Quick note: VB-G RAM G stands for Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin). It replaced MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act) from 1 July 2026 and now guarantees up to 125 days of wage employment per rural household in a financial year.
A social audit is a public examination of VB-G RAM G records by the villagers themselves — checking muster rolls, works and payments in an open Gram Sabha. It is the scheme’s strongest anti-corruption tool.
What Gets Audited
- Muster rolls vs actual workers and attendance
- Quality and existence of completed works
- Wage payments vs entitlements
- Job card entries and worksite facilities
How a Social Audit Happens
- The state Social Audit Unit schedules audits for each Gram Panchayat (at least once every six months as the norm).
- Records are read out and verified door-to-door and at worksites.
- Findings are presented in a public Gram Sabha hearing.
- Action-taken reports follow for every confirmed irregularity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can any villager take part?
Yes, social audits are open public processes — attending the hearing is the best way to raise issues.
Where are social audit reports available?
On the portal’s social audit section and with the state Social Audit Unit.