New Delhi, Jan. 13 -- Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Tuesday said the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G scheme will significantly strengthen the state's rural economy by reinforcing the employment guarantee framework while creating durable assets in villages.

Addressing concerns raised by the Opposition, Sawant said the scheme does not replace or dilute MNREGA, but instead seeks to improve its planning, delivery and accountability.

"The Viksit Bharat-G RAM G scheme will renew and strengthen the employment guarantee framework, create permanent assets in areas such as water security and core rural infrastructure, and expand opportunities for women and farmers," the Chief Minister said.

The Viksit Bharat-G RAM G (Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevik...