The Congress organized a ‘Jan Akrosh Sabha’ in Gandhinagar to protest the Centre’s plan to replace MGNREGA with the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill. The event coincided with the commencement of the Gujarat Assembly’s budget session. Senior leaders, MLAs, MPs, and various stakeholders, including farmers and health workers, participated in the rally. AICC general secretary Mukul Wasnik highlighted distress among farmers, unemployment issues, and alleged corruption in his address.
Gujarat Pradesh Congress Committee’s rally also saw criticism of the government’s economic policies. Wasnik accused the government of failing to address the challenges faced by farmers, women, and youth. He emphasized the need for a change in governance to tackle the prevalent issues effectively. The Congress leaders expressed concerns over the alleged harassment of youth and corruption in MGNREGA, vowing to continue their agitation until there is a change in the state government.
The Congress party in Gujarat, led by Amit Chavda, outlined its extensive outreach programs, including yatras covering significant distances across the state. Chavda raised issues related to youth harassment and corruption in various sectors. CLP leader Tushar Chaudhary highlighted the pervasive corruption in different levels of governance, pointing out challenges faced by tribal laborers. Former MLA Mahesh Vasava and other leaders spoke about the longstanding struggles concerning natural resources and governance issues in tribal areas.
The Congress party indicated its intention to sustain protests on public concerns during the budget session. Plans for the 2027 Assembly elections were also discussed, with preparations set to begin early. Rahul Gandhi is expected to lead the campaign in the state, as the party gears up for future political engagements.
