Bihar's state share in VB-G RAM-G scheme now 40%

The government responded by outlining the scheme's features, the specific financial allocation for Bihar, and the funding ratio structure.

Asked and answered by: Asked by: Shri Giridhari Yadav (MP); Answered by: Ministry of Rural Development (Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan).

What the government said

• VB-G RAM-G guarantees at least 125 days of wage employment per rural household, compared to 100 days under the previous NREGS.
• An interim Central allocation of ₹6,716 crore has been made to Bihar for FY 2026–27.
• The total programme outlay for Bihar is expected to be ₹11,193 crore for the 9-month period of FY 2026-27 (01.07.2026 to 31.03.2027), including the State share.
• Mother Sanctions of ₹1,663.56 crore have been issued to Bihar as the first installment.
• The funding ratio is 60:40 (Central:State) for General States and 90:10 for North-Eastern, Himalayan States, and specified Union Territories.
• The Act allows for operational relaxations and temporary enhancements in cases of natural disasters or pandemics upon State recommendation.

Also in the document

• The answer does not explicitly state whether the current State share is higher than the 'earlier level of ten percent' mentioned in the question, but it confirms the current ratio is 40% for General States.
• The answer does not directly address whether a specific 'special exemption' or unique ratio is proposed for Bihar, stating instead that the funding pattern is consistent with the framework for Centrally Sponsored Schemes and that the Central Government is committed to providing support as per the Act.