The Indian government is replacing the MGNREGA with the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill
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The Indian government is replacing the MGNREGA with the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 (VB-G RAM G) to expand rural work opportunities.
Background
The VB-G RAM G Bill proposes increasing the guaranteed employment period from 100 days to 125 days per financial year. It introduces a shared funding structure between the Centre and states and allows states to pause work during peak agricultural seasons.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillVB-G RAM G: Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025
- FactGuaranteed employment period increase: from 100 days to 125 days per financial year
- FactMGNREGA: Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act
For Mains
Q. Critically analyze the fiscal and structural implications of transitioning from MGNREGA to the VB-G RAM G Bill on rural employment and state-level fiscal autonomy.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Fiscal federalism: Shift in funding structure and potential increased financial burden on state governments
- Operational flexibility: Provisions for pausing work during peak agricultural seasons to align with rural cycles
- Policy shift: Transition from a statutory guarantee to a mission-based framework for rural livelihoods
Keywords: Fiscal Federalism · Rural Livelihood · Employment Guarantee · State Autonomy · Ajeevika
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