Archive · 15 Jan 2026
Karnataka to discuss MGNREGA repeal implications
The Karnataka government has decided to hold a special joint session of the state legislature from January 22 to 31.
This session will discuss the repeal of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) by the central government.
The session was extended from the initially planned two days due to constitutional requirements.
The government aims to create awareness and restore MGNREGA by putting pressure on the central government.
The session will also include the Governor's address on the first day, as mandated by the Constitution.
The session will be held for five days, and the final dates will be announced by the Assembly Speaker.
Karnataka to hold a joint legislative session from January 22 to 31 to discuss MGNREGA repeal.
Initial plan for a two-day special session changed due to constitutional requirements.
Governor's address will be held on the first day of the session as per Article 176.
Session aims to create awareness and restore MGNREGA by pressuring the central government.
MGNREGA was replaced by the central government with Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act (VB-G RAM G).
- Who
- Karnataka government and legislature
- What
- Joint legislative session to discuss MGNREGA repeal
- When
- January 22 to 31
- Where
- Karnataka
- Why
- To discuss the repeal of MGNREGA and its replacement by the Centre
- Session Dates
- January 22 to 31
- Act Discussed
- MGNREGA
- Replacement Act
- Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act (VB-G RAM G)
- Constitutional Article
- Article 176
- Governor's Address
- First day of the session
Sources
Karnataka to convene joint legislative session from Jan 22 to 31 to discuss MGNREGA
Karnataka To Hold Joint Legislative Session To Discuss Repeal Of MGNREGA
Karnataka to discuss implications of MGNREGA repeal during joint legislature session
Karnataka to discuss implications of MGNREGA repeal during joint legislature session
