Update date: 28 October 2026
The Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana (PM VGSY) as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme for 2026–27 to 2030–31. The scheme is intended to strengthen grassroots governance and planning through Gram Panchayats and traditional local bodies across India, including Rajasthan.
PM VGSY: key details
- Implementation period: 2026–27 to 2030–31
- Total outlay: ₹7,395.55 crore, including a Central share of ₹4,869.48 crore and State share of ₹2,526.07 crore
- Coverage: More than 2.55 lakh Panchayats and traditional local bodies across all States and Union Territories
- Direct institutional beneficiaries: Around 32 lakh elected representatives, Panchayat functionaries and other stakeholders
What the scheme is designed to support
According to the Cabinet release, PM VGSY will support holistic Gram Panchayat Development Plans, coordination across departments, capacity building, digital handholding, online audit planning, public disclosure and better use of available funds. It will build on systems including eGramSwaraj and AuditOnline. The release says States and Union Territories will implement the scheme through annual action plans.
For residents: This is a governance and capacity-building scheme for local institutions. The Cabinet release does not announce an individual application process or direct cash benefit for citizens. Further implementation details will depend on government guidelines and State action plans.
Official source: Press Information Bureau: Cabinet approval of PM VGSY
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