Chouhan Slams Congress Over MGNREGA Revamp Criticism: 'Purely Political Clamour'

• Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan rejected Congress's criticism of the MGNREGA revamp, calling it 'purely political clamour' and 'crocodile tears'.
• Chouhan defended the new Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB–G RAM G), stating it ensures technology-driven transparency and timely direct wage payments.
• He highlighted enhanced employment security, increasing guaranteed workdays from 100 to 125, and provisions for unemployment allowance and delayed wage compensation.
• The new framework expands powers of Gram Sabhas and Panchayats for local planning and implementation, with mandatory social audits and focus on women's participation.
• Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized the move as an 'attack on India’s federal structure,' alleging centralization of funds and unilateral PMO decision-making.

Why It Matters: Shivraj Singh Chouhan defends the new VB–G RAM G, dismissing Congress's criticism as political.