Controversy Unfolds as 'Viksit Bharat' Bill Proposes Overhaul of Rural Employment Scheme
The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, proposed to replace MGNREGA, faces opposition due to the removal of Mahatma Gandhi's name. It promises 125 days of employment for rural households and focuses on infrastructure and employment enhancement.
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The introduction of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, has sparked significant debate in the Lok Sabha. The bill aims to replace the existing MGNREGA law, which has been a cornerstone of rural employment policy.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan defended the bill's introduction, claiming the government upholds Gandhian principles and has progressed rural development significantly. Yet, opposition voices, including Priyanka Gandhi, protested the removal of Mahatma Gandhi's name from the new bill.
The proposed legislation guarantees 125 days of wage employment to rural households and focuses on enhancing rural infrastructure. It has been criticized for its perceived detachment from Gandhian legacy despite its promises of modern improvements.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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