Overview
The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Grameen) (VB‑G RAM‑G) has taken over the MGNREGS from July 1 2026. The new scheme raises the daily wage to ₹382 (up from ₹370) and expands the guaranteed work days to 125 days per household.
Key Developments
- Daily wage increased to ₹382 under the new scheme.
- Guaranteed employment days raised to 125 days per household.
- Payments to be made within 15 days of work completion.
- Priority given to water security, quality rural infrastructure, livelihood projects, and climate resilience measures.
- Training of officials conducted by master trainers from the Abdul Nazir Sab State Institute.
Important Facts
According to S. Yukesh Kumar, the CEO of Mysuru Zilla Panchayat, the revised wage rates are payable from the day the scheme became effective. Training covered all categories of officials, including Assistant Directors at the taluk level, administrative officers, and Panchayat Development Officers (PDOs).
Exam Relevance
This transition illustrates the government's shift towards more inclusive rural employment policies, a topic under GS‑3 (Economy & Development). Understanding the design of VB‑G RAM‑G helps answer questions on rural poverty alleviation, wage‑rate adjustments, and the role of Panchayati Raj institutions (GS‑2 (Polity)) in scheme delivery. The emphasis on water security and climate resilience links to environmental governance (GS‑3 and GS‑4 (Ethics)).
Way Forward
Effective monitoring will be crucial to ensure timely wage payments and quality of work. States need to strengthen the capacity of PDOs and local bodies for smooth implementation. Continuous training, especially on climate‑smart infrastructure, will align the scheme with India’s broader sustainability goals.