Rural Development Department

March 27, 2025 4:28 PM

Centre releases over Rs 436 crore to Karnataka and Tripura for rural development

The Union Government has released over Rs. 436 crores as the second installment of the Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV FC) Grants for rural local bodies in Karnataka and Tripura for the financial year 2024–25, as stated by the Ministry on Thursday. This release aims to strengthen local governance and promote rural development in these states. In Tripura, Rs. 31.13 crores have been allocated as Untied Grants to benefit 589 eligible Gram Panchayats, along with all Block Panchayats, District Pa...

Rural development ministry allocated with Rs 1.88 lakh crore in Budget 2025

The Union Budget 2025-26 brings a significant package for rural India, allocating Rs. 1,88,754.53 crore to drive comprehensive development across 6.65 lakh villages, supporting 2.68 lakh Gram Panchayats and Rural Local Bodies as per a press release issued by the Ministry of Rural Development. This budget emphasises boosting employment, women empowerment, education, and infrastructure in rural areas, reflecting the government's vision for a stronger, self-reliant rural economy. Key initiatives i...