The monthly salary of Members of Parliament (MPs) has been increased from ₹1 lakh to ₹1.24 lakh, as part of a broader revision in their emoluments and allowances. The decision comes following recommendations by a parliamentary committee and aims to account for rising living expenses and inflation. Along with the salary hike, MPs’ daily allowance — meant to cover expenses incurred during Parliament sessions and official duties — has been raised from ₹2,000 to ₹2,500 per day. In addition, the monthly pension for sitting and former MPs has been revised from ₹25,000 to ₹31,000.
The revision was approved by the Lok Sabha Secretariat and will be implemented with immediate effect. Officials said the move was undertaken after a periodic review, considering the last significant revision was made several years ago.
According to the new structure:
- Monthly salary: ₹1.24 lakh (up from ₹1 lakh)
- Daily allowance: ₹2,500 per day (up from ₹2,000)
- Monthly pension: ₹31,000 (up from ₹25,000)
The increase in pension will benefit a large number of former MPs, many of whom had raised concerns about the stagnation in pension amounts despite rising costs of living.
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While some opposition leaders welcomed the revision citing inflation and increased responsibilities, others called for greater transparency and public scrutiny of such decisions. The changes come at a time when the government is also facing public debates over cost-of-living issues, budget allocations, and broader economic concerns.
