Hang your heads in shame!

The woes of pensioners are far too many
But for the Director there aren’t any
The poor souls are pushed to the wall
Co’s there is none to answer their call

The living allowance is reduced to a pittance
Is it vengeance or lack of vision
The pension revision made last year
Not paid to many for reasons not clear

The pension voucher they received every month
Has been withdrawn and that is a heavy punch
In the Bank and office they are ignored
Even though they are fighting their cause

Now a living certificate, Oh! what’s this rubbish
Hang your heads in shame and be perished
These senior citizens should not be harassed
For their loyal service without a blemish

Ministers and Parliamentarians, angels of grace
Lend us your ears and be praised
The pensioners are denied their legitimate rights
For their loyal service, their sweat and tears.

By K.J. Silva, Matale