October 28, 2026 4:26 PM
Cabinet approves PM Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana with outlay of Rs 7,395 crore
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana (PM VGSY), a Centrally Sponsored Scheme aimed at strengthening grassroots governance and rural development across the country. The scheme will be implemented from 2026–27 to 2030–31, in line with the Sixteenth Finance Commission period, with a total outlay of Rs 7,395.55 crore. This includes a Central share of Rs 4,869.48 crore and a State share of Rs 2,526.07 crore...