Jharkhand BJP chief Babulal Marandi has accused the state government of diluting the PESA Act's intent with its newly notified rules. Marandi claims the rules weaken tribal self-governance and safeguards for traditional customs and beliefs, arguing that Gram Sabha chairpersons should be rooted in these practices. He asserts the government's rules omit explicit references to customary beliefs, potentially allowing those who have abandoned traditions to hold leadership positions, contrary to the PESA Act's spirit.