Union Ministers Defend Viksit Bharat GRAMG Bill Amid Congress Nationwide Protest

The Congress party’s announcement of a nationwide protest has sparked a debate, with Union Minister Giriraj Singh emphasizing that the Viksit Bharat GRAMG Bill is based on Gandhian principles and aims to benefit the underprivileged. Singh highlighted the government’s commitment to Gandhi’s ideals, countering opposition claims that the bill undermines rural employment guarantees.
In response to Congress’s allegations that the new law weakens the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA), Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated that the government would launch an extensive outreach campaign to clarify the legislation’s objectives to the public. Chouhan emphasized the importance of providing accurate information to dispel misinformation surrounding the bill.
The political landscape has intensified as the Congress plans a 45-day nationwide agitation against the GRAMG Act, starting January 10. Party leaders have outlined a detailed strategy, titled ‘MNREGA Bachao Abhiyan,’ to safeguard the rights guaranteed by MGNREGA. The Congress has expressed concerns that the new law could undermine the progress made in reducing hunger, migration, and infrastructure development during challenging times like the Covid pandemic.
Amidst the escalating tensions between the government and the Congress, the Viksit Bharat GRAMG Bill has become a focal point in the ongoing discourse on rural employment and welfare policies.