Category : Government Schemes


HP Eases BPL Criteria, Links to MGNREGA Work Days

Himachal Pradesh's rural development department has amended BPL guidelines, allowing families with adult members completing 50+ MGNREGA days to qualify. The revised criteria apply to ongoing selection phases.

Gadkari Inaugurates Maharashtra's First EKAL Hub in Nagpur

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated Maharashtra's inaugural EKAL hub in Nagpur, a multi-purpose facility offering affordable entertainment and digital learning. The project aims to establish 350 such centers across rural Maharashtra to drive socio-ec

Kumaraswamy Unveils Sports Complex and ARAI Plant in Mandya

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy announced a Rs 14 crore Khelo India sports complex in Mandya to boost rural athletics, with a foundation stone on March 14. He also revealed plans for a Rs 1,000 crore ARAI automotive research facility to enhance local employ

Delhi Colonies Rebuilt Without Taxpayer Money

The Centre is rebuilding seven colonies in Delhi using a self-sustaining model that avoids taxpayer funds, focusing on modern infrastructure and sustainability for completion by 2026.

Gorakhpur Cow Protection Drive Expands with Shelters and Schemes

Uttar Pradesh's cow protection initiative gains momentum in Gorakhpur with 34 operational shelters housing 4,500 cattle. A new Rs 28.94 crore facility will accommodate 2,000 more, while welfare schemes support needy families with financial aid and cattle

Maharashtra Cities in Central Growth Hub Plan

Nashik and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar have been included in the Centre's proposed economic growth hubs, marking a significant push toward decentralised development in Maharashtra. The initiative aims to boost infrastructure, investment, and employment.

G RAM G vs NREGA: Can India's New Rural Jobs Scheme Succeed?

India's G RAM G scheme promises 125 days of rural employment but shifts to a 60:40 cost-sharing model, raising concerns about its guarantee. Critics warn it may undermine the demand-driven approach that made NREGA a lifeline for the poor.

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