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Jharkhand to Reactivate 9,519 Dry Borewells under VB-G RAM-G Scheme, Creating Rural Jobs
✍️ Indian Masterminds
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 04:32 AM
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The Jharkhand government will revive 9,519 non-functioning borewells under the VB-G RAM-G scheme, aiming to generate employment in rural areas.
The state government of Jharkhand announced that 9,519 dry borewells will be brought back into operation under the VB-G RAM-G scheme. The initiative targets wells that have become non-functional due to lack of water or maintenance, and seeks to restore their irrigation capacity.
By reviving these borewells, the administration expects to boost agricultural productivity and create seasonal and permanent jobs for rural households. The scheme is part of a broader effort to improve water security and reduce farmer distress in the state.
Officials indicated that the project will be executed through existing rural development agencies, with funds allocated from the state budget and central assistance. Beneficiaries will include small and marginal farmers who rely on borewell irrigation for their crops.
The revival effort is also projected to have a multiplier effect, as increased water availability can stimulate ancillary activities such as seed supply, fertilizer distribution, and market access.
The government will monitor progress through periodic audits and will publish updates on the number of borewells restored and jobs created.
By reviving these borewells, the administration expects to boost agricultural productivity and create seasonal and permanent jobs for rural households. The scheme is part of a broader effort to improve water security and reduce farmer distress in the state.
Officials indicated that the project will be executed through existing rural development agencies, with funds allocated from the state budget and central assistance. Beneficiaries will include small and marginal farmers who rely on borewell irrigation for their crops.
The revival effort is also projected to have a multiplier effect, as increased water availability can stimulate ancillary activities such as seed supply, fertilizer distribution, and market access.
The government will monitor progress through periodic audits and will publish updates on the number of borewells restored and jobs created.