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Tripura CM Hails VB G RAM G Act as Historic Leap for Rural Development

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has hailed the VB G RAM G Act as a historic step for strengthening socio-economic development in rural India. He stated the new law aims to overcome the shortcomings of the previous MNREGA by ensuring higher work guarantees and dedicated funding. The framework emphasizes durable asset creation, water conservation, and greater accountability with a central commitment exceeding ₹95,000 crore. Saha credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for this shift towards inclusive, village-centric growth.

Key Points: VB G RAM G Act: A New Era for Rural Employment, Says Tripura CM

  • Replaces MNREGA with new framework
  • Guarantees 125 workdays, up from 100
  • Central commitment of over ₹95,000 crore
  • Focus on durable assets & water conservation
  • Ensures timely wage payments
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VB G RAM G Act a historic step towards rural socio-economic development: Tripura CM

Tripura CM Manik Saha calls the VB G RAM G Act a historic reform, replacing MNREGA with higher workdays, ₹95,000 crore funding, and durable asset creation.

"It is surprising that after the Bill was passed... the Opposition continues to raise the same issues outside, creating confusion. - Manik Saha"

Agartala, Jan 9

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday described the VB G RAM G Act as a historic step that would significantly strengthen socio-economic development in rural India.

Addressing a press conference at the state BJP headquarters, the Chief Minister said the Act reflects a new and reformed approach to rural growth, aimed at overcoming shortcomings in earlier employment guarantee schemes. He noted that the VB G RAM G Bill was extensively debated in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.

"It is surprising that after the Bill was passed following detailed discussions in Parliament, the Opposition continues to raise the same issues outside, creating confusion among the people," Saha said.

Referring to the evolution of rural employment programmes, he said the Maharashtra Employment Guarantee Act of 1977 laid the foundation for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA), which provided a nationwide legal framework for rural employment. However, he said MNREGA had several loopholes.

"Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Central government has been taking continuous reform-oriented steps to ensure ease of doing, ease of living, and ease of business. The VB G RAM G Act aims to replace MNREGA with a new framework that provides higher work guarantees, dedicated funding for rural development, and a strong focus on durable asset and infrastructure creation. Earlier, employment was generated, but the work often lacked durability," he said.

The Chief Minister said the new framework ensures greater accountability in rural employment programmes, with a Central commitment of over Rs 95,000 crore for its implementation.

"This Bill marks a significant shift in India's approach to rural employment and development. I thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his vision for rural India. Development cannot be city-centric alone; we must focus on villages for inclusive growth," Saha said.

He further said the guaranteed number of workdays has been increased from 100 to 125 under the new Act, while delays in wage payments will no longer be tolerated. Decentralisation through Gram Sabhas has also been strengthened.

"The new law places strong emphasis on water conservation and security, asset creation, livelihood generation, rural infrastructure development, and climate change mitigation," the Chief Minister added.

- IANS

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Priya S
Increasing workdays to 125 and guaranteeing timely payments is a game-changer for rural families. My relatives in a Tripura village often faced delays. Hope this implementation is smooth and transparent.
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Rahul R
While the intent seems good, I'm cautiously optimistic. Every new scheme is announced with big promises. The real test is on the ground - will the funds reach the actual workers? Accountability is key.
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Anjali F
Focusing on climate change mitigation in rural employment is forward-thinking. Building check dams, watersheds, and green infrastructure can combat droughts. This is how we build a resilient Bharat.
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David E
Interesting read. As an observer, India's scale of rural development challenges is immense. Decentralization through Gram Sabhas sounds like the right approach for local needs. Hope it empowers communities effectively.
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Karthik V
The CM is right, development cannot be city-centric. For true 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas', we need to strengthen our villages. This act seems like a step in that direction. Let's see the execution.

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