Punjab University Teachers Protest for Pay, Pension, and Service Benefit Reforms
Teachers from Punjab Agricultural University and various state universities held a protest at PAU's Thapar Hall demanding resolution of long-pending pay and pension issues. Key demands included release of 7th Pay Commission arrears from 2016, grant of 60% dearness allowance, fixation of basic pay at ₹57,700 during probation, restoration of full pay benefits, reinstatement of the Old Pension Scheme, increased employer contribution under the National Pension System, and implementation of leave travel concession. Representatives urged the Punjab government to address these concerns promptly.