Punjab Government Assures School Teacher Interns of Timely Salary Payments

The Punjab government has shared encouraging news for School Teacher Interns working in government schools across the province. Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat has confirmed that all pending salaries of School Teacher Interns will be released within the next two weeks, bringing relief to thousands of young educators who have been waiting for their payments.

Long-Standing Salary Delays Addressed

For the past few months, many School Teacher Interns had been facing delays in receiving their stipends. These delays caused financial stress, especially for interns who rely on this income to manage daily expenses such as transportation, rent, and household responsibilities. 

The issue had also sparked concern among interns and their families, who repeatedly called for clarity from the authorities.

Role of School Teacher Interns in Public Schools

School Teacher Interns are hired on a temporary basis to support government schools dealing with teacher shortages. Most interns are recent graduates or postgraduates who view the program as an important entry point into the teaching profession.

They assist regular teachers in classrooms, help manage students, and contribute to maintaining learning continuity in schools.

Government Acknowledges Interns’ Concerns

Addressing the matter, the education minister acknowledged that the delays had created genuine difficulties for interns. He explained that administrative and procedural issues were responsible for the backlog in payments. 

According to him, these issues have now been resolved, and the department has made arrangements to ensure that all outstanding salaries are cleared within 14 days.

Efforts to Strengthen the Education Sector

Officials say this step reflects the Punjab government’s broader efforts to support the education sector and improve working conditions for teachers. 

By ensuring timely payments, the government hopes to restore confidence in the School Teacher Internship program and encourage young graduates to continue serving in public schools.

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Relief and Hope Among Interns

For School Teacher Interns across Punjab, the announcement has brought much-needed reassurance. Many interns say that timely salary payments are essential not only for financial stability but also for maintaining motivation and trust in government initiatives.

They are hopeful that improved systems will be introduced to prevent similar delays in the future and make the program more effective.