Panchayati Raj
MNREGA Renamed to Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana: Cabinet Reviews Proposal for India's Rural Employment Program
Dec 12, 2025 07:55 pm CST
India's flagship rural employment scheme MNREGA is set to be renamed as Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana with enhanced benefits. The proposal before the Cabinet aims to increase employment guarantees from 100 to 125 days annually with an allocation exceeding Rs 1.5 lakh crore, benefiting 154 million rural workers nationwide.
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.
Tejashwi Yadav Promises Double Allowances for Bihar's Panchayati Raj Representatives If INDIA Bloc Wins
Oct 26, 2025 01:37 pm CST
Tejashwi Yadav, the Opposition's Chief Ministerial candidate in Bihar, has announced that if elected, the INDIA bloc will double allowances for Panchayati Raj representatives, provide pension benefits, and offer Rs 50 lakh insurance coverage. With elections scheduled for November 6 and 11, Yadav confidently stated they need just "20 months" to make Bihar the top state in India.