In a significant policy shift, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav of Madhya Pradesh announced that cabinet ministers in the state will now be responsible for paying their own Income Tax. Previously, since 1972, the state government covered these expenses for ministers. This decision was unanimously supported by all ministers during a recent Cabinet meeting chaired by CM Yadav. The move aligns Madhya Pradesh with other states like Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Rajasthan, where similar changes have already been implemented. Last fiscal year alone, the Madhya Pradesh government spent over Rs 3 crore on Income Tax payments for cabinet ministers. This decision marks a notable shift in fiscal responsibility within the state administration.
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- The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet, led by CM Mohan Yadav, decided ministers will pay their own Income Tax expenses.
- Previously, since 1972, the state government covered Income Tax costs for cabinet ministers.
- CM Yadav proposed the change, which received unanimous support during a Cabinet meeting.
- The decision brings Madhya Pradesh in line with states like Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Rajasthan.
- Last year, the state government paid over Rs 3 crore as Income Tax for cabinet ministers.
- Similar changes have been enacted in other states to shift financial responsibility to ministers.
- This move aims to streamline fiscal policies and reduce government expenditure.
- It reflects a broader trend towards greater financial accountability among public officials.
- The decision underscores CM Yadav’s commitment to transparency and efficiency in governance.
- Implementation details and timelines for this policy change are expected to follow soon.
