The Telangana cabinet has formed a sub-committee to study the implications of introducing the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-GRAMG) scheme, replacing the existing Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) from July 1.
The committee, comprising ministers N Uttam Kumar Reddy, Tummala Nageswara Rao, G Vivek Venkataswamy and D Seethakka, will study developments in other states, assess the financial burden on Telangana and recommend the state's future course of action.
The cabinet expressed concern that certain proposed changes could reduce employment opportunities and increase financial obligations on states.
The committee will consult stakeholders and submit its recommendations shortly.
