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New rural job scheme VB-G RAM-G pays 10% more than MGNREGA

The government has boosted rural employment wages by over 10% with the new Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission-Gramin, replacing MGNREGA from July 1. Daily wages now start at 300, with an average of 327.4, and the annual employment guarantee is extended to 125 days. States with historically lower rates will see significant increases, though some critics deem the hike insufficient.

2 Jul 2026 1:34 am