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Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP)

NITI AayogactiveGovernanceLaunched: 2023-01-07

About the Scheme

Aspirational Blocks Programme extends the Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP) model to block level — the most backward sub-districts within states. Launched January 7, 2023. 500 blocks in 329 districts across all states. Focuses on health, nutrition, education, agriculture, basic infrastructure, social development, and financial inclusion. Implemented by NITI Aayog.

Target Beneficiaries: Population of 500 backward blocks; ~10 crore people in most underdeveloped areas

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✦Key Features

  • 500 blocks in 329 districts across all states selected on composite backwardness index
  • 7 themes: Health & Nutrition, Education, Agriculture & Allied Services, Basic Infrastructure, Social Development, Financial Inclusion, Governance
  • Monthly competitive ranking — blocks compete on delta improvement
  • Central Prabhari Officer per block for coordination
  • Follows ADP model: 112 Aspirational Districts improved significantly (49 graduated by 2025)
  • NITI Aayog implements with district and block administrators
  • Sub-national initiative within existing district administration framework

₹ Budget Allocation

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UPSC Relevance

GS Paper: GS2

Prelims Relevance7%
Mains Relevance8%

Syllabus Tags

GovernanceNITI AayogDecentralizationDevelopmentGS2