CM asks PM to release MGNREGS funds
The Hindu
Delay has led to wage liability of ₹1,178.12 crore, says Stalin
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Monday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, flagging the issue of delays in the payment of wages under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS). He requested Mr. Modi to release the funds.
“The MGNREGS is considered a stable livelihood opportunity in rural areas and the present delay in wage payment is causing hardship to several thousands of rural households. It may make them to disown the scheme and lead to urban migration for employment opportunities,” Mr. Stalin said.
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