Budget deficit goes up
Most dailies on June 4 highlighted the climbing trend of budget deficit and it was stated that it was the effect of the handsome pay rise for government officers. This pay rise should have been done by a body formed with senior and respected persons who are or were not government service officials. This is identified as one of the main causes behind the current budget deficit.
Interestingly, since government officials do not pay income taxes on their pay and allowances, in effect their tax burden is also financed by the government. Over and above this, many government officials who are enjoying government accommodation are owners of houses and flats. Over and above, many higher ranking officials in the government are entitled to free transport with driver.
This state of affairs cannot be allowed to continue further; private citizens in effect are to pay taxes to enable the government officials to enjoy tax free benefits on their salaries and allowances as well as transport expenses. The government officials should be taxed based on their overall taxable income.
Frustrated Taxpayer
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