Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government on Thursday moved to withdraw four amendment bills related to salaries and allowances of MLAs and ministers following widespread criticism.
According to an official notice issued by the Odisha Legislative Assembly Secretariat, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling has sought permission to withdraw the bills. The minister will move the proposal in the House, and the withdrawal will take effect after approval.
The bills proposed for withdrawal include the Odisha Legislative Assembly Members’ Salary, Allowances and Pension (Amendment) Bill, 2025, the Odisha Legislative Assembly Speaker’s Salary and Allowances (Amendment) Bill, 2025, the Odisha Legislative Assembly Deputy Speaker’s Salary and Allowances (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and the Odisha Ministers’ Salaries and Allowances (Amendment) Bill, 2025.
The move comes amid strong public and political reactions to the proposed revisions, which had drawn attention over a significant increase in salaries and allowances of elected representatives.
Assembly Secretary Satyabrata Rout informed all members through a formal communication issued on March 26. Copies of the notice have been circulated to key authorities, including the Governor’s office, Advocate General, and concerned departments.
The development signals a likely rollback of the proposed changes, pending approval of the House.
