UP CM transfers Rs 611 crore to MGNREGA workers

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has transferred Rs 611 crore directly to the bank account of workers of the state under Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). The fund was transferred to 27.5 lakh labourers. The CM also spoke to workers through video-conference to inform about the government’s scheme.

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The Uttar Pradesh government has announced a slew of financial measures for the poor people who are facing the brunt of the lockdown. The government has promised Rs 1,000 each to over 16.5 lakh daily wage workers and 20.37 lakh construction workers. The state has reported a total of 75 positive coronavirus cases so far. Noida has been one of the worst impacted cities with the growing influence of the virus.