In a U-turn, Punjab government notifies VB-G RAM G scheme
The Punjab government has reversed its stance by notifying the central rural employment scheme, VB-G RAM G, despite previous opposition. The move has drawn criticism from the opposition Congress party, which questions the political motivations behind the decision.
Why it matters
This represents a significant political shift in state-center relations and rural policy implementation in India.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, which had been opposing the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VB-G RAM G), has notified the rural employment scheme, which will come into force from July 1 in the State.
The article reports on the policy change and includes the opposition's criticism, maintaining a balanced perspective.
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