Himachal CM raises concern over new VB-G RAM G scheme replacing MGNREGA, fearing impact on 12 lakh workers.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed concern over the Central government's decision to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VB-G RAM G) scheme. He warned that this change could severely impact around 12 lakh workers in the State. The CM highlighted inadequate wage rates (₹247-₹309 per day) under the proposed VB-G RAM G, given the State's geographical conditions and cost of living. He directed officials to seek a reasonable increase from the Centre and emphasized providing work according to need, not predetermined limits.
Key Points
- Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu raised concerns about the new VB-G RAM G scheme replacing MGNREGA.
- The CM fears the new scheme could adversely affect 12 lakh workers in Himachal Pradesh.
- He criticized the proposed wage rates of ₹247-₹309 per day as inadequate for the State's conditions.
- The CM advocated for providing work based on need rather than predetermined limits.
- A high-level committee is examining the scheme and will submit recommendations by June 29.
Exam Facts
- Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister: Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.
- Scheme being replaced: Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).
- New scheme: Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VB-G RAM G).
- Proposed wage rates: ₹247 per day (non-tribal), ₹309 per day (tribal areas).
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