Congress announces MGNREGA Bachao Sangram from January 10

Days after The Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) was introduced by the Centre to replace MGNREGA, Congress announced 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram', a campaign against the government's move. The party plans to hold the 'Save MGNREGA' campaign in three phases, starting from January 10.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday extended new-year greetings and called for a mass movement to protect the right to work, to vote and to live with dignity.

In a post on X, Kharge stressed the importance of safeguarding the Constitution and democratic values.

"On this joyful new year, I extend my warmest greetings to all of you. Let us make this year a mass movement to protect the rights of the vulnerable -- the right to work, the right to vote, and the right to live with dignity," Kharge said.

"Together, let us safeguard our Constitution and democratic values, empower citizens, and strengthen harmony in society. Employment for our youth, safety for women, prosperity for farmers, dignity for those on the margins, and a better quality of life for all, these must be our shared resolves," he added.

(With PTI inputs)