Bihar Cabinet Approves VB-GRAM-G and PMFBY Schemes for Rural Development
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Schemes Approved | Bihar Cabinet approved VB-GRAM-G (rural employment & infrastructure) and Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) (crop insurance). |
| VB-GRAM-G | - Guarantees 125 days of wage employment per year for rural households.- Focuses on rural infrastructure, governance, and livelihood opportunities. |
| PMFBY Implementation | - Will be implemented from Rabi 2026-27 season.- Replaces Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme (2018).- Administered by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (launched in 2016). |
| Coverage | Applicable in all rural areas of Bihar, aligning with Viksit Bharat@2047 vision. |

