Gujarat’s rural heartland is set for transformation as Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel unveils the extended ‘Mission Gram’ campaign, significantly scaling up the flagship rural employment program. This strategic expansion promises to inject vitality into village economies, creating jobs and fostering development.
Speaking at the launch ceremony, CM Patel detailed how the scheme will now reach remote talukas, offering enhanced wages and diverse work projects. From building check dams to afforestation and village roads, the initiative targets comprehensive rural upliftment.
The timing couldn’t be better, with the state government allocating extra funds to generate over 1 crore man-days of employment this fiscal year. Patel underscored the scheme’s evolution from a mere job provider to a catalyst for sustainable agriculture and infrastructure.
Beneficiaries, primarily from SC/ST and landless families, stand to gain the most. Success stories from pilot areas show reduced poverty and improved living standards. Analysts predict this could lower urban migration by 20% in targeted regions.
As part of broader Viksit Gujarat vision, Mission Gram aligns with national priorities like MNREGA enhancements. The CM called for active panchayat participation to ensure transparency and efficiency, marking a new chapter in Gujarat’s rural renaissance.