<h1>Finance Commission and Rural Development Ministry Discuss Road Maintenance Under PMGSY; Funding and Rural Connectivity Highlighted.</h1> The 15th Finance Commission met with the Ministry of Rural Development to discuss the maintenance of roads under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY). The Ministry highlighted the need for predictable funding for maintaining these roads, which are crucial for rural development. The Commission acknowledged the importance of rural connectivity and noted that maintenance often receives low priority. The Ministry proposed a financial plan for road maintenance, projecting significant costs over the next five years. The Commission also considered the impact of increased funding for MGNREGS as part of a fiscal stimulus package to boost rural employment and infrastructure.