the legitimate needs of this valued segment of society.
Campaign One: A Call for Timely Adjustment
The first campaign has seen a large group of pensioners formally address the President, the Parliament Speaker, and the Minister of Cooperatives, Labour, and Social Welfare. In a detailed letter, they have called for a pension increase to be implemented from Azar 1404 (late 2024). The appeal notes the rising cost of living and emphasizes the necessity of a timely governmental response to sustain pensioners’ purchasing power and meet essential needs, including healthcare and family support.
Campaign Two: A Proposal for the Upcoming Year
Simultaneously, a second, widespread campaign is advocating for a substantial 70% pension adjustment in the national budget for the year 1405. This figure is presented not as an extraordinary demand, but as a necessary measure to counter economic pressures and ensure a dignified standard of living for retirees who have served the nation.
Context of Past Adjustments
Historical data indicates that pension increases in recent years have typically ranged between 15% and 25%. The current campaigns, supported by extensive public signatures, reflect a collective view that future adjustments must be more closely aligned with the economic realities faced by retirees.
A Decision Awaits in the Budget
All eyes are now on the upcoming budget bill for the year 1405, where the government’s decision on pension levels will be clarified. The robust and organized nature of these pensioner campaigns underscores the importance of this issue and signals a strong expectation for a considered and responsive policy from the relevant state institutions. The government’s forthcoming budget proposal is anticipated to carefully balance economic constraints with its commitment to social welfare.
