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Chhattisgarh's Balrampur is boosting water conservation and rural jobs through the Mor Gaon Mor Pani campaign, helping curb migration.

Chhattisgarh water conservation drive boosts jobs, livelihoods

July 11, 2026, 08:12 PM - 4 min read

The objective of this campaign is not just restricted to water conservation; instead, it is ensuring employment for villagers as a part of Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VB-G RAM G), resulting in a reduction in migration. The contour trenches here in such a number are going to strengthen water security and harvest rainwater.

VB-G RAM G scheme not in state's interest: Sukhu

July 8, 2026, 06:09 PM - 3 min read

Chairing a departmental review meeting here, he said vacant posts in the department were being filled on a priority basis to improve administrative efficiency. He added that more recruitment would be undertaken in the coming months.

West Bengal's VB-G RAM G scheme faces delays as nearly 2,000 Gram Panchayat Pradhans remain absent, disrupting approvals and project execution.

WB’s VB-G RAM G scheme stalls as 2,000 Panchayat heads go missing

July 8, 2026, 12:31 PM - 3 min read

The situation has raised concerns within the Panchayat Department, headed by Dillip Ghosh, as the functioning of the scheme heavily depends on the participation of Pradhans. Launched in the state on July 1 alongside the rest of the country, the ‘VB-G RAM G’ scheme — an expanded version of the rural employment programme — guarantees 125 days of work annually, up from the earlier 100 days.

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu

Himachal govt flags concerns over VB-G RAM G scheme

June 23, 2026, 06:09 PM - 4 min read

The introduction of the VB-G RAM G scheme in place of MGNREGA could deal a major blow to nearly 12 lakh workers in Himachal Pradesh, an official spokesperson said here on Tuesday.

Jharkhand Assembly passes resolution to continue with MGNREGA

March 18, 2026, 06:37 PM - 3 min read

The Assembly asserted that the existing MGNREGA framework remains more aligned with the state’s rural employment needs and should therefore be retained.

Himachal Pradesh BJP president Rajeev Bindal

Cong spreading misinformation on VB-G RAM G: BJP chief

January 7, 2026, 06:26 PM - 3 min read

He said the Congress was intentionally misleading people about a programme aimed at strengthening rural livelihoods and improving economic security for rural families.

Jean Drèze pointed out that under the proposed framework, decision-making powers will rest entirely with the Union government. He said the Centre has absolved itself of responsibility while shifting financial liability to the states.

Jean Drèze warns VB-G RAM G dilutes employment guarantee

January 6, 2026, 07:53 PM - 3 min read

Speaking to the media persons in Ranchi, Drèze said the move is far more than a change in nomenclature. According to him, the new scheme explicitly repeals the Mahatma Gandhi Rural Employment Guarantee Act along with all its rules and guidelines, replacing a rights-based law with a discretionary programme that offers no assured employment.