VB-G RAM G is snatching away rural job rights: CM

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has called upon citizens to support the Congress party's protest aimed at restoring the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). He argues that the introduction of the VB-G RAM G scheme is undermining rural employment opportunities and eroding local governance structures. The Chief Minister highlighted concerns over job losses in rural areas, stressing that the new policy is detrimental to the livelihoods of the marginalized. With MGNREGA historically providing a safety net for rural workers by ensuring a minimum of 100 days of wage employment, its weakening could exacerbate economic challenges faced by communities already struggling with unemployment. Siddaramaiah’s remarks reflect a broader apprehension among opposition parties regarding the impact of the VB-G RAM G scheme on rural development and employment rights. He urged citizens to join the Congress's efforts to advocate for the restoration of MGNREGA, emphasizing its vital role in sustaining rural economies and supporting local governance.