According to a new circular, all ministries, divisions, and attached departments have been told to immediately review their staffing structures and submit updated data showing how much of the women’s quota is being implemented.

Officials said the collected data will be compiled into a detailed report for higher authorities to examine which organizations are following the policy and where gaps still exist. Departments have also been instructed to share the total number of approved posts, how many are filled under the women’s quota, and how many remain vacant.

They must also explain why certain reserved positions have not been used and propose measures to improve recruitment in the future. The government emphasized that strict compliance with the quota policy is essential, calling women’s fair participation a “core part of public sector reforms.”

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This step comes amid growing pressure from lawmakers and civil society groups demanding greater female representation at the federal level, especially in mid- and senior-level posts.

Departments requiring relaxation of hiring restrictions to fill women’s quota positions have been told to formally inform authorities to prevent administrative delays and ensure no approved seat stays empty.

Officials said the move is part of a broader effort to increase women’s inclusion in government jobs and to promote gender balance in policymaking and governance.

This directive highlights the government’s renewed focus on gender equality in employment. By pushing ministries to act, it signals a shift from policy to real accountability. If implemented properly, the 10% quota could open doors for many skilled women waiting for fair opportunities in the public sector.