Madhya Pradesh CM Criticizes Congress Over Employment Bill and Ram's Reverence
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has sharply criticized the Congress party for their opposition to the Bharat Guarantee Bill, questioning their respect for Lord Ram. He highlighted the origins of the employment guarantee scheme and expressed confusion over Congress's apparent disdain for the revered figure. Yadav also noted the absence of key Congress leaders at significant events related to the Ram temple. The recent passage of the VB-G Ram Ji Bill in Parliament has further fueled the debate, with opposition members demanding more scrutiny. This article delves into the political dynamics surrounding these developments.
| Dec 20, 2025, 16:27 IST
CM Mohan Yadav's Remarks on Congress
Mohan Yadav, the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, targeted the Congress party on Saturday, asserting that the opposition's role is to oppose. He raised concerns about Congress's apparent disinterest in the recent Bharat Guarantee Bill (Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural)), questioning their attitude towards Lord Ram. Yadav emphasized that the original employment guarantee scheme was initiated as NREGA (National Rural Employment Guarantee Act) and later incorporated Mahatma Gandhi's name in the context of elections.
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The Chief Minister stated that while the opposition's job is to resist, their focus is on delivering results. He reiterated that the scheme was originally launched under the name NREGA, with Mahatma Gandhi's name added later for electoral purposes. Yadav expressed confusion over Congress's apparent disdain for Lord Ram, questioning what grievances they hold. He noted that the opposition had previously obstructed the construction of the Ram temple, citing their absence during the foundation stone-laying ceremony.
Yadav further pointed out that even after the temple's construction in Ayodhya, Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi have yet to visit the site. This raises questions about Congress's ongoing discontent with Lord Ram. Earlier on Friday, Parliament passed the VB-G Ram Ji Bill, which received approval from the Rajya Sabha following the Lok Sabha's endorsement. Opposition members staged a walkout from the Rajya Sabha, demanding that the bill be referred to a select committee before passage.
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The bill was passed in the Lok Sabha on December 18, 2025, and subsequently approved by the Rajya Sabha on the morning of December 19 amidst strong opposition. Meanwhile, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated that this legislation will play a crucial role in the welfare of the poor, accusing Congress of disrespecting Mahatma Gandhi's ideals.