The Bharatiya Janata Party's Karnataka unit is gearing up for a major public outreach initiative. The party has announced a statewide campaign aimed at spreading awareness about a recently enacted central law, the Viksit Bharat—Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, commonly referred to as the VB-G RAM G Act.
What is the VB-G RAM G Act?
This new legislation marks a significant shift in India's rural employment policy framework. Passed by the Parliament recently, the VB-G RAM G Act effectively replaces the previous United Progressive Alliance (UPA)-era flagship program, the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). The move represents a policy overhaul, with the new act designed to align with the current central government's vision for a developed India, or 'Viksit Bharat'.
Karnataka BJP's Awareness Drive
The state BJP leadership has decided to take the details of this new act directly to the people. The planned campaign will be conducted across all districts of Karnataka. Its primary objective is to educate the rural populace and stakeholders about the provisions, guarantees, and operational mechanisms of the VB-G RAM G Act. The party aims to ensure that the benefits and the intent of the new law are clearly understood at the grassroots level, differentiating it from the older MGNREGA scheme.
Political and Policy Implications
The launch of this campaign underscores the political importance attached to the new legislation. By proactively disseminating information, the BJP seeks to build public support and credit for the policy change. The replacement of MGNREGA with the VB-G RAM G Act is a major political statement, and the Karnataka unit's campaign is a strategic move to control the narrative around rural employment guarantees in the state. The success of this awareness drive could play a crucial role in shaping public perception of the central government's development agenda for rural India.
The announcement was made public on January 6, 2026. As the campaign rolls out, it will be closely watched to gauge its reach and impact on public understanding of this pivotal policy shift in India's social security landscape.
