MP Ramanathan Archchuna has publicly shared his Parliament salary slip for March 2026, stating that the public should be aware of the earnings received by Members of Parliament.
According to the document shared by the MP, the gross monthly salary and allowances amounted to Rs. 415,169.93. After deductions totalling Rs. 19,308.71, the net salary credited to his account was Rs. 395,861.22.
The salary breakdown includes a monthly allowance of Rs. 54,285, telephone allowance of Rs. 50,000, transport allowance of Rs. 15,000, office allowance of Rs. 100,000, fuel allowance of Rs. 179,707.93, and sitting allowance of Rs. 15,000, among other payments.
Deductions listed include income tax, house rent, electricity, water, and other charges.
Sharing the document, MP Archchuna said that all Members of Parliament receive similar salaries, but the public may not be aware of the details.
He also urged the public to think carefully before criticising politicians, noting that transparency regarding earnings is important. (Newswire)