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The Hindu
The Hindu
National
Abhinay Deshpande

Disparities in MLA payouts during Assembly session raise concerns

Highlighting a glaring difference in payouts to the Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) for their constituencies during the ongoing Maharashtra Assembly session, Leader of the Opposition and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve expressed concerns about the unequal fund allocations by Finance Minister Ajit Pawar.

He stated that some legislators (of ruling dispensation) are receiving ₹20 crore, while certain MLAs from the Shinde Sena have been allotted ₹40 crore. Further, Mr. Danve alleged that NCP MLAs of Ajit Pawar faction reportedly received ₹50 crore for the development of their constituencies. 

Opposition leaders alleged that the State Finance Minister deliberately did not allot funds to them. “For instance, the NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) State president did not receive any funds…” they alleged.

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