AboutINRM
Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.
Summary
ADB’s lending operations to India started in 1986, and the India Resident Mission was opened in 1992. The resident mission provides the primary operational link for activities between ADB and the government, the private sector, civil society stakeholders, and development partners. It engages in policy dialogue, country partnership strategy development and programming, and portfolio management, while also acting as a knowledge base on development issues in India.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source Asian Development Bank - India
Published Sunday, 8 March 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right