Concerns raised in Cuddalore over MGNREGA supervisors and calls to appoint new staff
Local groups in Cuddalore have urged appointment of new, qualified supervisors for the rural employment guarantee scheme and stronger monitoring to ensure transparent implementation; the issue gained attention amid administrative changes to the programme.
In Cuddalore district, civil‑society groups and beneficiaries have raised concerns about the functioning of the national rural employment guarantee scheme (formerly the 100‑day works programme). They say supervisors at several work sites have been holding posts for long periods and are requesting that qualified new personnel be appointed to oversee works.
The groups have also called for stricter oversight to ensure works are implemented transparently. Recent administrative changes to the scheme, including reported increases in annual days of work, have added urgency to calls for improved monitoring and prompt action on complaints.
Courtesy: Hindu Tamil Thisai