Prime Minister's
Rural Development Fellows Scheme
Ministry of Rural Development | Government of India
An opportunity to lead transformational change - Introducing the Prime Minister's Rural Development Fellows Scheme
Meet the Fellows
After a competitive application process, 156 talented and committed young professionals have been selected to receive the PMRDF training. These Fellows demonstrate a passion for making a difference in the lives of other people. Learn more about the PMRDFs in their own words.
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The Government of India has launched a special programme in 78 backward districts called Integrated Action Plan (IAP). On 13th of September, 2011, Union Minister of Rural Development Mr. Jairam Ramesh announced a scheme of PM's Rural Development Fellows for deploying young professionals in each of the IAP districts to assist the District Collector.
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