Pakistan Ministry of Information and Broadcasting calls viral four-day work week notice fake
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in Islamabad declared a social media post about a new government work schedule as false on Thursday.
Official denial of the claim
The ministry's fact check account stated that the circulating notification was misleading content. Officials advised the public to rely only on official government channels for authentic announcements instead of sharing unverified posts.
Details of the false notice
The fake document dated September 16 claimed Friday, Saturday and Sunday would be weekly off days. It falsely attributed the change to the Cabinet Division and referenced an earlier notification purportedly issued on September 15.
Context of austerity measures
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar noted the government is considering reviving austerity measures due to renewed hostilities in the Middle East. These potential measures include a cut in fuel allowances for official vehicles and salary reductions for lawmakers.
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- Dawn
- Associated Press of Pakistan
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