Economists and labour rights experts have criticised the programme, saying that it consolidates decision-making with the Union government.

The Viksit Bharat Act, replacing MGNREGS on July 1, faces delays and opposition due to unfinished works, raising concerns about centralization and labor rights. | India News

Workers who are persons with disabilities will reportedly not be required to work fixed hours to receive their full daily wage. | India News

A new Viksit Bharat -- Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, offering 125 days of wage employment, launches July 1. The government assures full…

India is set to launch the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission-Gramin (VB-G RAM-G), replacing the MGNREGS after two decades. This new rural jobs program…

A new rural employment guarantee scheme, the Viksit Bharat -- Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, will commence on July 1, boosting the national average…

Centre announces a ₹300 daily wage under VB-G RAM G, while the opposition demands ₹500 and criticises the scheme's implementation.

The government has boosted rural employment wages by over 10% with the new Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission-Gramin, replacing MGNREGA from July 1. Daily…

Bihar has launched the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) scheme, aiming to curb labor outmigration and enhance working conditions. This national…