{"id":43475,"date":"2025-12-16T11:57:43","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T06:27:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=43475"},"modified":"2025-12-16T11:57:46","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T06:27:46","slug":"vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"VB-G RaM G Scheme 2025: MGNREGA Renamed, Job Guarantee Increased to 125 Days"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#VB-G_RaM_G_scheme_2025_India_increases_rural_job_guarantee_from_100_to_125_days_with_the_renaming_of_MGNREGA_Learn_key_features_objectives_and_exam-relevant_insights\" >VB-G RaM G scheme 2025: India increases rural job guarantee from 100 to 125 days with the renaming of MGNREGA. Learn key features, objectives, and exam-relevant insights.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#Government_Renames_MGNREGA_and_Expands_Job_Guarantee_from_100_to_125_Days\" >Government Renames MGNREGA and Expands Job Guarantee from 100 to 125 Days<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#Introduction_What_Changed_in_Indias_Largest_Rural_Job_Scheme\" >Introduction: What Changed in India\u2019s Largest Rural Job Scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#Details_of_the_Rename_and_Job_Guarantee_Increase\" >Details of the Rename and Job Guarantee Increase<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#What_the_New_Scheme_Aims_to_Achieve\" >What the New Scheme Aims to Achieve<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#Political_and_Public_Reactions\" >Political and Public Reactions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#Conclusion_A_Landmark_Policy_Shift_in_Rural_Employment\" >Conclusion: A Landmark Policy Shift in Rural Employment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Government_Exam_Preparation\" >Why This News Is Important for Government Exam Preparation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#Relevance_to_Syllabus_and_Current_Affairs\" >Relevance to Syllabus and Current Affairs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#Historical_Context_Background_of_MGNREGA\" >Historical Context: Background of MGNREGA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CGovernment_Renames_MGNREGA_and_Hikes_Job_Guarantee_Days%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cGovernment Renames MGNREGA and Hikes Job Guarantee Days\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#1_What_is_VB%E2%80%91G_RaM_G\" >1. What is VB\u2011G RaM G?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#2_How_many_days_of_guaranteed_employment_does_VB%E2%80%91G_RaM_G_provide\" >2. How many days of guaranteed employment does VB\u2011G RaM G provide?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#3_Why_was_MGNREGA_renamed\" >3. Why was MGNREGA renamed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#4_What_changes_have_been_made_to_the_funding_pattern\" >4. What changes have been made to the funding pattern?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#5_What_are_the_main_objectives_of_VB%E2%80%91G_RaM_G\" >5. What are the main objectives of VB\u2011G RaM G?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#6_Who_will_benefit_from_this_scheme\" >6. Who will benefit from this scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#7_What_are_the_political_implications_of_renaming_the_scheme\" >7. What are the political implications of renaming the scheme?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/vb-g-ram-g-scheme-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VB-G_RaM_G_scheme_2025_India_increases_rural_job_guarantee_from_100_to_125_days_with_the_renaming_of_MGNREGA_Learn_key_features_objectives_and_exam-relevant_insights\"><\/span><strong>VB-G RaM G scheme 2025<\/strong>: India increases rural job guarantee from 100 to 125 days with the renaming of MGNREGA. Learn key features, objectives, and exam-relevant insights.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Renames_MGNREGA_and_Expands_Job_Guarantee_from_100_to_125_Days\"><\/span><strong>Government Renames MGNREGA and Expands Job Guarantee from 100 to 125 Days<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_What_Changed_in_Indias_Largest_Rural_Job_Scheme\"><\/span><strong>Introduction: What Changed in India\u2019s Largest Rural Job Scheme?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Government of India has moved to overhaul the flagship rural employment law, the <strong>Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)<\/strong>, by introducing significant changes. Recently, the <strong>Union Cabinet approved the renaming of MGNREGA<\/strong> and proposed increasing the guaranteed number of working days in a financial year from <strong>100 to 125 days<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Called the <strong>Viksit Bharat \u2013 Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 (VB-G RaM G)<\/strong>, the new legislation not only increases job days but also alters the funding pattern between the Centre and the states. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These changes mark a major shift in how rural employment is structured and delivered across India. The move has sparked political debate, with some praising the extension of job opportunities and others criticizing the name change and policy redesign. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Details_of_the_Rename_and_Job_Guarantee_Increase\"><\/span><strong>Details of the Rename and Job Guarantee Increase<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The proposed VB-G RaM G Bill aims to <strong>replace the 2005 MGNREGA law<\/strong>. Its key objective is to reorient rural employment toward a wider mission for rural livelihood and infrastructure while guaranteeing <strong>125 days of wage employment per household per year<\/strong> for those willing to perform unskilled manual work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the new arrangement:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>name Mahatma Gandhi<\/strong> is removed, and the scheme is rebranded around the concept of <em>Rozgar and Ajeevika (livelihood)<\/em>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>budget sharing formula between Centre and states changes<\/strong>, increasing the financial role of states from the current norms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Officials state that these changes are aligned with the government\u2019s broader development vision and aim to make the job guarantee more productive and sustainable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_the_New_Scheme_Aims_to_Achieve\"><\/span><strong>What the New Scheme Aims to Achieve<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The revamped legislation focuses on merging employment goals with infrastructure and rural development. Unlike the previous scheme, which centered principally on providing income support through job days, VB-G RaM G places added emphasis on building <strong>durable rural infrastructure<\/strong>, such as water security and climate-resilient works. