Vibrant border villages programme 2.0 approved with total outlay of Rs 6,839 crore

ANI April 4, 2025 164 views

The Indian government has approved the Vibrant Villages Programme-II with a substantial budget of Rs 6,839 crore to develop strategic border villages. The initiative targets comprehensive infrastructure development, livelihood creation, and national integration in 17 states with international land borders. By leveraging technology and community engagement, the programme aims to transform border regions into secure and prosperous zones. The project will focus on creating sustainable opportunities while strengthening national security through local community involvement.

"Creating border villages as 'eyes and ears' of national security" - Government Statement
New Delhi, April 4: The Union Cabinet approved the Vibrant Villages Programme -II, furthering its commitment to the vision of safe, secure, and vibrant land borders.

Key Points

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Comprehensive development of strategic border villages across 17 states

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Infrastructure and livelihood enhancement in border regions

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Technology-driven implementation till 2028-29

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Promoting local culture and national integration

The programme would help in the comprehensive development of the villages located in the blocks abutting international land borders (ILBs), other than the northern border already covered under VVP-I.

With a total outlay of Rs 6,839 crore, the programme shall be implemented in select strategic villages in the States/UTs of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Gujarat, J&K (UT), Ladakh (UT), Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tripura, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal till the 2028-29.

The objective of the programme is to create better living conditions and adequate livelihood opportunities to ensure prosperous and safe borders, control trans-border crime and assimilate the border population with the nation and inculcate them 'as eyes and ears of the border guarding forces', crucial for internal security.

The programme shall provide funds for infrastructure development within the village or a cluster of villages, value chain development (through cooperatives, SHGs, etc), border specific outreach activity, education infrastructure like SMART classes, development of tourism circuits and works/projects to create diverse & sustainable livelihood opportunities in the border areas.

The interventions would be border-specific, state and village specific, based on Village Action Plans prepared in a collaborative approach.

The programme emphasizes enhancing vibrancy in these villages by organizing activities including fairs & festivals, awareness camps, celebration of National days, regular visits by Ministers, senior Government officers from Central and State/UT Government & night stays in such villages. This would boost the tourism potential and promote the local culture and heritage of these villages.

Technology would be leveraged and information databases like PM Gati Shakti shall be used for effective implementation of the project.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is such a positive initiative! Border villages often feel neglected. Developing infrastructure and creating livelihood opportunities will make a huge difference. 👏
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Priya M.
I hope they implement this properly with local participation. Too often these programs look good on paper but get delayed or mismanaged on ground. Fingers crossed!
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Arjun S.
The tourism aspect is brilliant! India's border areas have such unique cultures and landscapes that most people never get to see. This could be a game-changer for local economies.
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Sunita R.
While I appreciate the initiative, I'm concerned about the ecological impact. Border areas often have fragile ecosystems. Hope they've done proper environmental assessments.
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Vikram J.
My uncle's village in Uttarakhand is near the border. They've been waiting for better roads and schools for years. This gives me hope! 🙏
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Meena P.
The focus on women's SHGs is excellent! Empowering women in these areas will have a multiplier effect on the whole community's development.
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Karan D.
I wish they'd included more details about the monitoring mechanism. Big budgets need strong accountability to prevent corruption and ensure funds reach the intended beneficiaries.

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Tags:
Vibrant Villages Programme Border Security Infrastructure Development National Security Rural Development State Borders
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