Jaya Bachchan criticizes government over pollution and healthcare issues as opposition protests VB-G RAM G Bill replacing MGNREGA.
During a protest at the Parliament on Friday, legendary actor and Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan attacked the government, claiming that it does not consult the opposition before making decisions.
“I don’t have anything to say about this.They do what they please and don’t communicate with any opposing members.They refuse to allow anyone to talk. The hospitals don’t have breathing machines or ventilators.Who will talk about these problems? She said, “They don’t let anyone speak.”
Speaking on pollution, the SP MP claimed that while the center ignores the main problems facing society and works to pass pointless legislation, the opposition wants to offer advice on reducing air pollution.
“We brought up the pollution issue… There was absolutely no need for the recently announced measures. If they talk about pollution, we’ll offer suggestions for how to fix the problem.If everyone perished, who would vote for them?” she continued.
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On the grounds of Parliament, opposition lawmakers protested the adoption of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB–G RAM G) Bill on Friday.
Trinamool Congress (TMC) members had earlier begun a 12-hour sit-in protest, or dharna, in opposition to the VB-G RAM G Bill’s passage. Today, it began at 12 a.m. and ended at 12 p.m.
To protest the Bill, a dharna was staged outside Samvidhan Sadan in the Parliament complex. After passing the Lok Sabha on December 18, 2025, the Bill faced fierce opposition before being approved by the Rajya Sabha early on December 19.
The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB–G RAM G) Bill was previously approved by the Rajya Sabha after receiving approval from the Lok Sabha. The Parliament cleared the bill on Friday.
Before the bill to replace MGNREGA was passed, the opposition members of the Rajya Sabha staged a walkout and asked that it be referred to the Select Committee.
For adult members of rural households who are willing to perform unskilled physical labor, the Bill promises 125 days of pay employment, up from the current 100 days.