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.