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Congress Protests MGNREGA Repeal, Warns of Rural Crisis

12/17/2025

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Congress Protests MGNREGA

Indian National Congress mobilizes against the proposed repeal of MGNREGA, with protests set for December 17 to defend rural labor rights.
The Indian National Congress says the Viksit Bharat Bill centralizes control and reduces funding, while the government says it modernizes rural employment.
Rahul Gandhi, Congress leader, warns the bill threatens a vital lifeline for millions.
Congress pledges ongoing demonstrations until the bill undergoes thorough review.

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Congress Protests MGNREGA

Indian National Congress mobilizes against the proposed repeal of MGNREGA, with protests set for December 17 to defend rural labor rights.
The Indian National Congress says the Viksit Bharat Bill centralizes control and reduces funding, while the government says it modernizes rural employment.
Rahul Gandhi, Congress leader, warns the bill threatens a vital lifeline for millions.
Congress pledges ongoing demonstrations until the bill undergoes thorough review.

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