What steps can be taken to ensure timely wage payment for MGNREGA workers in India

MGNREGA workers term government claim of timely wage payment ‘false’

To ensure timely wage payment for MGNREGA workers in India, the following steps can be taken:

Implement a robust digital payment system to prevent delays and errors in wage disbursement.
Strengthen monitoring mechanisms to track and address delays in wage payments promptly.
Provide training to officials and workers on the importance of timely wage payments and the process involved.
Establish grievance redressal mechanisms for workers to report delays and seek resolution.
Regularly review and audit wage payment processes to identify bottlenecks and improve efficiency.
Strengthen coordination among various stakeholders involved in the wage payment process to streamline operations.

Despite the government's claims of timely wage payment, MGNREGA workers have voiced their dissatisfaction, citing continuous delays and inconsistencies in receiving their payments. Improved implementation of the above steps can help address these concerns and ensure timely wage payment for MGNREGA workers.

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