The Communist Party of India (CPI) today passed a strong resolution at its 25th Congress in Chandigarh, highlighting how the 16th Finance Commission has reduced the states’ share of revenue. The CPI said the cess imposed by the Centre has risen to 23.4%, yet states receive no share. According to the party, this threatens the federal structure and damages the economy.
The resolution also demanded strengthening of MGNREGA, calling it a key social security scheme. The CPI asked for 200 days of employment per year with a daily wage of ₹800. The party opposed privatisation of the defence industry, Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, and expansion of the power sector, terming them anti-worker.
CPI leaders stressed that crimes against Dalits have risen sharply in the past decade. They also passed a resolution for handing Chandigarh over to Punjab and paid homage on the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur.
Debates saw active participation from senior leaders including D Raja, Amarjeet Kaur, Palab Sen Gupta, Hardev Arshi, and K Srinivas Reddy. The CPI said the struggle for federal rights, workers’ dignity, and social justice would continue.
