Congress to launch nationwide 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram' against VB-G RAM G Act from Jan 10-Feb 25

Key Points

1. Congress announces 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram' from January 10 to February 25, 2026.
2. The protest aims to withdraw the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Act.
3. Congress demands restoration of MGNREGA as a rights-based law.
4. The VB-G RAM G Act is criticized for centralizing employment schemes.
5. Congress plans consultations with INDIA bloc partners to oppose the Act.
6. The Act sets a 60:40 funding split between the Centre and States.
7. President Droupadi Murmu approved the VB-G RAM G Act on December 21, 2025.
8. The VB-G RAM G Act guarantees 125 days of wage employment per rural household.