MGNREGA Assam: A Success Story
The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) is a landmark legislation in India that guarantees 100 days of employment to every rural household in the country. Assam is one of the states that has been very successful in implementing MGNREGA.
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As of June 24, 2023, Assam has:
- Issued a total of 70.64 lakh job cards.
- Registered a total of 121.02 lakh workers.
- Generated a total of 211.3 lakh person-days of employment.
- Provided employment to a total of 10.47 lakh households.
- Worked on a total of 10.26 lakh works.
- Released a total of Rs. 57399.67 lakhs from the central government.
MGNREGA has been a boon for the rural poor in Assam. It has provided them with much-needed employment and income, and has helped to improve their standard of living. The scheme has also helped to create assets in the rural areas, such as roads, bridges, and water conservation structures.
The government of Assam is committed to furthering the success of MGNREGA in the state. It is working to increase the number of job cards issued, the number of person-days of employment generated, and the number of works taken up. The government is also working to improve the quality of works under MGNREGA, and to ensure that the benefits of the scheme reach the poorest of the poor.
Here are some of the benefits of MGNREGA in Assam:
- It has provided employment to millions of rural people, especially women and the marginalized.
- It has helped to improve the standard of living of the rural poor.
- It has created assets in the rural areas, such as roads, bridges, and water conservation structures.
- It has helped to reduce poverty and hunger in the state.
- It has promoted gender equality and social inclusion.
MGNREGA is a shining example of how government programs can be used to improve the lives of the poor. It is a model that other states can learn from and replicate.
Here are the steps on how to apply for the MNREGA scheme:
- Go to your local Gram Panchayat office.
- Ask for the MNREGA job card application form.
- Fill out the application form with your personal details.
- Attach a copy of your Aadhaar card, voter ID, or ration card.
- Submit the application form to the Gram Panchayat office.
Once you have submitted your application form, you will be issued a job card. The job card will allow you to apply for work under the MNREGA scheme.
You can also apply for work under the MNREGA scheme online. The online application process is available on the MNREGA website.
Here are the steps on how to apply for the MNREGA scheme online:
- Go to the MNREGA website.
- Click on the “Apply for Work” link.
- Create an account.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Attach a copy of your Aadhaar card, voter ID, or ration card.
- Submit the online application form.
Once you have submitted your online application form, you will be issued a job card. The job card will allow you to apply for work under the MNREGA scheme.
Here are some of the documents that you will need to apply for the MNREGA scheme:
- Aadhaar card
- Voter ID
- Ration card
- Proof of address
- Bank account details
If you do not have any of these documents, you can still apply for the MNREGA scheme. You will need to provide alternative documents, such as a birth certificate, school leaving certificate, or employment certificate.
Conclusion
MGNREGA has been a major success in Assam. It has provided employment to millions of rural people, improved their standard of living, and created assets in the rural areas. The government of Assam is committed to furthering the success of MGNREGA in the state, and other states can learn from Assam’s experience.
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If you are interested in learning more about MGNREGA in Assam, you can visit the following websites:
- MGNREGA Assam: https://mnregaweb2.nic.in/netnrega/homestciti.aspx?state_code=04&state_name=ASSAM
- Department of Rural Development, Assam: https://rural.assam.gov.in/
You can also contact the following phone numbers:
- MGNREGA Helpline: 1800-180-6127
- Department of Rural Development, Assam: 0361-2229222
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