Jha argued that MGNREGA is a rights-based law that guarantees work to rural families. He said the new bill weakens this guarantee and gives more control to the Centre. According to him, workers may suffer due to reduced financial responsibility of the Union government.

He also objected to the removal of Mahatma Gandhi’s name from the scheme. Jha said Gandhi’s name represents dignity of labour and social justice. He questioned why the government felt the need to remove it.

The RJD leader pointed out that although the bill promises 125 days of work, it allows states to stop work for several days. He said this makes the guarantee uncertain for poor families.

Opposition parties have raised similar concerns and accused the government of diluting labour rights. The BJP, however, has defended the bill and said it will improve rural employment delivery.

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Swaraj Kaushal served as a Supreme Court lawyer, Rajya Sabha MP, and Governor of Mizoram. He became the youngest person to hold the post of Governor. His role in helping Mizoram achieve peace was meaningful and deeply respected in the Northeast.

Manoj Jha wrote that Kaushal’s contribution was historic, filled with empathy and commitment. He added that Mizoram would never forget the human touch Kaushal brought during a sensitive time. Jha also prayed for strength for Kaushal’s family.

Swaraj Kaushal was born on July 12, 1952. He studied at Delhi University and Punjab University before starting his law career. He married Sushma Swaraj in 1975. She later became India’s External Affairs Minister and a respected national leader. Their daughter, Bansuri Swaraj, is now a BJP MP from Delhi.

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