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Centre Notifies Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act: 125 Days Rural Job Guarantee

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the notification of the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act, 2025, which guarantees rural households 125 days of employment annually from July 1, 2026. The new law replaces MGNREGA and includes a six-month transition period for states to prepare. The Centre has allocated over Rs 95,600 crore in the Union Budget for implementation. The scheme is expected to boost rural purchasing power but may increase labour costs for industries.

Key Points: Viksit Bharat Act: 125 Days Rural Job Guarantee From July

  • 125 days guaranteed rural employment from July 1, 2026
  • Replaces MGNREGA with expanded coverage
  • Rs 95,600 crore allocated in Union Budget
  • Six-month transition period for states
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Centre notifies Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act; rural households to get 125 days of guaranteed employment from July 1: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Centre notifies Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act replacing MGNREGA. Rural households to get 125 days guaranteed employment annually from July 1, 2026.

"Starting July 1st, our brothers and sisters seeking employment in rural areas will be employed for 125 days per year, not 100 under the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act. - Shivraj Singh Chouhan"

Bhopal, May 11

Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday said the Centre has issued the notification for the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act, 2025, under which rural households will be guaranteed 125 days of employment annually from July 1, 2026.

Speaking to reporters, Chouhan said the new legislation, officially titled the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission-Gramin (VB-G RAM G) Act, would replace and expand upon the existing Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) framework under the Centre's "Viksit Bharat" vision.

"The notification of the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act has been issued. Starting July 1st, our brothers and sisters seeking employment in rural areas will be employed for 125 days per year, not 100 under the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act," Chouhan said.

He clarified that all provisions of MGNREGA would continue during the transition period.

"All provisions of MGNREGA will remain in effect during the interim period. Unfinished work will be completed under MGNREGA until July 1st," he said.

The Union Minister further stated that states would be given six months to complete necessary preparations for implementing the new scheme.

"Under Viksit Bharat-G RAM G, most states will have six months to complete the required preparations. However, after July 1st, if any state fails to complete the required preparations, the funding pattern for the work will be under the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G scheme," he said.

Chouhan also said the Centre had allocated over Rs 95,600 crore in the Union Budget for implementation of the Act. "To implement the Act, the Government of India has allocated over Rs 95,600 crore in its budget," he added.

The Central government has officially notified that the VB-G RAM G Act, 2025, will come into effect from July 1, 2026, across all states and Union Territories.

The new law is being seen as a successor and upgraded version of the MGNREGA framework under the Centre's Viksit Bharat vision.The scheme could impact industries dependent on rural labour supply as workers may prefer guaranteed government wages over private sector and construction jobs.The programme is also expected to boost rural purchasing power, which could benefit FMCG, agri-input and other rural-focused businesses. Industries relying on rural workforce may also face higher compliance and labour cost pressures under the new framework.

- ANI

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Sneha F
I welcome the intention, but the name change from MGNREGA to 'Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act' feels like rebranding without addressing fundamental flaws. The real challenge isn't the number of days—it's whether wages are paid on time and if work is genuinely available. My father in UP hasn't seen MGNREGA wages in months. 🤔
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James A
A fascinating development. The 25-day increase could significantly alter rural labor dynamics. While this benefits workers, it may pressure small farmers and rural contractors who already struggle with labor shortages. The Rs 95,600 crore allocation is substantial. Will the implementation in states like Bihar and Rajasthan match the ambition?
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Priya S
As someone working with rural women's collectives, I'm cautiously optimistic. Extra 25 days means more income for women who form the bulk of MGNREGA workers. But let's not forget—the scheme doesn't cover healthcare, education, or skill development. Guaranteed work is great, but 'Viksit Bharat' needs holistic rural transformation beyond employment days. 🙏
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Ravi K
Good step by the government, no doubt. But I wonder—will this actually reduce migration to cities? Many villagers still prefer construction work in metros because daily wages there are higher than MGNREGA rates. The 125 days, even if fully paid, won't match what a mason earns in a month. We need a more comprehensive rural employment strategy. Just saying. ✨
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Karan T
Excellent move! The 'Viksit Bharat' vision is taking shape. More work days, more rural

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