Debate Continues Over ID Cards for MPs' Aides

The Lok Sabha clarified that there are no plans to issue special ID cards or accept existing passes for personal assistants of MPs to enter government buildings unrestricted. MPs can enter with Secretariat Security Organisation cover, while PAs receive visitors' passes. Concerns rise over MPs' staff access affecting parliamentary duties.

Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 29-07-2025 17:40 IST | Created: 29-07-2025 17:40 IST

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The Lok Sabha addressed concerns on Tuesday regarding the entry privileges of personal assistants to Members of Parliament, clarifying that there is no current proposal to issue special ID cards for these aides.

Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar responded to a question stating MPs can access government buildings with the Secretariat Security Organisation's security cover using their identity cards.

Concerns have been raised about the accessibility of government buildings to MPs' personal assistants, as their limited entry hampers legislative duties. However, no immediate steps to streamline this access through special passes are planned according to the Ministry.

(With inputs from agencies.)