Modi government 'master' at renaming schemes: Congress hits out at Centre over MGNREGA name change

Key Points

1. The Union Cabinet approved a Bill to rename MGNREGA on December 12, 2025.
2. The proposed new name for MGNREGA is 'Poojya Bapu Grameen Rozgar Yojna'.
3. The number of work days under the scheme is proposed to be increased from 100 to 125.
4. MGNREGA was enacted in 2005.
5. Congress alleges the renaming is an attempt to erase Mahatma Gandhi's legacy.