Apart from salary, they also get many types of allowances. Let's explore the salary of MPs in India.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was sworn in as a Member of Parliament for the third time as the inaugural session of the 18th Lok Sabha kicked off on Monday, June 24. Newly elected MPs who are part of the Council of Ministers also took oath during the first sitting of Parliament since the Lok Sabha elections.
As the new Members of Parliament (MP) take their seats, the salaries and perks are worth looking at:
MPs receive a monthly salary of Rs 1 lakh. The salary increases every five years with daily allowances.
The salary includes a basic pay of Rs 50,000 per month, as per the Salary, Allowances and Pension of Members of Parliament (Amendment) Act, 2010.
Office expenses
A Member of Parliament receives office expenses of Rs 60,000 per month, which includes costs for stationary, telecommunications staff salaries etc.
Daily allowance
MPs are entitled to a daily allowance of Rs 2,000 to cover lodging, food and any other expenses while they are in the capital for parliamentary sessions and committee meetings.
Travel allowance
MPs get 34 free domestic air journeys per year for themselves and their immediate families. They are also entitled for free first-class train travel for official and personal purposes. MPs can also claim mileage allowances when travelling by road within their constituencies.
Accommodation
During their 5-year term, MPs are also given rent-free accommodations in prime areas. Depending on seniority, they may receive bungalows, flats or hostel rooms. Those who choose not to use the official accommodation can claim a housing allowance of Rs 2,00,000 per month.
Medical facilities
MPs and their immediate families are entitled to free medical care under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS). This includes treatment at government hospitals and select private hospitals which come under the scheme.
Pension
Former MPs receive a pension of Rs 25,000 per month after serving one term in Parliament. For every extra year of service, they get an increment of Rs 2,000 per month.
Phone and internet
MPs are allotted up to 1,50,000 free telephone calls annually. They also receive free high-speed internet connections at their residences and offices.
Water and electricity
MPs are provided with free electricity up to 50,000 units and free water up to 4,000 kilolitres annually.
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