Addressing farmers and residents in Nagaur, Chouhan said the enhanced employment guarantee reflects the government’s commitment to deepening economic security in rural India. He revealed that more than ₹1.51 lakh crore has been earmarked for the scheme in the current financial year, marking one of the largest allocations aimed at rural employment and infrastructure development.
The minister emphasized that the revised framework goes beyond wage employment and places village institutions at the center of planning. Under the new approach, Gram Panchayats will be empowered to design comprehensive development plans tailored to local needs, ensuring that projects reflect ground realities and regional priorities.
According to Chouhan, decentralised planning will enable villages to focus on sustainable assets, improve basic infrastructure, and generate employment opportunities that directly benefit rural households. He stated that this shift would help strengthen the rural economy, create long-term livelihood options, and move villages closer to self-reliance.
The announcement comes amid ongoing efforts by the central government to position rural development as a key pillar of economic growth. By increasing guaranteed workdays and allocating substantial financial resources, the scheme is expected to provide greater income stability for rural families while accelerating grassroots development across the country.
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