Agartala: In a game-changing announcement for rural employment and economic stability of the State, Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha revealed that the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, has sanctioned 3.5 crore person-days under the Mahatma Gandhi NREGA for the Financial Year 2025-26.
This significant allocation for NREGA in Tripura marks a notable increase from the previous year’s 3.0 crore labour budget, offering a lifeline to Tripura’s rural communities, especially after the devastating floods of last year. Discover how this NREGA boost is set to transform rural Tripura in 2025-26!
In a major boost to rural employment and economic stability, the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, has allocated 3.5 crore person-days under the MGNREGS (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme) in Tripura for the Financial Year 2025-26, said Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha.
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Taking to social media, Dr Saha expressed his gratitude and said, ” Thrilled to share that the Ministry of Rural Development, GoI has allocated 3.5 crore person-days under MGNREGS in Tripura for FY 2025-26! This is a significant boost from the previous year’s 3.0 Crore labour budget, especially considering the devastating floods that hit us last year.”
Dr Saha said this allocation will pump around Rs 1500 crore into Tripura’s rural economy, providing vital support to those who need it most.
Acknowledging the support from the Centre, the Tripura Chief Minister extended his heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister of Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan for their unwavering commitment to Tripura’s growth and prosperity.
This move underscores the Government of India’s commitment to supporting rural development and economic resilience in Tripura.
