As the 6 February 2025 referendum approaches, CDA workers rally behind the Mazdoor Union, trusting its proven track record of protecting jobs, securing benefits, and championing their rights under the leadership of Ch. Muhammad Yaseen.
Before 6 February 2025 the Workers of the Capital Development Authority -CDA experienced increased political tension ahead of the upcoming referendum. Through the CDA referendum workers show their confidence in the union’s capabilities while showing their dedication to the organization.
Once again the Mazdoor Union’s Chaudhry Yaseen group remains a powerful Union in this democratic process. Workers support the union because it safeguards employment and offers full financial and welfare benefits while serving as the Moon and Star election symbol.
Chaudhry Muhammad Yaseen is a Globally renowned labour leader In Pakistan who is the General Secretary of one of the largest national Trade union centres Pakitan Workers Federation-PWF.His leadership places priority on CDA’s functions to support national development.
Through a peaceful management approach, Yaseen promotes a peaceful environment among union and management to reach solutions that come from mutual understanding. Because of his dedication to both worker’s rights and countries prosperity, he remains highly regarded by workers in Pakistan.
Union’s Role and Achievements:
Under Chaudhry Yaseen’s leadership, the CDA Mazdoor Union represents more than 15,000 workers. Through its ongoing efforts, the union defends worker’s rights while keeping workplaces safer and more pleasant. Throughout its history, it built a strong reputation as a union that helps solve worker problems effectively.
During its previous tenure, the union implemented many initiatives that positively impacted employees’ lives. These include:
- Reversing the Local Government Ordinance that threatened job security.
- Restoring weekly holidays for sanitation and sewerage department employees.
- Approving new buses for CDA employees.
- Reinstating 141 daily wages and 12 terminated workers.
- Increasing the marriage grant from PKR 100,000 to PKR 200,000.
- Raising welfare funds for widows from PKR 30,000 to PKR 100,000.
- Doubling educational scholarships for employees’ children (from PKR 20,000 to PKR 40,000).
- Adding 10 employees to the Hajj quota.
- Increasing disability allowance from PKR 4,000 to PKR 7,000.Allocating 1% housing quota for disabled employees.
- Improving promotion quotas for stenographers and approving 200 residential flats in Alipur Farash.
The upcoming referendum is more than a vote—it represents the trust and hopes of CDA employees. Under Chaudhry Yaseen’s leadership, the union has tirelessly worked to solve workers’ problems. It is crucial for employees to remember how their chosen leadership has consistently protected their rights. As the referendum approaches, employees are encouraged to support the union and ensure its victory. Together, a brighter and fair future can be secured for all CDA workers.
