Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP) - Phase II

The Union Cabinet has sanctioned the second phase of the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP-II), aimed at the holistic development of villages situated along India's international borders.

• Central Sector Scheme:
  • VVP-II is designated as a central sector scheme, with 100% funding provided by the Central Government.
  • It aligns with the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047 for ensuring safe, secure, and vibrant land borders.
• Objective and Impact:
  • The programme is pivotal in transforming border villages into growth and development hubs.
  • It aims to improve living conditions, provide adequate livelihood opportunities, and ensure prosperous and secure borders.
  • Assists in controlling trans-border crime and integrating the border population, making them integral to national security as the 'eyes and ears' of border guard forces.
• Financial Outlay:
  • The total financial allocation for VVP-II is Rs 6,839 crore.
  • The programme will be operational till the year 2028-29.
• Target Areas:
  • VVP-II will focus on select strategic villages across multiple Indian states and union territories including: 
    1. Arunachal Pradesh
    2. Assam
    3. Bihar
    4. Gujarat
    5. Jammu and Kashmir
    6. Ladakh
    7. Manipur
    8. Meghalaya
    9. Mizoram
    10. Nagaland
    11. Punjab
    12. Rajasthan
    13. Sikkim
    14. Tripura
    15. Uttarakhand
    16. Uttar Pradesh
    17. West Bengal