KP Cabinet Sanctions Perks And Salary Hikes For Ministers

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Cabinet endorsed the Ministerial Perks and Salary Amendment Bill on Monday, paving the way for notable increments in various allowances.

One significant change involves a substantial hike in the monthly house rent allowance for cabinet members, soaring from Rs. 70,000 to Rs. 200,000.

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This significant increase in the monthly house rent allowance underscores the provincial government’s dedication to ensuring the well-being and comfort of its cabinet members.

Under the revised policy, cabinet members without government housing can now lease a property worth up to Rs. 2 lac per month, which also covers utility expenses.

Additionally, the bill includes a substantial rise in the funds designated for renovating cabinet members’ residences, increasing from Rs. 0.5 million to an impressive Rs. 1 million.