Capped MGNREGS spending at 60% of the annual outlay

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The Centre, for the first time, capped MGNREGS spending at 60% of the annual outlay for FY26’s first half, bringing it under a monthly/quarterly expenditure plan to curb unplanned fiscal pressure.

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  • The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) is a significant social security scheme aimed at improving livelihood security for rural households.
  • Eligibility: Any Indian citizen over the age of 18, residing in a rural area, and willing to perform unskilled manual labor can apply.
  • Guarantee: The scheme guarantees at least 100 days of wage employment per household in a financial year.
  • Coverage: The scheme is applicable across the country, except for areas with 100% urban districts.
  • Implementation: The Gram Sabha and Gram Panchayat play a critical role in approving and prioritizing works to be carried out under the scheme.
MGNREGS

https://indianexpress.com/article/india/centre-caps-mgnregs-spend-first-six-months-fy-2025-26-10058179

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