Current Affairs - National - Discussion

The Union Cabinet has approved a significant reform of India’s flagship rural employment programme by renaming MGNREGS as Poojya Bapu Grameen Rozgar Yojana. Along with the renaming, the scheme has been strengthened by increasing the guaranteed wage employment from 100 days to 125 days per household each year. This move aims to enhance rural livelihood security and provide greater employment opportunities in rural areas. Despite the changes, the scheme continues to be implemented and overseen by the Ministry of Rural Development, ensuring continuity in administration and objectives.