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Govt Increases Salaries and House Rent for High Court Judges
The federal government has raised the salaries and house rent allowances for high court judges. House rent jumps to Rs350,000, and judicial allowances exceed Rs1 million, bringing the total salary to over Rs2 million.
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by News Desk
2024-11-06
Govt Increases Salaries and House Rent for High Court Judges

The federal government has approved an increase in the salaries and house rent allowances for high court judges. The Ministry of Law and Justice issued a notification on the matter, signed by acting President Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani.

 

According to the new guidelines, the house rent allowance for high court judges has been increased from Rs65,000 to Rs350,000. This increase follows requests from the Islamabad High Court, which pointed out the rapid rise in housing rents in the capital city over recent years.

 

Additionally, the superior judicial allowance for judges has been raised from Rs342,431 to Rs1,090,000, a significant boost that will directly impact the overall salary of the judges. With the addition of the increased house rent and judicial allowance, the total salary of a high court judge is expected to surpass Rs2 million per month.

 

The notification also included instructions for the high courts to establish clear policies regarding official vehicles. These policies will cover the provision and maintenance of vehicles, including fuel, drivers, and travel between benches.

 

This salary hike comes at a time when the cost of living, especially in Islamabad, has escalated sharply. With inflation and the rising costs of housing and transportation, the increase in judicial allowances is seen as a necessary step to ensure that judges can perform their duties effectively without financial stress.

 

While the move is largely seen as a response to the growing challenges faced by the judiciary, it has also sparked discussions about public spending. Critics argue that such significant increases in judicial allowances may strain the national budget at a time of economic challenges. However, supporters highlight the need for a well-compensated judiciary to uphold justice without external pressures.

 

Overall, this decision underscores the government's commitment to supporting the country's judicial system and ensuring that judges are provided with the necessary resources to fulfill their roles with integrity and independence.

 
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