{"id":1987,"date":"2026-05-21T07:59:17","date_gmt":"2026-05-21T07:59:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paksouch.com\/?p=1987"},"modified":"2026-05-21T07:59:17","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T07:59:17","slug":"lahore-contract-teachers-at-gc-university-still-await-salaries-after-five-months","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paksouch.com\/?p=1987","title":{"rendered":"Lahore: Contract Teachers at GC University Still Await Salaries After Five Months"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lahore:<\/strong> Contract-based teachers at Government College University (GCU) Lahore are still waiting for their salaries despite the passage of five months, raising concerns among faculty members ahead of Eid holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the affected teachers, they have not received their salaries for the past five months and are facing serious financial difficulties due to the prolonged delay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The teachers expressed disappointment that even before Eid-ul-Adha they remained unpaid, making it difficult for them to manage household expenses and fulfill family responsibilities during the festive season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Faculty members said the situation has caused mental stress and uncertainty, particularly for those who rely solely on their university income to support their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They also pointed out that the university is scheduled to close for Eid holidays starting today, yet no clear timeline has been provided regarding the release of pending salaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some teachers stated that repeated requests and reminders to the university administration have not yet resulted in any practical solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the other hand, the university administration says the issue is linked to audit objections that have temporarily halted salary payments for around 20 contract teachers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A spokesperson for Government College University Lahore explained that the salaries are currently on hold because of objections raised during the audit process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the spokesperson, once the audit-related objections are resolved, the pending salaries will be released immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The university administration maintained that efforts are underway to address the matter as quickly as possible and ensure that all dues are paid without further delay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, teachers argue that administrative or audit procedures should not result in such long delays, especially when faculty members continue to perform their academic duties regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Education experts say delays in salary payments can negatively affect the morale and performance of teachers, particularly those employed on contractual arrangements who already face job insecurity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The issue has once again highlighted broader concerns regarding the working conditions and financial stability of contract employees in public sector educational institutions across Pakistan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Teachers have urged the university administration and relevant authorities to resolve the matter urgently so that affected faculty members can receive their salaries before the extended holiday period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many students and academic circles have also expressed support for the teachers, saying educators should not have to face financial hardship while fulfilling their responsibilities in universities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Government College University Lahore is one of the country\u2019s oldest and most prestigious educational institutions, known for its academic history and contribution to higher education in Pakistan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ongoing salary issue has drawn attention on social media as well, with users calling for a swift resolution and fair treatment of teaching staff.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lahore: Contract-based teachers at Government College University (GCU) Lahore are still waiting for their salaries despite the passage of five months, raising concerns among 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