Pakistan, June 19 -- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa presented its new fiscal year budget amid strong opposition protests and noisy disruptions in the assembly. The session saw lawmakers raising slogans during Chief Minister Sohail Afridi's speech, while the government proceeded with key financial announcements. The budget includes salary increases, development allocations and sector-wise spending plans.

The provincial government has proposed a 7% increase in salaries and pensions for government employees. It has also recommended raising the minimum wage to Rs45,000, aiming to provide relief amid rising inflation. The chief minister outlined these measures as part of broader social welfare and economic support policies.

Major allocations include Rs3...