Ministry of Rural Development

Ministry of Rural Development plays a pivotal role in the overall development strategy of the country. The vision and mission of the Ministry is sustainable and inclusive growth of rural India through a multipronged strategy for eradication of poverty by increasing livelihood opportunities, providing social safety net and developing infrastructure for growth. This is expected to improve the quality of life in rural India and correct developmental imbalances, aiming in the process to reach the most disadvantaged sections of society.