West Bengal Notifies VB-G RAM G Scheme, Replaces MGNREGA With 125-Day Rural Employment Guarantee | Video

The West Bengal government has notified the VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme, replacing MGNREGA from July 1 and guaranteeing 125 days of work. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari welcomed the move. The scheme will focus on water security, rural infrastructure, livelihood projects and climate resilience, with Centre-State funding in a 60:40 ratio and wages disbursed through the DBT-SPARSH system.

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West Bengal Notifies VB-G RAM G Scheme, Replaces MGNREGA With 125-Day Rural Employment Guarantee | Video
Aritra Singha Updated: Thursday, July 02, 2026, 09:40 AM IST
West Bengal Notifies VB-G RAM G Scheme, Replaces MGNREGA With 125-Day Rural Employment Guarantee | Video

West Bengal Notifies VB-G RAM G Scheme, Replaces MGNREGA With 125-Day Rural Employment Guarantee | Video | File photo

Kolkata: After the Bengal government notified the VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme pledging 125 days of jobs, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had also expressed his happiness over the development.

In the notification it is mentioned that VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme is replacing the MGNREGA from July 1 and will focus on four key areas like water security, core rural infrastructure, livelihood-related infrastructure and projects aimed at mitigating the impact of extreme weather events.

In a press note it has been mentioned that VB-G RAM G will provide Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin).

The statement also mentioned that schemes will be sponsored by both central and state governments in a 60:40 ratio and also that the wage payments will be made through the DBT-SPARSH system.

Published on: Thursday, July 02, 2026, 09:40 AM IST

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