Rules for new rural employment scheme to be issued soon, Pg14

Key Highlights:

• The Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) is scheduled to come into effect from July 1.
• Rules for the new rural employment guarantee scheme will be released by the government in the next few days.
• 25 States have already allocated funds for the programme.
• New smart job cards with face-recognition will replace old ones issued under MGNREGA.

Detailed Insights:

• The scheme aims to provide guaranteed employment and livelihood opportunities in rural areas.
• A system for normative allocation of funds among States is being formulated to ensure equitable distribution.
• The new Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Cards will enhance transparency and accountability through face recognition.
• Existing MGNREGA job cards will remain valid until the new cards are issued.

Key Concepts Involved:

• MGNREGA: A flagship rural employment scheme guaranteeing 100 days of wage employment to rural households.
• Normative Allocation: A method of distributing funds based on objective parameters to ensure equity.
• Job Card: A document entitling a household to seek employment under a rural employment scheme.