• Technology may nullify the objective of MGNREGA by reducing the need for manual labour, which is the main source of employment under this scheme.
• It may lead to the replacement of human labour with machines, further leading to unemployment which is against the main objective of MGNREGA.
• The use of technology in MGNREGA may increase the costs involved in the implementation of the scheme, which may have a negative impact on the budget allotted for the programme.
• Moreover, the use of technology may make the scheme inaccessible to the rural population, which is the primary target of MGNREGA.
• The lack of access to internet connectivity in many rural areas, the high cost of technology, and the lack of training may further hinder the implementation of MGNREGA.
• The use of technology in MGNREGA may also lead to the exclusion of marginalized sections of society such as women, SC/ST communities, and migrant workers.
• Overall, while technology can bring about efficiency and transparency in the implementation of MGNREGA, it should be used judiciously to ensure that the primary objective of the programme, i.e. to provide employment and stop distress migration, is not compromised.

In conclusion, the use of technology should be balanced with the need to provide manual employment to those who depend on the scheme for their livelihoods. The government should take measures to ensure that the implementation of MGNREGA is inclusive and accessible to all, irrespective of their socio-economic background.