ISLAMABAD: The Senate of Pakistan has approved a bill to increase salaries and perks for parliamentarians by a majority vote, despite objections from some members. The Parliamentarians’ Salaries and Allowances (Amendment) Bill 2025 was presented by Senator Danesh Kumar during a session chaired by Deputy Chairman Syedal Khan.
Initially, the bill was passed unanimously, but after certain members voiced their concerns, a formal vote was conducted, resulting in its approval. During the session, Deputy Chairman Khan ordered that the names of those who opposed the bill be recorded for official purposes.
Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar defended the salary hike, urging lawmakers who opposed the increase to submit a written declaration. He emphasized that similar measures had been taken at the provincial level and called for the matter to not be politicized. However, his comments sparked loud protests from opposition members, forcing Deputy Chairman Khan to intervene and restore order in the chamber.
In other legislative developments, the Income Tax Ordinance (Amendment) Bill 2025, presented by Senator Zeeshan Khanzada, was met with opposition from Minister of State for Finance Ali Pervaiz Malik. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Pakistan (Amendment) Bill 2023, introduced by Senator Mohsin Aziz, led to heated debate. Aziz stood firm, refusing to withdraw or refer the bill to any committee, insisting it be discussed in the Senate immediately.
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The Legal Practitioners & Bar Councils (Amendment) Bill 2025 was postponed due to the absence of Senator Farooq H. Naek, who is currently abroad. Additionally, the University of Business Sciences & Technology Bill 2025, presented by Senator Abdul Shakoor, was referred to the relevant standing committee for further review.
The session concluded with prayers led by Senator Shahadat Awan for the victims of terrorism and accidents, including workers who tragically lost their lives in Swat.
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