President Grants Assent to Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill
President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, which replaces the MGNREGA. The new Act increases guaranteed work days from 100 to 125. It focuses on four key areas: water security, core rural infrastructure, livelihood-related infrastructure, and extreme weather mitigation. The funding model shifts to a 60:40 ratio between the Centre and States for administrative costs, compared to the previous 90:10 ratio under MGNREGA. The government has reserved ₹1,51,282 crore for the scheme's comprehensive development of villages.
Key Points
- The VB-G RAM G Bill officially replaces the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).
- Guaranteed days of employment have been increased from 100 to 125 days per year for rural households.
- The funding pattern for administrative costs has been revised to a 60:40 ratio, increasing the financial burden on state governments.
- The scheme shifts focus from just creating 'works' to creating 'outcomes' across four specific priority sectors.
Exam Facts
- The new Act is named Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) or VB-G RAM G.
- A budget of ₹1,51,282 crore has been allocated for the scheme.
- The cost-sharing ratio for administrative expenses changed from 90:10 to 60:40.
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