Labour Day in Pakistan
Pakistan’s first labor policy was devised in 1972, in which
May 1 was declared an official holiday. This policy also formulated the
creation of the Social Security Network, Old Age Benefit Schemes and Workers
Welfare Fund. Pakistan’s
constitution also contains various provisions and articles about labor rights.
It is important to note that Pakistan became
a member of the International Labour Organization (ILO) right after its
independence in 1947. The ILO is a United Nations (UN) specialized agency that
promotes social justice and universally acknowledged human and social rights. Pakistan has
ratified 36 ILO conventions of which eight are core conventions.Labor Day is a public holiday in Pakistan on May 1. All government and non-government organizations, factories and educational institutions remain closed. Laborers may willingly work on Labor Day, with or without payment of higher than normal wages.
Public transport may be less frequent on certain routes. Those wishing to travel in Pakistan via public transport during Labor Day should check with the local transport authorities before travelling. Many important avenues and streets are blocked to accommodate Labor Day parades and processions. Therefore, there may be traffic jams at certain times of day on certain routes.
Labor unions throughout Pakistan organize seminars, rallies and parades where union leaders deliver speeches emphasizing the history of Labor Day and its importance. Workers and unions arrange street processions, and this portrays solidarity with workers around the world.
Pakistan is a developing country but the current
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