Islamabad, Feb 19: The federal government is now considering raising the salaries of Federal Cabinet members, just days after the National Assembly approved an amendment bill increasing the basic salaries and allowances of MNAs and Senators. Sources indicate that the proposed salary adjustment aims to bring federal ministers’ earnings in line with those of federal secretaries.
Currently, a federal minister’s basic salary stands at Rs. 200,000. The Cabinet Division is finalizing a proposal for the revision, which will soon be presented for approval. Given recent salary hikes for lawmakers, the move is expected to gain cabinet support.
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This follows a trend of salary increases for government officials. In December 2024, the Punjab Assembly passed a bill significantly raising the salaries of its members, ministers, and parliamentary officials. If approved, the new adjustment would further increase government expenditures at a time when economic concerns remain a pressing issue.
