The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) serves as a major initiative in India, aimed at reducing rural poverty through guaranteed employment while developing critical infrastructure in rural areas. This paper investigates the durability of infrastructure assets created under MGNREGA in Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, focusing on the role of community engagement in maintaining these assets. The primary objectives are to assess the relationship between levels of community involvement and asset longevity, providing insights for enhancing MGNREGA's impact on sustainable rural development. The study is based on primary data collected from 100 MGNREGA beneficiaries in Jodhpur district. A quantitative analysis was conducted using frequency tables and chi-square tests to examine the association between community engagement levels (high, moderate, low, or none) and the durability of assets. Findings reveal a statistically significant positive relationship between higher community engagement and greater asset durability, suggesting that active local involvement in maintenance can substantially improve the sustainability of MGNREGA-created infrastructure. In conclusion, fostering community participation in asset maintenance is critical for achieving MGNREGA’s goal of durable and effective rural infrastructure. These findings highlight the need for policy interventions that encourage community ownership and accountability. Future research could expand to other regions and incorporate additional factors influencing asset durability, such as material quality and technical support, to provide a broader understanding of sustainable rural infrastructure development.