VBG RAM G
VB–G RAM G
Scheme Overview
Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) is referred to as VB–G RAM G.
It is a rural employment and development framework introduced by the Government of India to provide employment opportunities to rural households, promote sustainable livelihoods and develop rural infrastructure.
The VB–G RAM G Act, 2025 received the assent of the President of India on 20 December 2025.
Employment Guarantee
125 Days
Target Group
Rural Households
Major Focus
Rural Development
Effective From
01 July 2026
1. Main Objective
The principal provision is to provide eligible rural households with a guarantee of 125 days of wage employment in a financial year.
The employment guarantee is available to adult members of eligible households who are willing to undertake unskilled manual work.
2. Key Features
| Subject | VB–G RAM G |
|---|---|
| Employment Guarantee | 125 days per financial year |
| Target Group | Adult members of rural households willing to undertake unskilled manual work |
| Nature of Employment | Unskilled manual work |
| Objective | Rural employment and infrastructure development |
| Planning | Gram Panchayat / Gram Sabha based planning |
| Social Audit | Mandatory mechanism |
| Technology & Monitoring | GIS, Digital MIS, Biometric Authentication and other digital systems |
| Funding Pattern | 60:40 for general States |
| Effective From | 01 July 2026 |
A special 90:10 funding ratio is provided for the North-Eastern States and Himalayan States.
3. Types of Works
Public works under VB–G RAM G are broadly organised under four major areas:
💧 1. Water Security Works
- Water conservation activities
- Renovation of ponds and water bodies
- Groundwater recharge
- Irrigation-related works
- Watershed development
- Afforestation
🏗️ 2. Rural Infrastructure
- Rural roads
- Public buildings
- School infrastructure
- Sanitation facilities
- Renewable energy-related facilities
- Works associated with housing schemes
🌾 3. Livelihood Infrastructure
- Agriculture-related assets
- Animal husbandry facilities
- Fisheries-related infrastructure
- Storage facilities
- Marketing facilities
- Rural economic infrastructure
🌳 4. Climate Resilience & Disaster Management
- Flood control systems
- Protective walls and embankments
- Post-disaster restoration
- Forest fire management activities
- Climate-resilient infrastructure
4. Role of the Gram Panchayat
Gram Panchayats such as Chokkad Grama Panchayat have an important role in the planning and implementation of the programme.
The planning approach gives importance to bottom-up planning. Viksit Gram Panchayat Plans (VGPPs) are prepared with the participation of the Gram Sabha.
For Chokkad Grama Panchayat
Local needs may be identified, discussed in the Gram Sabha and prioritised. Suitable works may then be incorporated into the relevant plans, subject to the applicable guidelines and provisions of the programme.
5. Special Provision During Agricultural Seasons
To ensure the availability of agricultural labour during important agricultural seasons such as sowing, planting and harvesting, the State Government may specify a period of up to 60 days in a financial year in advance.
6. Transparency and Monitoring
Various digital systems and social accountability mechanisms are incorporated to ensure transparency, effective monitoring and efficient implementation.
💻 Digital Systems
- Biometric Authentication
- GIS / Spatial Technology
- Digital MIS
- Mobile-based Monitoring
- Dashboard Monitoring
🔎 Transparency Mechanisms
- Publication of information for the public
- Social Audit
- Gram Sabha verification
- Monitoring of work progress
- Expenditure monitoring
7. Potential Areas for Chokkad Grama Panchayat
Based on local requirements and subject to the applicable programme guidelines, suitable activities may be considered in the following areas:
💧 Water Conservation
- Renovation of ponds
- Protection of streams
- Water storage works
- Watershed development
🌾 Agriculture & Livelihood
- Agricultural assets
- Animal husbandry facilities
- Storage facilities
- Rural livelihood infrastructure
🏘️ Rural Infrastructure
- Public facilities
- Sanitation facilities
- Rural road-related works
- Basic infrastructure of public buildings
🌳 Environment & Climate
- Afforestation
- Soil and water conservation
- Disaster management activities
- Climate-resilient works
📚 Official Sources
India Code – VB–G RAM G Act, 2025
India Code – Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025
Government of India – Ministry of Rural Development
For official guidelines, notifications and the latest information, users should refer to the publications and official communications issued by the Government of India and the concerned authorities.
