LAHORE β The Punjab Assembly has passed a bill to raise the monthly salary of its members to Rs500,000, following a majority vote.
The bill, which will take effect on January 1, received strong support in the assembly, with members expressing their satisfaction and congratulating each other after its approval.
However, Opposition Leader Ahmed Khan Bhachar raised concerns, questioning whether the bill complies with the Parliamentary Rules Act of 1972.
In response, Speaker Malik Ahmed Khan assured that the bill is in full accordance with the law and praised the government for implementing the increase.
