The government has initiated plans to create a new salary structure for public employees. In a recent meeting with the newly formed pay commission, the Bangladesh Government Employees Welfare Federation proposed setting the minimum salary at 35,000 taka and reducing the current 20 pay grades to 12. Federation spokesperson Abdul Malek stated that no new pay scale has been implemented since 2015, leaving employees financially disadvantaged. He added that because the pay scale was not updated in 2020 or 2025, salary increases have stalled, while rising inflation has made everyday living increasingly difficult for ordinary workers. According to the federation’s calculations, a six-member family now needs at least 50,000 taka per month to cover basic expenses, including food, rent, healthcare, and education. Meanwhile, education advisor Professor C. R. Abrar indicated that the pay commission’s proposal could be submitted in January or February, with potential salary increases ranging from 50% to 100%. The new pay structure may become a critical test for maintaining financial balance between the government and its employees.