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Opposition leaders held a 12-hour overnight protest in the Parliament complex against the passage of the VB-G RAM G bill, which they say will replace the MGNREGA rural employment program.
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Opposition Stages Overnight Protest Against Proposed MGNREGA Replacement Bill
New Delhi: Opposition leaders staged a 12-hour overnight protest, a “dharna,” within the Parliament complex on Thursday, voicing their strong disapproval of the VB-G RAM G bill. The bill, currently under consideration, is widely seen by the opposition as a replacement for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), a cornerstone rural employment program.
The protest, lasting throughout the night, signals a significant escalation in the political battle over the future of rural employment initiatives. Opposition leaders argue that the VB-G RAM G bill will dismantle the existing MGNREGA framework, potentially leaving millions of rural workers vulnerable.
“This bill is a direct attack on the livelihoods of rural Indians,” stated a source from the opposition. “We will continue to fight against its passage and protect the rights of the most vulnerable in our society.”
The government has yet to officially comment on the opposition’s claims or clarify the specific intentions behind the VB-G RAM G bill. The protest is expected to fuel further debate and scrutiny as the bill moves through the legislative process.
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