Lad questions state jurisdiction in Ranya case accountability

Labour Minister Santosh Lad stated that the jurisdiction in the Ranya Rao case goes beyond state government authority. He questioned the role of customs and the central government in the investigation, highlighting a significant narcotics seizure at Adani Port last year. Lad criticized the focus on state officials in the Ranya Rao case, suggesting that accountability should not fall solely on the state government. He addressed concerns about airport officials' tenures and emphasized the need for broader accountability. Regarding guarantee schemes, Lad confirmed that Rs 60,000 crore is allocated for proper fund utilization. He also challenged the BJP's stance on minority contract reservations and asked for evidence of alleged irregularities in workers' kit distribution.