Kumar Bahukhandi
Participants, including public representatives, Self-Help Group members, Panchayat representatives and officials, attend the launch of the ‘Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural) – Gram Yojana’ at the District Panchayat Conference Hall in Sukma-Photo Credit-CG/PR
- 125 Days of Employment at ₹300 Per Day to Strengthen Rural Livelihoods
Raipur: In a significant step towards strengthening rural employment and improving livelihoods, the Chhattisgarh Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, has launched the ‘Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural) – Gram Yojana’ in Sukma district on Thursday July 2, 2026 . The initiative aims to provide enhanced employment opportunities, promote self-reliance and improve the economic well-being of rural households.
The launch programme, organised by the Panchayat and Rural Development Department at the District Panchayat Conference Hall in Sukma, witnessed enthusiastic participation from elected representatives, members of women Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Panchayat representatives and government officials.
125 Days of Employment with Enhanced Wages
Addressing the gathering, Mukund Thakur, Chief Executive Officer of the District Panchayat, said that under the new scheme, eligible rural families will receive 125 days of guaranteed employment with a daily wage of ₹300. The programme was organised under the guidance of Sukma Collector Amit Kumar.
Public representatives and officials display information booklets after the launch of the ‘Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural) – Gram Yojana’, which guarantees 125 days of employment at ₹300 per day for eligible rural families in Sukma-Photo Credit CG/PR
The scheme is designed to increase household incomes, create sustainable employment opportunities and provide financial security to rural families, particularly those in economically vulnerable areas.
Focus on Women, Youth and Sustainable Livelihoods
Beyond wage employment, the mission seeks to strengthen rural livelihoods through skill development, financial inclusion and livelihood-based activities. The government expects the initiative to generate new opportunities for women, young people and rural entrepreneurs by encouraging self-employment and locally driven economic activities.
Officials said the programme would contribute to building self-reliant villages by creating sustainable sources of income while reducing migration in search of employment.
A Major Step Towards Rural Development
The programme was formally inaugurated by District Panchayat Chairperson Mangamma Soyam, who lit the ceremonial lamp to mark the launch of the initiative.
Among those present were District Panchayat Vice-Chairperson Mahesh Kumar Kunjam, District Panchayat Member Korsa Sannu, public representative Dhaniram Barse, along with other elected representatives and officials.
Speakers described the scheme as an important initiative for rural development, economic empowerment and social security, highlighting its potential to improve the quality of life in remote and tribal regions.
Live Telecast of Union Minister’s Address
The event also featured a live broadcast of the address by the Union Minister for Panchayati Raj and Rural Development, who spoke about the vital role of rural India in achieving the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India). The address highlighted employment generation, livelihood enhancement and community participation as key pillars of inclusive national development.
Boost to the Rural Economy
The district administration expressed confidence that effective implementation of the scheme would create new employment opportunities across Sukma, increase household incomes and strengthen the local rural economy.
Officials believe the initiative will play a key role in promoting sustainable development, empowering rural communities and advancing the vision of self-reliant villages while contributing to India’s broader goal of becoming a developed nation.
The launch of the ‘Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural) – Gram Yojana’ marks another important milestone in the Chhattisgarh Government’s efforts to expand livelihood opportunities, improve rural prosperity and ensure inclusive development across the state’s tribal and rural regions.
