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"Conspiracy to Mislead in Name of MNREGA": Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is claiming there's a conspiracy to mislead people about the new rural employment law. He says the Viksit Bharat law actually increases work guarantees from 100 to 125 days for laborers. The law has officially been approved, replacing the old MNREGA program. Chouhan insists this new policy is designed to better support rural development and workers' rights.

Key Points: Chouhan Alleges Conspiracy Over MNREGA, Highlights New Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Law

  • Union Minister alleges conspiracy to mislead public on MNREGA
  • New Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act receives Presidential assent, replacing MGNREGA
  • Enhanced guarantee of 125 days of wage employment per year for rural households
  • Legislation aims to strengthen rural development and align with Viksit Bharat 2047 vision
  • Administrative expenditure provision increased from 6% to 9% under new law
  • Over Rs 1.51 lakh crore allocated to ensure sufficient funds for employment
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"Conspiracy is being hatched to mislead the country in name of MNREGA": Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan claims a conspiracy to mislead on MNREGA, asserts new Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act guarantees 125 days of work for rural labourers.

"A conspiracy is being hatched to mislead the country in the name of MNREGA. Misinformation is being spread...For our labourer brothers and sisters, there is now a guarantee of 125 days of work, not just 100 days. - Shivraj Singh Chouhan / Union Minister"

New Delhi, December 21

Amid mounting attack from opposition parties, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, in a video message, alleged that a conspiracy is being hatched to mislead the country in the name of MNREGA and said that 'Viksit Bharat - G Ram G' law is in favour of the poor and development, and that this law provides a complete guarantee of employment to workers.

"A conspiracy is being hatched to mislead the country in the name of MNREGA. Misinformation is being spread...For our labourer brothers and sisters, there is now a guarantee of 125 days of work, not just 100 days...There is a provision for providing additional payment if wages are delayed and on the other hand, a huge sum of money, which is proposed for this year, is more than Rs 1,51,282 crore. This is to ensure sufficient funds for providing employment and for the complete development of villages...This law is in favour of the poor, development. This law provides a complete guarantee of employment for labourers. It fulfils the resolve of developed villages for the construction of a developed India. There is another special provision. The administrative expenditure has increased from 6% to 9%...," Chouhan said in a video message on Sunday.

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday gave assent to the Viksit Bharat--Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB--G RAM G) Bill, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the transformation of rural employment policy, as per a release by the President's Secretariat.

The Act enhances the statutory wage employment guarantee to 125 days per financial year for rural households. It seeks to advance empowerment, inclusive growth, convergence of development initiatives and saturation-based delivery, thereby strengthening the foundation for a prosperous, resilient and self-reliant Rural Bharat.

Earlier, Parliament passed the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, marking a decisive reform in India's rural employment and development framework. The Act replaces the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), 2005, with a modern statutory framework that enhances livelihood security and is aligned with the national vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Finally! An upgrade to MNREGA was long overdue. The focus on developed villages and convergence of initiatives is the right approach. The increased budget allocation is massive and shows commitment. Hope this leads to better rural infrastructure and less migration to cities. 👍
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Arjun K
Calling it a "conspiracy" is unnecessary political rhetoric. The opposition has a right to question and scrutinize. That said, the core of the new law—125 days, higher funds, penalty for delay—seems progressive. The proof will be in its execution. The increased admin expenditure from 6% to 9% needs careful monitoring to prevent leakage.
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Priya S
My father worked under MNREGA in our village. The work was there but payments took months. If this new 'Guarantee' law truly ensures timely wages with penalties, it will be a game-changer for crores of families. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Michael C
Interesting to see India reforming its flagship rural job scheme. Aligning it with a long-term national vision (Viksit Bharat 2047) is a strategic move. The success will depend on transparent implementation and reducing bureaucratic hurdles at the village level.
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Vikram M
The name change from MNREGA to VB-G RAM G is confusing for the common villager. They know "NREGA". Hope the focus remains on the work and wages, not just on branding. The 25 extra days can make a real difference during lean agricultural seasons.

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