Sindh Government Amends Local Government Act to Boost Salaries of Representatives

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The Sindh government, led by the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), has decided to revise the Local Government Act, 2013, aiming to increase the salaries and privileges of local government representatives. This move encompasses Mayors and Deputy Mayors and Union Council (UC) Chairmen and Vice Chairmen. According to sources, a proposed amendment aims to elevate the salaries of Mayors and Deputy Mayors by a significant 100 percent. This decision is expected to be formalized through a cabinet meeting, with Sindh LG Secretary Najam Shah presenting the amendment bill for approval.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Sindh government plans to amend the Local Government Act, 2013, to boost salaries of local government representatives by up to 100 percent.
  • Mayors and Deputy Mayors are set to benefit from the salary increase, which will be formalized through the Sindh Cabinet's approval of the amendment bill.
  • The Hyderabad mayor will be appointed as the chairman of the Hyderabad Development Authority (HDA), solidifying their position in local governance.
  • Karachi Mayor will be ex officio of Karachi Development Authority (KDA), Lyari Development Authority (LDA), and Malir Development Authority (MDA), expanding their authority over local development projects.
  • Union Council Chairmen and Vice Chairmen will also see an increase in their salaries as part of the amendment, contributing to enhanced local representation.
  • Nominations for the chief executive of regional solid waste management will be selected through consultation with the concerned mayor.
  • The Karachi mayor will also receive authority over the Karachi Water and Sewerage Board (KW and SB), alongside appointment of a chief executive through mayoral consultation.

Statistics:

  • 100 percent increase proposed for the salaries of Mayors and Deputy Mayors.
  • Mayor of Hyderabad will be ex officio of Hyderabad Development Authority (HDA).
  • Karachi mayor will have ex officio positions in Karachi Development Authority (KDA), Lyari Development Authority (LDA), and Malir Development Authority (MDA).
  • Nominations for regional solid waste management chief executive will involve consultation with the mayor.

Sources:

  • [Source 1:] Sources said that it has been proposed to increase the salaries of Mayors and Deputy Mayors by 100 percent.
  • [Source 2:] Following the LG Act amendments, the Karachi mayor will be ex officio of the Karachi Development Authority (KDA), Lyari Development Authority (LDA) and Malir Development Authority (MDA).
  • [Source 3:] The Sindh cabinet approved key amendments to the Local Government Act for empowering the LG institutions, mayors and UC chairmen.
  • [Source 4:] The Hyderabad mayor will be the chairman of the Hyderabad Development Authority (HDA).