The House Committee overseeing MPs’ residences remains unfilled a month after its term ended, with the Speaker having delegated all administrative powers to the Secretary General.

Key Takeaways

  • The House Committee's term ended on July 3, 2026.
  • No new members have been appointed yet.
  • The Speaker authorized the Secretary General to make all administrative decisions.

Role of the House Committee

The House Committee advises on the allocation, maintenance, and quality of official residences for Lok Sabha members, ensuring adequate water, electricity, sanitation, security, and housekeeping services.

The previous panel was chaired by BJP MP Mahesh Sharma and included senior members such as Congress Chief Whip Kodikunnil Suresh and Trinamool Congress’ Kalyan Banerjee.

Since the committee’s term lapsed, the Lok Sabha Secretariat has been handling its functions after the Speaker’s 14 July 2025 directive granting the Secretary General full administrative authority.

Historical Background

Established in 1952, the House Committee has long served as the watchdog for parliamentary housing, playing a crucial role in safeguarding MPs’ living standards.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that delays in reconstituting the committee can lead to inefficiencies in managing parliamentary residences, potentially affecting MPs' ability to focus on legislative duties.

"Without a functional House Committee, the quality of parliamentary housing risks deterioration, impacting governance transparency," says Dr. Ananya Rao, parliamentary affairs expert.
Did You Know?: The first House Committee meeting was convened in the historic New Delhi Parliament building in 1952.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who manages the residential amenities until a new committee is formed? The Lok Sabha Secretariat and the Secretary General currently oversee all administrative tasks.
  • Are MPs expressing concern over this delay? Some members have raised the issue, but no formal motion has been introduced yet.