VB GRAM (G) gives unilateral authority to the Centre in taking decisions, feel officials
Telangana government officials are expressing concern over the new VB-GRAM (G) Act, arguing it grants the Central government unilateral decision-making power. The state is particularly worried about the financial burden of the 60:40 funding ratio and the loss of consultative rights regarding permissible works.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing tensions between Indian state governments and the Centre regarding fiscal federalism and the erosion of state-level autonomy in welfare scheme implementation.
The Telangana Government is weighing the pros and cons of the new Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-GRAM (G) Act as officials feel the provisions in the new legislation are likely to give unilateral authority to the Central Government in taking decisions.
The article reports on official concerns and policy disputes without taking a stance, though it focuses on the state's perspective.
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