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Weekly wage payments, a pause during peak farming seasons, and stronger digital governance are some of the notable operational features in the new scheme\u2019s design, giving it a more structured approach compared to the earlier demand-driven model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Political_and_Public_Reactions\"><\/span><strong>Political and Public Reactions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The renaming and redesign of India\u2019s longest-running rural job scheme has attracted mixed reactions. While the government defends the reform as essential modernization, <strong>opposition parties have criticized the removal of Mahatma Gandhi\u2019s name<\/strong>, seeing it as an attempt to alter the legacy of a Congress-initiated program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Public discourse also reflects views that the shift might change how rural workers access guaranteed jobs and social protection, highlighting debates around rights versus scheme-based entitlements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_A_Landmark_Policy_Shift_in_Rural_Employment\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion: A Landmark Policy Shift in Rural Employment<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By renaming the scheme and increasing guaranteed workdays from 100 to 125, the Government has signaled a <strong>major policy shift in rural employment planning<\/strong>. This change not only affects millions of rural households who depend on such job guarantees but also represents a broader evolution of India\u2019s social security architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"VB-G-RaM-G-scheme-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"VB-G RaM G scheme 2025\" title=\"VB-G RaM G scheme 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">VB-G RaM G scheme 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Government_Exam_Preparation\"><\/span><strong>Why This News Is Important for Government Exam Preparation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_to_Syllabus_and_Current_Affairs\"><\/span><strong>Relevance to Syllabus and Current Affairs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This development is highly significant for students preparing for competitive exams such as SSC, Bank, Railways, Defence, State and Central Civil Services (UPSC\/PSC), and teaching eligibility tests. It intersects key topics such as <strong>government schemes, economic policy reforms, rural development strategies, and public administration reforms<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding this news helps aspirants grasp how the Indian government rethinks welfare and employment policies to adapt to changing socio-economic conditions \u2014 a core subject in <strong>General Studies and Current Affairs sections<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the policy\u2019s implications on federal finances, rural employment trends, and political discourse provide crucial insight into India\u2019s fiscal federalism and governance mechanisms. Remembering the new scheme\u2019s name, objectives, and differences from the original MGNREGA can be useful for <strong>descriptive answers, interview discussions, and essay writing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Background_of_MGNREGA\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context: Background of MGNREGA<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act was enacted in 2005 as a social security measure guaranteeing <strong>a minimum of 100 days of unskilled manual work annually<\/strong> to rural households. The law addressed <strong>rural poverty and unemployment<\/strong> by legally ensuring employment and wages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For two decades, MGNREGA has been India\u2019s largest rural job scheme, credited with improving rural income security, empowering marginalized groups (especially women), and fostering community assets like irrigation tanks and rural roads. Over time, it became a <strong>cornerstone of India\u2019s welfare policy<\/strong> under the United Progressive Alliance (UPA). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recent cabinet decision to replace this long-standing law with a new framework therefore marks a <strong>major policy shift<\/strong> in the country\u2019s rural employment landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CGovernment_Renames_MGNREGA_and_Hikes_Job_Guarantee_Days%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from \u201cGovernment Renames MGNREGA and Hikes Job Guarantee Days\u201d<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S.No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1.<\/td><td>The Union Cabinet has approved renaming MGNREGA under a new Bill called <strong>Viksit Bharat \u2013 Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin), or VB-G RaM G<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.<\/td><td>Guaranteed job days have been increased from <strong>100 days to 125 days per rural household<\/strong> annually. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3.<\/td><td>The funding pattern between the Centre and states is being revised, increasing the states\u2019 share of financial responsibility.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4.<\/td><td>The new scheme links rural employment with creating <strong>durable infrastructure and developmental projects<\/strong>. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5.<\/td><td>The move has sparked political controversy, especially around <strong>removal of Mahatma Gandhi\u2019s name<\/strong> from the scheme\u2019s title.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">VB-G RaM G scheme 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_VB%E2%80%91G_RaM_G\"><\/span><strong>1. What is VB\u2011G RaM G?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>VB\u2011G RaM G stands for <strong>Viksit Bharat \u2013 Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin)<\/strong>. It is the renamed and revised version of MGNREGA, aimed at increasing rural job guarantee days and linking employment with infrastructure development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_many_days_of_guaranteed_employment_does_VB%E2%80%91G_RaM_G_provide\"><\/span><strong>2. How many days of guaranteed employment does VB\u2011G RaM G provide?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The scheme guarantees <strong>125 days of wage employment<\/strong> per rural household annually, up from 100 days under the original MGNREGA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Why_was_MGNREGA_renamed\"><\/span><strong>3. Why was MGNREGA renamed?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The government decided to rename the scheme to align it with broader rural livelihood and development objectives, emphasizing <em>Rozgar (employment)<\/em> and <em>Ajeevika (livelihood)<\/em> rather than just welfare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_changes_have_been_made_to_the_funding_pattern\"><\/span><strong>4. What changes have been made to the funding pattern?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The new scheme revises the funding arrangement, increasing the <strong>states\u2019 financial share<\/strong>, unlike MGNREGA, where the central government bore the majority of expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_are_the_main_objectives_of_VB%E2%80%91G_RaM_G\"><\/span><strong>5. What are the main objectives of VB\u2011G RaM G?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Increase rural employment days from 100 to 125.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure better rural income security.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promote <strong>infrastructure development<\/strong> such as water conservation and climate-resilient works.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Introduce a structured and efficient digital governance system for rural employment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Who_will_benefit_from_this_scheme\"><\/span><strong>6. Who will benefit from this scheme?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The scheme primarily benefits <strong>rural households willing to perform unskilled manual labor<\/strong>, particularly marginalized and vulnerable communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_are_the_political_implications_of_renaming_the_scheme\"><\/span><strong>7. 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