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Keralam Government Considers Salary Hike and iPads for Ministers, MLAs
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What Happened?
The Keralam government is contemplating a salary increase for MLAs and ministers amid a fiscal crisis. Additionally, a tender for 480 iPads has been issued for legislators and their staff.
Key points
- The current salary for MLAs is approximately Rs 70,000 per month, proposed to increase to Rs 1 lakh.
- Ministers currently earn around Rs 1 lakh, with a proposed increase to Rs 1.25 lakh.
- A report recommending salary revisions has been pending for 3-4 years.
- The Cabinet needs to approve the proposal in its Wednesday meeting for it to be introduced in the Assembly.
- Keralam's outstanding liabilities exceed Rs 5.07 lakh crore, with unpaid dues nearing Rs 49,000 crore.
Key insights
- The salary increase proposal reflects the government's response to rising living costs for legislators.
- If approved, the salary hike may set a precedent for future adjustments in public sector salaries.
- The ongoing fiscal crisis highlights the challenges faced by the Keralam government in managing its budget.
Why it matters
The proposed salary hike could impact the financial stability of Keralam amid rising fiscal pressures.
Source
India Today
