Controversy Erupts as MGNREGA Renamed: A Cosmetic Makeover or Strategic Erasure?

The Indian government has approved renaming the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) to 'Poojya Bapu Grameen Rozgar Yojna' and extending workdays from 100 to 125. The Congress accuses Prime Minister Modi of trying to erase Gandhi’s legacy and neglecting the scheme, despite its importance in rural employment.

The Cabinet has sanctioned a contentious Bill to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), sparking criticism from Congress officials.

The revised scheme, now termed 'Poojya Bapu Grameen Rozgar Yojna,' will offer 125 workdays, up from the current 100, according to reliable sources.

Congress leader K C Venugopal criticized Prime Minister Modi for erasing Gandhi's legacy while neglecting the scheme's foundational objectives.

(With inputs from agencies.)