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Telangana received a Rs 1 increase in the revised wage rate under VB-GRAMG, which came into effect on July 1, 2026.

Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh saw Rs 5 hikes each, while Dadra and Nagar Haveli recorded no increase from the previous MGNREGA wage rate.

Sikkim and Nagaland received among the highest increases, with wage rates rising by Rs 61 and Rs 59 respectively.

Workers' groups and researchers say the revised wages remain below minimum wage levels in many states and do not address long-standing concerns over rural employment guarantees.

Telangana has received a Rs 1 increase in the revised wage rate under the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) [VB-G RAM G], whic...