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MGNREGA renamed with increased work days and revised wages

MGNREGA renamed after Cabinet clears major rural scheme update

The Central government has approved a major change to its flagship rural employment programme, with MGNREGA renamed as Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana. The decision was cleared by the Union Cabinet on December 12. This move marks a significant shift in the identity of one of India’s longest running welfare schemes. The programme has played a key role in providing employment support to rural households across the country.

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Along with the renaming of MGNREGA , the government has also revised important provisions linked to the scheme. Rural households will now be eligible for 125 days of guaranteed employm

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