Belagavi, Dec. 17 -- Karnataka's School Education and Literacy Minister Madhu Bangarappa on Wednesday criticised the central government for the name change of the MGNREGA scheme, stating that the names of those who fought for independence must be restored.

"We are protesting against the central government's decision, as it goes against democracy. Those who fought for the country's freedom, their names have to be restored..." Bangarappa said.

The Karnatka minister noted that the decision made by the Centre should be condemned across the country.

"This is a national-level protest under the leadership of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. Such a decision brings shame to the BJP central government that the...