Karnataka Special Session on MGNREGA Name Change
Karnataka legislative council chief whip Saleem Ahmad announces a week-long special session starting Jan 22 to discuss MGNREGA scheme changes, urging opposition cooperation.
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Kishan Reddy Hits Congress on Rural Scheme, Announces ₹17,000 Crore Hike
Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy accused Congress of spreading falsehoods about Viksit Bharat Act. He announced a ₹17,000 crore increase in rural employment funding, with Telangana getting ₹340 crore extra.
2,100 MGNREGS Staff in Punjab Await Salaries for Months
Nearly 2,100 MGNREGS staff in Punjab haven't received salaries for 3-6 months, with Rs 174 crore in worker wages also pending. Read about the crisis and political implications.
MGNREGA Restructured into VB-G Ram G to Stop Fund Misuse
Mysore MP Yaduveer Wadiyar announces VB-G Ram G project, replacing MGNREGA to eliminate fake job cards, ghost beneficiaries, and ensure transparency. Employment days increased to 125. Read the full story.
Congress, MGNREGA Workers Begin Postcard Campaign to President
Congress workers and MGNREGA labourers in Bihar to send postcards to President Murmu over 17 days, demanding restoration of the rural jobs scheme. Protests follow Centre's rebranding of the programme.
Congress: MGNREGA Reforms Attack Women's Economic Independence
Meghalaya Congress criticizes the NDA's Viksit Bharat Guarantee Act, calling it an assault on women's economic dignity. State BJP defends the rural employment reforms. Read the full analysis.
Congress: MGNREGA Reforms Attack Women's Economic Independence
Meghalaya Congress criticises the new Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission, calling it an assault on women's dignity. They cite funding shortfalls and structural changes as key threats. Read more.
Congress starts 'MNREGA Bachao Sangram' campaign in Uttar Pradesh
Congress launches statewide 'MNREGA Bachao Sangram' campaign in UP, alleging BJP is weakening the rural job guarantee scheme. Read about the political battle over this lifeline for millions.
Himachal MLA Negi Criticizes Centre for Repealing MGNREGA
Himachal Pradesh MLA Rakesh Singha condemns the central government's move to repeal MGNREGA, warning of severe consequences for rural employment and state finances. Read the full story.
Karnataka's Jan 26 March to Save MGNREGA After Central Cuts
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announces state-wide campaign from Jan 26 to restore MGNREGA funds, alleging Centre suppressed Rs 6,000 crore annually. Join the fight for rural jobs.
Congress Protests MNREGA Renaming, Announces Chaupals
Congress announces statewide protests in Uttarakhand against MNREGA changes, including renaming. Chaupals, fasts, and demonstrations planned from Jan 10 to Feb 15. Read more.
MGNREGA Reforms: 125-Day Job Guarantee, Funding Shift
India's revamped MGNREGA scheme now guarantees 125 days of rural employment per household. We analyze the new funding model, wage trends, and focus on asset creation under VB-G RAM G.
Akhilesh: MGNREGA Renaming is BJP's Ploy to End Scheme
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP of using MGNREGA's name change to VB-G RAM G to dismantle the rural jobs scheme. He cites budget cuts and GST pressures. Read his full critique.
Congress to Push for MGNREGA Revival with Gram Sabha Resolutions
The Indian National Congress plans a major push to restore the MGNREGA scheme, launching 'Kaam Maango Abhiyan' and passing resolutions in village councils between Jan 12-29. Read the full strategy.
Rajasthan CM defends new rural job act, attacks Congress
Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma counters Congress criticism of Viksit Bharat Guarantee Act 2025, highlighting reforms like weekly wages & 9% admin cap. Read the full details.
Himachal Jobs Doubled Under Modi Govt: BJP Chief
BJP's Dr Rajeev Bindal claims employment in Himachal Pradesh surged under PM Modi. Details on the new Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Employment Act, a tech-driven rural jobs scheme with 125-day guarantee.
BJP defends scrapping MNREGA, touts new VB-GRAM-G scheme
BJP spokesperson Guru Prakash Paswan defended replacing MNREGA with VB-GRAM-G, citing corruption and inefficiency. He detailed the new scheme's benefits in Gaya. Read the full analysis.
NDA Defends New Rural Job Scheme, Hits Out at Congress
NDA leaders in Patna defended the new Viksit Bharat Guarantee Act, replacing MGNREGA, citing more days of work and less corruption. They accused the Congress of opposing the scheme due to the name 'Ram'. Read more.
VB-G-Ram-G Act: 125-Day Work Guarantee Announced
Minister Sanjay Seth hails VB-G-Ram-G as historic, guaranteeing 125 days of work. The new Act promises local scheme formulation & faster wage payments. Read the full story.
Congress MGNREGA Bachao Rally in Tanda on Jan 8
The Congress party will stage a major protest rally in Tanda on January 8 to demand the release of MGNREGA funds and highlight rural distress. Join the movement.
Anganwadi Workers Oppose Centre's New Rural Job Scheme
Anganwadi workers in Chandigarh protest the new 'Agniveer'-style rural job scheme, demanding guaranteed wages and permanent status. Read about their demands.
NREGA Workers Fear Exclusion as Gram Panchayats Lose Power
MGNREGA workers in Karnataka fear mass exclusion and poor wages as central allocations override gram panchayat decisions. Learn about the scheme's critical changes.
Yogi Adityanath Unveils VB-G-RAM-G, Targets MNREGA Corruption
UP CM Yogi Adityanath hails VB-G-RAM-G as a visionary rural employment scheme, promising 125 days of work, weekly wages, and transparency. He accuses opposition of corruption.
Odisha CM Majhi Defends New Rural Job Scheme, Targets MGNREGA
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi defends the Viksit Bharat Rozgar Ajeevika Mission Gramin Act, promising 125 days of work and an end to MGNREGA-era corruption. Read the full details.
Uttarakhand CM Launches VB-G RAM G with 125-Day Job Guarantee
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami announces VB-G RAM G scheme, boosting rural employment to 125 days with tech for transparency. Key for water conservation & disaster management.
Arunachal CM: VB-G RAM G Scheme to Empower Rural India
Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu details how the VB-G RAM G scheme will create sustainable livelihoods, skill development, and curb migration, surpassing MGNREGA's scope. Read more.
Mizoram's New 125-Day Rural Job Scheme Draft Finalized
Mizoram finalizes draft for Viksit Bharat Rozgar scheme, boosting guaranteed work days to 125. Key changes in funding & planning outlined. Details inside.
MGNREGA's Successes & Failures: A Critical Look
As India transitions to VB-G RAM G, an honest audit of MGNREGA's achievements and flaws is vital. Learn why universal access worked but funding and state inequality plagued the scheme.
Congress Marches in Ranchi Against VB-G-Ram, Defends MNREGA
Jharkhand Congress leaders and workers staged a protest march in Ranchi against the Centre's VB-G-Ram scheme, calling it a dilution of MNREGA's rights-based framework. They demand its rollback.
KVKs in Kanpur Drive Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Awareness
ICAR's KVKs in Kanpur successfully organised large-scale awareness programmes for the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G scheme, directly reaching over 14,300 participants and informing 76,000 people about rural employment guarantees.
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