Implementation of Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025

The Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, has initiated the release of the first instalment of ₹25,863 crore under the 'Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025'. This significant financial infusion is aimed at strengthening the rural economy by providing a robust framework for employment generation and sustainable livelihood opportunities across the country. The mission is designed to act as a cornerstone for rural development, ensuring that the benefits of economic growth reach the grassroots level. By focusing on both employment and livelihood, the Act seeks to address the structural challenges of rural poverty and underemployment. The release of these funds is a critical step in operationalizing the government's vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India), where rural households are empowered through guaranteed work and diversified income streams. This initiative is expected to enhance the purchasing power of rural citizens, thereby stimulating local demand and contributing to the broader goal of inclusive economic growth.