Scrap VB-G RAM G Act, bring back MGNREGA for rural job rights: Siddaramaiah to Centre

Jan 03, 2026
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The Hindu - National
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Key Points

  1. Karnataka CM demands the Centre to scrap the new VB-G RAM G Act.
  2. The CM wants the UPA-era MGNREGA to be brought back.
  3. The CM alleges the new legislation takes away the right to livelihood and powers of panchayats.
  4. The CM claims the new act adds financial burden on states.
  5. The CM says the Congress party and the State Government will take up the issue simultaneously.
  6. The CM says the Modi Government has done three things with the VB-G RAM G Act: taken away the right to livelihood, taken away the powers of the Panchayat, and added a financial burden to the States.

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