Vibrant Villages Programme

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About

It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
Launched: 15^th February 2023.
Financial Outlay: The government has approved a total financial outlay of Rs. 4800 Crore for the successful implementation of the Vibrant Villages Programme.
Objective of the Programme:
- The primary objective of the VVP is to encourage people to stay in these remote villages by providing sustainable livelihoods and improving living conditions.
- The programme will support various interventions in the selected villages, including:
- Tourism & Cultural Heritage Promotion: Focusing on creating tourism opportunities by leveraging the rich cultural heritage of these regions.
- Skill Development & Entrepreneurship: Helping villagers gain new skills and fostering entrepreneurship for self-sustenance.
- Agriculture and Horticulture Development: Supporting agricultural activities, including cultivation of medicinal plants and herbs.
- Cooperative Societies Development: Promoting cooperative societies to help farmers and entrepreneurs thrive.
- Improved Connectivity: Providing road connectivity to previously unconnected villages, as well as enhancing telecom and television services.
- Energy Supply: Focusing on renewable energy initiatives to ensure sustainable power for these areas.
- Infrastructure Development: Upgrading the physical infrastructure to improve living standards.