Pakistani official discusses salaries and perks of ministers and MNAs, highlighting economic restraints and luxury vehicle concerns.

Federal Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar discussed the salaries and perks of Pakistani federal ministers and Members of the National Assembly (MNAs) in a Senate session. MNAs receive Rs156,000 monthly with no vehicle allowance and Rs8,000 for utility bills. Federal ministers earn around Rs200,000, with most opting not to take full pay. They are provided a 1500cc car and 400 litres of petrol, but must pay their own electricity and gas bills. Tarar noted that economic constraints often prevent salary increases. Additionally, the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) bought 35 vehicles in 2022 for Rs264.3 million, sparking concerns over luxury vehicle use for staff.

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