CITU protests against VB-GRAM G, seeks strengthening of MGNREGS
The CITU held a protest in Visakhapatnam demanding the strengthening of the MGNREGS and the withdrawal of the proposed VB-GRAM G legislation. Protesters argue that the new framework weakens rural livelihood protections and shifts an unfair financial burden onto states.
Why it matters
This reflects ongoing tensions regarding labor rights and the restructuring of social welfare programs in India.
The Visakhapatnam district committee of the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) staged a protest at Maddilapalem Junction on Wednesday, demanding that the Centre strengthen the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) and repeal the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-GRAM G).
The article focuses heavily on the union's grievances and demands, framing the government's policy as detrimental to workers.
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