Making cuts in implementation of MGNREGA crime against Constitution: Kharge

In a bold statement, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has criticized the reductions in the implementation of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). Kharge emphasized that these cuts undermine what he describes as a fundamental constitutional right. MGNREGA, a flagship program providing employment to millions in rural India, is designed to ensure the Right to Work as enshrined in the Indian Constitution. Kharge's comments come in response to recent budgetary constraints that have reportedly affected the program's reach and effectiveness. As a result, many rural workers have faced challenges accessing guaranteed employment. The Congress leader argued that any dilution of MGNREGA not only affects livelihoods but also violates constitutional commitments to social justice and equality. The issue has sparked a broader debate on the government's role in safeguarding social welfare schemes. Supporters of MGNREGA view it as a vital safety net for the rural poor, while critics argue for more efficient alternatives. As discussions continue, the focus remains on ensuring that the program fulfills its constitutional promise to provide employment and uplift rural communities.

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