Backward Regions Grant Fund (BRGF)

iAbout This Scheme

Established in 2006-07, the Backward Regions Grant Fund provided untied development grants to 272 identified backward districts in 27 states to address regional imbalances and accelerate development. Districts received an annual grant of ₹10-30 crore for filling critical infrastructure gaps not covered by other schemes. BRGF had a strong Panchayati Raj emphasis with funds flowing directly to district and panchayat level. It was discontinued in 2015-16 after being assessed as having poor utilisation in many states.

🎁Key Benefits

• Untied development grants to backward districts (₹10-30 cr/year)
• Infrastructure gap-filling for uncovered areas
• Funds flowing directly to district and gram panchayat level
• Capacity building component for PRIs

✅Eligibility Criteria

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  Programme discontinued — historical archive only

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions