New NMMS Mobile App to Curb Fake Attendance in VB G Ram G Yojana

The government has launched a new mobile application under the National Manpower Management System (NMMS) to prevent fraudulent attendance records in the VB G Ram G Yojana, a scheme that provides 125 days of wages to rural labourers. The app, developed in partnership with the Ministry of Labour and Employment, will allow workers to clock in and out using biometric verification and GPS tracking, ensuring that only genuine attendance is recorded. Officials say the move aims to curb corruption and ensure that the intended beneficiaries receive their wages without delay.

Key features of the app include:

• Biometric authentication (fingerprint or iris scan)
• Real‑time GPS location verification
• Automatic data upload to the central NMMS database
• Alerts for irregular attendance patterns

The app is expected to be rolled out in phases, starting with pilot districts in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Workers will receive training on how to use the app, and employers will be required to install the necessary hardware. The government has also announced a monitoring framework to audit the data and penalise any misuse.

To verify the launch, users can download the app from the official government portal and check the version number and release notes. The Ministry of Labour has posted a press release on its website confirming the launch date and the technical specifications.

The initiative is part of a broader effort to digitise welfare schemes and reduce leakages. By ensuring accurate attendance records, the government hopes to improve the efficiency of wage payments and strengthen trust in public programmes.