House proposes budget rise

House proposes budget rise

From Republika

The House of Representatives plans to propose a budget increase for legislators in July of Rp 1.105 trillion, comprising Rp 760.98 billion for allowances and Rp 389.34 billion for the House Secretariat.

This indicates the government is continuing to ignore the interests of the public. In the case of the fuel subsidy, for instance, the government used the budget deficit as an excuse, resulting in fuel price hikes and higher prices for basic necessities.

However, when it comes to increased allowances for legislators, there always seems to be room in the budget. It is a shame that with various crises plaguing the nation, including malnutrition, fuel shortages and the high cost of education, those in power continue to exploit public funds for their own benefit.

Therefore, Indonesians should wake up and fight to replace selfish officials with those who will respond to public aspirations by applying an Islamic-based system of administration immune to such exploitation.

KANAH Surabaya