International Human Rights Commission Holds Labor Day Rally in Sanghar
Sanghar (HasnainAshiqSaand) To mark International Labor Day, the International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) organized a peaceful rally in Sanghar, aimed at raising awareness about workers’ rights and expressing solidarity with the labor community.
The rally commenced from the IHRC office and concluded in front of the Sanghar Press Club, passing through key roads of the city. A large number of citizens, social activists, women leaders, labor representatives, and individuals from various walks of life participated in the rally.
Participants carried banners and placards inscribed with slogans such as “Long Live Workers,” “Justice and Rights Now,” and “Low Wages Not Acceptable.” The event drew attention to the challenges faced by the working class, especially in terms of fair wages, legal protection, and workplace dignity.
Addressing the rally, IHRC Sindh President Jam Ghulam Qadir stated that Pakistani laborers work tirelessly, yet their wages are insufficient to meet basic needs. “It is high time effective legislation is introduced and enforced to protect the rights of workers,” he emphasized.
District President Abdul Majeed Bhatti added that merely drafting labor laws is not enough—strict implementation is essential. He demanded an immediate increase in the minimum wage to help alleviate the financial burdens on workers.
Women leaders, including Madam Rubina Maqsood, Shumaila Arain, Razia Dhamrah, and Zareena, highlighted the dual challenges faced by female laborers, such as low wages and workplace harassment. They called for urgent, gender-specific protective measures to ensure a safe and equitable working environment for women.
STP leader Jabbar Junejo and other speakers criticized exploitative policies by private companies and factory owners. They urged the government to provide social security, healthcare, and pension schemes to laborers across all sectors.
At the conclusion of the rally, a unanimous resolution was passed, demanding the government to Set the minimum wage at Rs. 50,000 per month, enforce labor laws strictly, create job opportunities for unemployed youth and ensure a safe and equal work environment for women laborers.
