Ani, Nirmand blocks excel in MGNREGA projects
Tribune News Service
Mandi, September 4
Ani and Nirmand development blocks in Kullu district are performing well in the implementation of the MGNREGA scheme to enhance livelihood security among the people of the area.
According to Ani MLA Kishori Lal, a maximum number of man-days were generated in Ani and Nirmand development blocks in Kullu district last year. In the current financial year also, Ani and Nirmand blocks are on the top in generating man-days.
He said, “During 2020-21, a maximum of 5.20 lakh man-days were generated in Ani development block and 4.82 lakh man-days in Nirmand block to provide livelihood to the people of the area on their doorsteps”.
“After 2018, various development works in the panchayats of Ani and Nirmand blocks are being pursued under MGNREGA. Under the scheme, the Ani Assembly segment has received Rs 70.17 crore in three-and-a-half years and most of the amount has already been spent,” he said.
