National Rural Development Conference 2026

India hosts its first national conclave on rural development under the vision of "Viksit Gram, Viksit Bharat".

India's first-ever National Rural Development Conference is scheduled for 28-29 June 2026 in New Delhi. The two-day conclave, themed "Viksit Gram, Viksit Bharat", will be chaired by Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

Rural Development in India

Rural development spans infrastructure, livelihoods, agriculture, basic services, and local governance in villages. The Ministry of Rural Development runs flagship programmes such as the MGNREGS, Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin, and the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission.

Participation and Format

Rural Development Ministers, senior officials, and experts from all States and Union Territories are expected to take part. The two-day format is a common one for policy consultations, where Union and State representatives discuss implementation challenges and administrative coordination.

Important Facts for Exams

  • India's first National Rural Development Conference is set for 28-29 June 2026 in New Delhi.
  • Shivraj Singh Chouhan holds the Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare and Rural Development portfolio.
  • "Viksit Gram, Viksit Bharat" is the theme associated with the conference.
  • The Ministry of Rural Development implements major rural welfare schemes.

📝 Practice MCQs

1. In which city is India's first National Rural Development Conference being held in June 2026?

[A] Mumbai

[B] New Delhi

[C] Bhopal

[D] Lucknow

Answer: [B] New Delhi

2. What is the theme of the National Rural Development Conference 2026?

[A] Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas

[B] Viksit Gram, Viksit Bharat

[C] Atmanirbhar Bharat

[D] Make in India

Answer: [B] Viksit Gram, Viksit Bharat

3. Who will chair the National Rural Development Conference 2026?

[A] Nirmala Sitharaman

[B] Shivraj Singh Chouhan

[C] Piyush Goyal

[D] Nitin Gadkari

Answer: [B] Shivraj Singh Chouhan

4. Which of the following schemes is implemented by the Ministry of Rural Development?

[A] Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin

[B] PM-KISAN

[C] Ayushman Bharat

[D] Ujjwala Yojana

Answer: [A] Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin

5. For how many days is the National Rural Development Conference 2026 scheduled?

[A] One day

[B] Two days

[C] Three days

[D] Five days

Answer: [B] Two days