Ministers' sumptuary allowance cut 30% for one year
This Bill amends the Salaries and Allowances of Ministers Act, 1952, to reduce the sumptuary allowance payable to Ministers by 30% for one year starting April 1, 2020. The reduction is intended to raise resources to manage the economic and health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ministers of the Government of India, including the Prime Minister, Cabinet Ministers, Ministers of State, and Deputy Ministers.
- Reduces the sumptuary allowance for each Minister by 30%.
- The reduction applies for a period of one year commencing from April 1, 2020.
- Repeals the Salaries and Allowances of Ministers (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020.
- Deems actions taken under the repealed Ordinance to have been taken under this Act.
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Document details
| Official title | The Salaries and Allowances of Ministers (Amendment) Bill, 2020 |
| Source body | Parliament of India — Bills (Lok Sabha & Rajya Sabha) |
| Reference number | XXVIII |
| Status | closed (bill) |
| Year | 2020 |
| Closing date | — |
| Documents | 2 |