Rural Development budget slightly up; MGNREGS allocation unchanged at Rs 86,000 crore

The Rural Development Ministry in India received a budget allocation of Rs 1.88 lakh crore for 2025-26, marking a 5.75% increase from the previous budget. Key schemes, including MGNREGS, PMAY-G, and DAY-NRLM, received substantial funding. A new 'Rural Prosperity and Resilience' programme aims to address underemployment and boost the rural economy through various initiatives.