rural development
P Chidambaram Calls MGNREGA Renaming "Second Assassination of Gandhi": Analysis of Rural Employment Bill Changes
Dec 17, 2025 10:03 pm CST
Former Union Minister P Chidambaram criticizes the government's decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Act (MGNREGA), calling it an attempt to erase Gandhi's legacy. The new Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural) Bill not only changes the name but also fundamentally alters the program's structure, raising concerns about its impact on rural livelihood security and accessibility for India's poor.
MGNREGA Replacement: States Await Rs 9,700 Crore as Centre Introduces VB-G RAM G Bill
Dec 15, 2025 11:16 pm CST
The Centre has introduced the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Grameen) to replace MGNREGA while states remain owed over Rs 9,700 crore. The new framework promises 125 days of employment annually compared to the current average of just 50 days, with faster wage payments and improved alignment with the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.
India's Successful Campaign Against Left Wing Extremism: Approaching a Maoist-Free 2026
Dec 11, 2025 01:53 am CST
India is on the verge of eliminating Left Wing Extremism, with Maoist-affected districts reduced from 126 in 2014 to just 11 in 2025. Violence has decreased by nearly 90%, surrenders are outpacing arrests, and comprehensive security, development, and rehabilitation strategies are proving effective. The government aims for a Maoist-free India by March 2026.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Conducts Comprehensive Performance Review as Cabinet Reshuffle Speculation Grows
Dec 03, 2025 01:15 am CST
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has initiated a week-long departmental performance review amid growing speculation of a major cabinet reshuffle. With four ministerial positions currently vacant, the evaluation will assess each minister's two-year performance and establish a three-year governance roadmap. While the BJP government highlights improvements in education and rural development, opposition Congress has dismissed the review as a "cosmetic audit" and alleged widespread corruption. Political observers anticipate significant changes in the 31-member cabinet, with potential additions of senior MLAs and removal of underperforming ministers.
Madhya Pradesh CM's Controversial Remarks on Secretaries Spark Political Row with Congress
Nov 12, 2025 11:13 pm CST
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has ignited a political controversy with his remarks about government secretaries during a state-level Sarpanch conference, prompting Congress State President Jitu Patwari to demand a public apology. The incident highlights tensions between government officials and elected representatives as the state prepares for upcoming Panchayat elections.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav's 'Aukaat' Comment Sparks Political Controversy: Congress Demands Apology
Nov 12, 2025 07:53 pm CST
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's controversial "aukaat" remark about government secretaries during a state-level sarpanch conference has ignited a political firestorm. State Congress President Jitu Patwari has demanded an immediate public apology, accusing the CM of insulting government employees while claiming to strengthen the Panchayati Raj system. The controversy emerges as the government promotes rural governance reforms ahead of upcoming panchayat elections.
Sankli Village's Electoral Boycott: 763 Residents Protest Decades of Infrastructure Neglect in Rajasthan
Nov 11, 2025 11:59 pm CST
In a powerful demonstration of civil disobedience, 763 residents of Sankli village boycotted Rajasthan's Anta Assembly bypoll, casting just one vote to protest years of governmental neglect. The village remains isolated during monsoons due to submerged roads, highlighting how basic infrastructure deficiencies continue to undermine democratic participation in rural India.
From Terror to Ballot: How Chormara Village in Bihar Celebrates Its First Peaceful Election After 25 Years of Maoist Control
Nov 10, 2025 08:27 pm CST
After more than 25 years under Maoist control, the small village of Chormara in Bihar's Jamui district is preparing for its first peaceful election. Once terrorized by violence and isolation, residents will now vote in the very school that insurgents had bombed. This democratic transformation represents hope and renewal for a community long denied basic freedoms, with security forces ensuring the safety of this historic electoral process.
Bihar's Forgotten Villages: 77 Years of Waiting for a Bridge Over the "River of Helplessness"
Nov 09, 2025 01:51 pm CST
For 77 years, over 8,000 residents of three Bihar villages have been demanding a bridge over the Mhorhar river. During monsoon season, these communities are completely cut off for four months, preventing access to markets, schools, and hospitals - resulting in preventable deaths and economic hardship. Despite the ongoing Bihar assembly elections, these villagers vow not to vote until this essential infrastructure need is addressed.
PM Modi Announces Major Progress in India's Fight Against Maoist Terror: Districts Affected Reduced from 125 to 3
Nov 02, 2025 01:25 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced significant progress in India's fight against Maoist insurgency, with affected districts reducing from 125 to just 3 over the past 11 years. Speaking at Chhattisgarh's 25th anniversary celebrations, Modi highlighted the transformation of former terror hubs into centers of development, credited recent mass surrenders of Maoists, and inaugurated projects worth Rs 14,260 crore spanning healthcare, infrastructure and housing initiatives that will accelerate the region's growth following decades of violence.