Karnataka Stands Against VB-G RAM-G Act, Seeks Repeal of MGNREGA Replacement

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{ "title": "Karnataka Stands Against VB-G RAM-G Act, Seeks Repeal of MGNREGA Replacement", "article": "In a move to protect the rights of rural populations, the Karnataka cabinet has decided to pass a resolution in the state legislature demanding the repeal of the newly enacted VB-G RAM-G Act. Replacing the popular MGNREGA, which provided employment in rural areas, the new Act has been met with opposition from several states, including Karnataka, Punjab, and Tamil Nadu. Law and parliamentary affairs minister HK Patil explained that the new Act's negative impact on society and the rural economy will be discussed in detail during the upcoming state legislature session, which will run from January 22 to 31. The joint session, convened to address the Centre's decision to repeal MGNREGA, will open with Governor Thaawarchand Ghelot addressing both Houses of the legislature. Patil emphasized that the state government will take all necessary steps to protect the rights of the people, including creating awareness about the negative impact of the new Act. He stated that the government will not sit quietly as the rights of the poor are being taken away, and will pressure the Centre to drop the new Act, which is deemed anti-poor and anti-people. Under the VB-G RAM-G Act, the decision-making authority has shifted from village panchayats to government officers, allowing contractors to dictate work assignments. This change has raised concerns about the erosion of panchayat powers and the potential for exploitation of rural workers. The state government's move to pass a resolution against the new Act has sparked hopes that other states will follow suit, ultimately leading to a change in the Centre's stance."