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Guidelines for VB-G RAM G to be issued within next few weeks: MoRD officials
MoRD officials say guidelines for VB-G RAM G, the Viksit Bharat Act promising 125 days of work for unskilled rural workers, will be issued in the coming weeks to enable rollout and transition from MGNREGA. The ministry notes ongoing monitoring of MGNREGA, advised state preparations, and ongoing funding details as part of the transition.
Why It Matters
The VB-G RAM G Act could replace MGNREGA nationwide, influencing rural livelihoods, state budgeting, and the timeline for rolling out a central job-guarantee scheme.
Timeline
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States/UTs advised to prepare for VB-G RAM G rollout
May 8, 2026
States/UTs have been advised to complete preparatory actions, including budgeting and system readiness, to facilitate a smooth transition to VB-G RAM G; the central government notes MGNREGA will continue until VB-G RAM G comes into operation.
Labour budgets indicate high activity in April–May 2026
May 8, 2026
Labor budgets indicate about 300 million persondays for April 2026 and an agreed Labour Budget exceeding 430 million persondays for May 2026 to ensure adequate employment nationwide.
First instalment towards wage component released countrywide
May 8, 2026
The MoRD stated that ₹17,744.19 crore has been released as the first instalment towards the wage component countrywide for FY 2026-27, with funds for wage and material component expenditure being provided for smooth implementation and wage disbursal.
Guidelines for VB-G RAM G to be issued in coming weeks (RELATIVE date)
May 8, 2026
Officials said the guidelines for the VB-G RAM G scheme are going to be issued within the next few weeks to implement the central act; states must notify a scheme to give effect to VB-G RAM G Act for smooth rollout.
HT reports delay in VB-G RAM G guidelines affecting MGNREGA work
May 7, 2026
The Hindustan Times reported that delay in guidelines is hampering the allotment of work under MGNREGA, with about 23 million mandays reduced from 33 million approved for April.
Bihar funds under wage component; fund transfer orders cleared up to May 5, 2026
May 5, 2026
Funds amounting to ₹1,669 have been sanctioned for Bihar under the wage component with fund transfer orders cleared up to May 5, 2026.