Ministry : Ministry of Rural Development (Department of Rural Development)
Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)
Subject : Extra Ordinary
Overview [Extraordinary Gazette Notification: VB-GRAM Act]
This is an extraordinary edition of the Government Gazette of India announcing the commencement date for the Viksit Bharat—Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025.
Key Points
- S.O. 2382 (E): Notification issued under Section 1(2) of the VB-GRAM Act, 2025.
- Commencement Date: The provisions of the Act will come into force on 1st July, 2026.
- Scope: The Act and its provisions will apply to all States and Union Territories of India.
- Authority: Published by the Ministry of Rural Development, Department of Rural Development.
- Authentication: Digitally signed by Kumer Chand Meena, Joint Secretary.
Summary
This gazette notification officially declares that the Viksit Bharat—Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, will become effective on July 1, 2026, across all states and union territories. This marks a significant step in implementing the government's rural employment and livelihood framework, providing a legal guarantee for wage employment in rural areas, which is crucial for rural development and poverty alleviation strategies.
