Amid Fiscal Crisis, Keralam Govt Weighs Salary Hike, iPads for Ministers, MLAs
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In this state, it has been proposed to increase the current salary and allowances of MLAs from Rs 70,000 to Rs 1 lakh. This increase would represent approximately 43 percent. Ministers' salaries and allowances are also being considered for an increase from Rs 1 lakh to approximately Rs 1.25 lakh. Meanwhile, a tender has been issued to purchase 480 iPads for MLAs, ministers, and their personal staff.
MLA Salary In Kerala | Criticism is being raised against the government regarding the increase in salaries and benefits for MLAs, as well as the distribution of iPads, It is recommended that benefits including travel allowance should be increased.
Keralam Government Considers MLA Salary Increase
The Keralam government is contemplating an increase in the salaries and allowances for Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and ministers amid ongoing fiscal challenges. This consideration comes as the state faces rising costs associated with fuel and daily expenses, which have reportedly placed additional financial strain on legislators. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Sunny Joseph indicated […]
The Kerala government is set to pass a bill to increase the monthly allowances and salaries of MLAs and ministers by over Rs 1 lakh.
Thiruvananthapuram: Minister Sunny Joseph said that the decision to increase the salaries of MLAs was taken after taking into account the expenses. The demand to increase the salaries and benefits of MLAs is being repeated...
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