The Union Cabinet on 28 October 2026 approved the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana, a Centrally Sponsored Scheme to transform rural local governance. With a total outlay of ₹7,395.55 crore, the initiative aims to empower over 2.55 lakh Panchayats and traditional local bodies across all States and Union Territories. The scheme focuses on digital integration, capacity building for 32 lakh stakeholders, and holistic planning through a common digital platform. It will be implemented from 2026-27 to 2030-31, with State and UT administrations submitting Annual Action Plans for approval.
Key points
- Total budget: ₹7,395.55 crore (Central share: ₹4,869.48 crore; State share: ₹2,526.07 crore)
- Period: 2026-27 to 2030-31
- Targets: Over 2.55 lakh gram development and online audit plans annually
- Beneficiaries: Around 32 lakh elected representatives and Panchayat functionaries
- Reach: Awareness campaigns targeting at least 1 crore citizens per episode
When it applies
- Implementation period of the scheme
- Implementation period of the scheme
- Union Cabinet approval of the scheme
Who it affects
- elected representatives, Panchayat functionaries and other stakeholders