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The Indian Ministry of Rural Development, led by Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, announced an increase in the administrative expenditure for Rozgar Sahayaks from 6% to 9% in the country's budget. This decision aims to resolve issues related to delayed salary payments for employment assistants and other technical
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Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan attended the Chaudhary Charan Singh Kisan Samman Ceremony in New Delhi, celebrating farmer welfare and rural development initiatives. He highlighted the new 'Viksit Bharat — G Ram G' law, which extends employment guarantees and incorporates infrastructure projects in villages. The government also
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Union Minister for Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chauhan, presented the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) or VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha. This bill seeks to ensure 125 days of guaranteed wage employment annually for rural families, as a step towards
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At the IFAD–India Day event in Rome, the Government of India highlighted its achievements in rural development, women's empowerment, and climate-resilient agriculture, emphasizing its successful partnership with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). India's leadership in scalable, community-led transformation was commended by IFAD President
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The Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communications, has significantly improved postal services in rural India by implementing various digital and project-based initiatives. Key efforts include the launching of the Digital Rural Enterprise Application for Mobiles (DREAM) across all Branch Post Offices to streamline mail and parcel services. Critical
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The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is spearheading rural development in India by enhancing the capacity and infrastructure of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) through the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA). Efforts focus on capacity building, training, and economic projects, with significant investment from the government's XV Finance Commission funds.
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The Saras Food Festival 2025, held in Delhi's Sunder Nursery, was more than a celebration of regional Indian cuisine. It served as a flagship event showcasing the economic empowerment and entrepreneurship of rural women, often referred to as "Lakhpati Didis." Led by entrepreneurs like Mrs. Vandana
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The "Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar" (MGMD) programme has identified 638,365 villages across India for cultural mapping, with data for 623,449 villages uploaded to date. The initiative aims to strengthen rural identity by documenting cultural elements such as oral traditions, customs, and art forms. Through community involvement
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, embarks on a two-day visit to Punjab, aiming to fortify rural development. During his visit, Chouhan will engage with farmers, MGNREGA beneficiaries, and rural stakeholders, focusing on enhancing agricultural profitability and grassroots empowerment. Key interactions include discussions on environmental conservation,
Nayi Chetna
Union Ministers Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Annapurna Devi launched the 'Nayi Chetna 4.0' campaign aimed at promoting gender equality and women's empowerment. The initiative, supported by a joint advisory from 11 ministries, focuses on women's safety, dignity, and economic participation. The campaign
Nayi Chetna 4.0
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched Nayi Chetna 4.0, a campaign aimed at promoting gender equality and women's empowerment across rural India. The initiative, supported by multiple ministries, seeks to eliminate gender-based violence and enhance women's economic opportunities. The campaign will run until December
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The Ministry of Rural Development reports that 99.67% of active MGNREGA workers are now Aadhaar-seeded, facilitating the use of e-KYC for job card verification and renewal. This initiative aims to improve transparency, efficiency, and service delivery under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, which covers 2.69