US EditionLok Sabha Passes 'G RAM G' Bill Amid Fierce Protests, Opposition MPs Tear Copies
The bill guarantees 125 days of rural employment with Rs 1.51 lakh crore funding, aiming to address MGNREGA shortcomings despite opposition claims of reduced worker protections.
- In Parliament on Thursday, the Lok Sabha passed the VB-G RAM-G Bill amid opposition protests during the Winter Session.
- Aimed at replacing MGNREGA, the bill guarantees 125 days of employment annually for rural households and includes panchayats grading to prioritise underdeveloped regions, the government says.
- Union Minister for Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan defended the bill in an around eight‑hour debate, criticising MGNREGA inefficiencies and saying `This is the resolve of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and that is why this new scheme has been introduced`.
- Opposition parties, including Congress and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam , protested inside the House, tearing bill copies, demanding retention of MGNREGA and criticizing removal of Gandhi's name.
- Critics warn shifting to central allocations could increase rural workers' vulnerability and financial burdens on state governments, while opposition leaders press for parliamentary committee review with Friday the session deadline.
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Opposition, BJP Trade Sharp Words over Passing of VB-G RAM G Bill 2025
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Opposition MPs accused the government of rushing the legislation and weakening safeguards, while the BJP defended it as a reform aimed at improving livelihoods. Opposition MPs, including Congress and AAP, have criticised the bill, alleging it weakens safeguards and was rushed through without proper scrutiny. India News | Opposition, BJP Trade Sharp Words over Passing of VB-G RAM G Bill 2025.
Lok Sabha passes 'G RAM G' bill amid fierce protests, opposition MPs tear copies
Lok Sabha passed the VB-G Ram G bill, replacing MGNREGA, amid opposition protests. Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan defended the new law, highlighting its improvements over the previous scheme's corruption and inefficiency. He also countered criticism regarding Mahatma Gandhi's name, stating ...
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