Cabinet Approves Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II) for Border Development
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II) |
| Approval | Approved by the Union Cabinet, chaired by PM Narendra Modi |
| Scheme Type | Central Sector Scheme |
| Implementation Period | FY 2024-25 to 2028-29 |
| Total Outlay | Rs. 6,839 crore |
| Objective | Comprehensive development of villages in blocks adjoining International Land Borders (ILBs), excluding the Northern border (covered under VVP-I) |
| States/UTs Covered | Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Gujarat, Jammu & Kashmir (UT), Ladakh (UT), Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tripura, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal |
| Key Focus Areas | Infrastructure development, value chain development, education infrastructure, tourism circuits, sustainable livelihood opportunities, border-specific outreach activities |
| Implementation | Village Action Plans, Road Connectivity via PMGSY-IV, High-Powered Committee chaired by Cabinet Secretary |
| Saturation Focus | Ensure all individuals and households receive full benefits of existing welfare schemes; cover all villages with all-weather road connectivity, telecom connectivity, TV connectivity, electrification |
| Use of Technology | Supported by digital tools like PM Gati Shakti platform for integrated planning and tracking |