• The use of technology in MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act) has raised concerns about nullifying its objective of providing employment to rural citizens.
• Several social activists and experts have questioned the effectiveness of technological interventions in the implementation of MGNREGA.
• Concerns have been raised about how technology has led to a reduction in the number of workdays available to rural workers, thereby reducing the Economic Benefits of the scheme.
• There are also concerns about the increased dependency on technology, which has led to the exclusion of several eligible job seekers who do not have access to technology.
• Moreover, there have been concerns about the exclusion of women, who face gender-based discrimination and have limited access to technology in rural areas.
• Other challenges faced include technical glitches, lack of adequate training provided at the grassroots level, and limited job opportunities due to the seasonal nature of the scheme.

In conclusion, although technology has the potential to promote transparency and ensure better implementation of MGNREGA, it should not undermine its principal objective to provide socio-economic benefits to rural citizens.