According to Thakur, the Centre has enhanced the employment guarantee from 100 days to 125 days while also increasing the remuneration paid to beneficiaries. He alleged that instead of welcoming the move, the Congress has resorted to misleading narratives about the “Ji-Ram-Ji” scheme, attempting to undermine public confidence in a programme designed to support vulnerable households.
The Union minister emphasised that the scheme is firmly rooted in law and provides assured employment to rural families, helping them secure stable incomes and improve their standard of living. He said the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to placing the rights and welfare of economically weaker sections at the centre of its development agenda.
Thakur maintained that the expanded guarantee would have a meaningful impact on rural livelihoods by offering additional days of paid work and higher wages, particularly benefiting marginalised communities. He expressed confidence that the programme would contribute to inclusive growth by addressing employment needs at the grassroots level.
The remarks come amid ongoing political sparring between the ruling party and the opposition over welfare policies and their implementation. As the debate continues, the government insists that the enhanced employment guarantee represents a significant step toward strengthening social security in rural India and ensuring that growth reaches those most in need.
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