MGNREGS Wage Rates Revised: Hikes Range Between 4-10%

The Union rural development ministry announced the revision of wages under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme on March 27, following clearance from the Election Commission amidst the ongoing Lok Sabha polls and the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) in force.

Key Points

1. Varied Hikes Across States

• Haryana boasts the highest wage rate for unskilled workers at Rs 374 per day.
• Conversely, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland have the lowest wage rates at Rs 234.
• Sikkim’s three panchayats, namely Gnathang, Lachung, and Lachen, witness revised wage rates.

2. Notification and Implementation

• The Union rural development ministry issued the notification for the wage revision.
• The Election Commission provided clearance for the revision amidst the ongoing election period.
• The wage increases range from 4 to 10 percent across different states.

3. Impact of Model Code of Conduct

• The revision process was conducted under the restrictions of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), which is currently in effect due to the Lok Sabha polls.

4. Timely Adjustment

• The revision ensures timely adjustments to wage rates, catering to the economic conditions and requirements of workers under the MGNREGS.