MP Salary Hike: Balancing Inflation and Public Opinion

The article discusses the recent 24 percent salary increase for Members of Parliament in India, calculated to be an average of 3.1 percent per year, compared to arbitrary past hikes. In 2018, the Modi government linked MP salaries to the Cost Inflation Index, promoting transparency and financial prudence.

The 24 percent salary increase for Members of Parliament (MPs) marks a significant policy shift towards a transparent, systematic approach, deviating from the arbitrary hikes seen previously.

In 2018, the Modi government linked MP remuneration to the Cost Inflation Index. This amendment ensures revisions align with inflation, a far cry from the past ad hoc hikes.

State governments persist with arbitrary increases, as seen in Karnataka's 100 percent salary hike for MLAs in 2025, reflecting contrasting approaches to salary governance across India.

(With inputs from agencies.)