MGNREGA Funding Controversy: Center Faces Backlash Over Allocation Disparities

The Indian government faces criticism over the allocation of MGNREGA funds to Tamil Nadu and other states. Union Minister Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani defended the allocation process amid protests from opposition parties. Allegations of fund misappropriation in West Bengal and delayed payments in Kerala have intensified the debate.

The allocation of MGNREGA funds has sparked uproar in India, with Tamil Nadu receiving more than Uttar Pradesh, despite population disparities.

Union Minister Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani defended the fund distribution process, facing protests from DMK and Trinamool Congress MPs in the Lok Sabha.

Amid allegations of misappropriation in West Bengal and delayed payments in Kerala, lawmakers question the efficacy and transparency of the scheme's implementation.

(With inputs from agencies.)