BHOPAL: In a bold political maneuver, the Congress party has launched its high-profile Nyay Yatra in Madhya Pradesh, zeroing in on the heartbreaking Bhagirathpura tragedy and controversial tweaks to the MGNREGA scheme. The yatra, flagged off amid chants and banners, signals the opposition’s aggressive push ahead of upcoming elections.
The Bhagirathpura incident, where a massive wall collapse claimed multiple lives including women and children, has become a flashpoint. Congress leaders are slamming the state government for alleged negligence in urban slum safety. ‘This is not just a collapse; it’s a collapse of governance,’ thundered a senior party spokesperson during the yatra’s kickoff.
Adding fuel to the fire, recent amendments to MGNREGA – the flagship rural employment program – are under the scanner. Critics within Congress argue these changes dilute worker protections and funding, hitting the rural poor hardest. The yatra plans to traverse affected districts, rallying villagers and laborers to highlight stories of delayed payments and slashed work days.
As the convoy moves through dusty roads and crowded markets, party workers distribute pamphlets detailing government failures. Local leaders share platforms with national figures, weaving narratives of accountability and promise. The yatra isn’t just a protest; it’s a calculated outreach to reclaim lost ground in the heartland.
With elections looming, this Nyay Yatra could reshape Madhya Pradesh’s political landscape. Will it force the ruling dispensation to respond, or deepen the divide? Only time will tell, but the momentum is undeniable. Congress hopes to turn public anger into votes, one stop at a time.