Sindh approves 7% salary increase for Rescue 1122 employees
The decisions were taken during the sixth meeting of the Sindh Emergency Council, chaired by Adviser to the Chief Minister Giyan Chand Israni. The meeting reviewed the performance, financial, and administrative matters of Rescue 1122, along with staff welfare and proposed allowances.
Director General Rescue 1122 Brigadier (retd) Wajid Sibtghatullah Mahar gave a detailed briefing on the department’s performance and operations. The council also discussed fire safety audits and the anti-rabies campaign.
Rescue 1122 has helped more than 1.33 million people
Mahar told the meeting that Rescue 1122 has provided medical assistance and emergency services to more than 1.33 million people since its establishment.
He said the emergency service had also saved 5,238 lives in different accidents.
The service currently receives more than 10,000 calls every day, showing the scale of demand for emergency assistance in the province.
Rescue 1122 is currently operating with 149 vehicles and 1,723 personnel, according to the briefing given to the council. The figures were presented as part of the department’s performance review during the meeting.
Rs30 million martyr package approved
The council also approved a Rs30 million martyr package for Rescue 1122 employees. The package is aimed at providing financial support in cases where rescue personnel lose their lives while performing their duties.
The meeting also approved the 7% salary increase for Rescue 1122 employees. The measures were discussed as part of broader efforts to improve the welfare and support available to emergency service workers.
Contract workers get one-year extension
The council decided to extend the service of all contract employees for another year. The extension will allow existing contract workers to continue serving in Rescue 1122 while the department addresses its staffing and operational requirements.
The decision also provides greater job continuity for employees currently working on contracts. Officials reviewed the staffing situation along with other administrative matters during the meeting.
Health insurance and pensions under review
The council also discussed health insurance and pension-related matters for Rescue 1122 employees.
It decided to forward these issues to the provincial cabinet after completing the necessary consultations. The move could lead to further decisions on welfare benefits for rescue workers.
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The council also decided that approval for additional allowances would be sought from the Sindh Finance Department. The allowances remain subject to the required financial and administrative approvals.
Rescue 1122 performance reviewed
The meeting provided an opportunity to review the department’s overall performance and emergency response activities. The high number of calls received by Rescue 1122 reflects the demand for medical and emergency services across Sindh.
The department’s existing fleet of 149 vehicles and workforce of 1,723 personnel are being used to respond to emergencies and provide assistance to citizens.
Rescue 1122 has continued to expand its emergency response infrastructure in Sindh. The province has also been working on modernising its emergency services and improving coordination among rescue agencies.
Fire safety and anti-rabies campaign discussed
The council also reviewed fire safety audits during the meeting. Fire safety has remained an important issue for emergency authorities, particularly after several major incidents in Sindh.
The anti-rabies campaign was also discussed as part of the council’s review of public safety and emergency-related matters. Officials examined progress and issues linked to these areas during the meeting.
Warning issued to poor performers
The meeting also addressed the performance of Rescue 1122 employees. A warning was issued to employees whose performance was found to be below the required standards.
The move indicates that the department intends to combine improved staff welfare with greater accountability. Officials are expected to continue monitoring the performance of Rescue 1122 personnel as the service expands its operations.
Rescue 1122 continues to expand
Sindh has been working to strengthen Rescue 1122 and expand emergency response services across the province. The service assists in medical emergencies, fires, accidents, and other incidents through the emergency helpline 1122.
The provincial government has previously announced measures to expand Rescue 1122 operations and improve its emergency response infrastructure. The department has also been given a wider role in emergency response under Sindh’s rescue service framework.
