Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)

MGNREGA'S DIGITAL DIVIDE: ARE AADHAAR-BASED PAYMENTS EXCLUDING INDIA'S POOREST?

The deletion of 2.7 million MGNREGS workers, linked to mandatory Aadhaar-based payments, has raised concerns of wrongful exclusion and erosion of the Act’s demand-driven rights. Critics argue technical errors removed genuine workers and call for optional technology, stronger audits and an inclusive, worker-centric approach.