Lok Sabha 2024: How Rich Are Our MPs?
The 18th Lok Sabha, elected in 2024, continues the trend of increasingly wealthy representatives. Our analysis of all 543 elected MPs reveals striking patterns in declared assets.
93%
Crorepati MPs
504 out of 543 elected MPs declared assets over ₹1 crore
₹70.9 Cr
Average Assets
Per elected MP, up from ₹38 Cr in 2019
The wealth distribution varies significantly across parties. BJP leads with the highest number of crorepati candidates, while regional parties show diverse patterns.
| Party | MPs | Avg Assets (Cr) |
|---|---|---|
| BJP | 240 | 95.2 |
| INC | 99 | 52.1 |
| SP | 37 | 43.8 |
| TMC | 29 | 31.5 |
| DMK | 22 | 68.7 |
Beyond wealth, criminal records remain a significant concern. Nearly 46% of elected MPs face criminal charges, with 29% facing serious charges including attempted murder and corruption.
Democracy demands transparency. When voters can see the full picture of their representatives — wealth, criminal records, educational background — they make more informed choices.