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STATE NODAL MINISTRY

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram

Administers statutory welfare programs, direct benefit disbursements, and departmental initiatives across Mizoram.

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About Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram

Official state nodal department overseeing Business & Entrepreneurship schemes and citizen benefits in Mizoram.

8Total Schemes
8Currently Active

Eligo indexes and independently verifies 8 active programs administered by this ministry against primary government gazettes under a 180-day re-verification SLA. Always confirm current guidelines on the official portal before applying.

Citizen Redressal, Grievances & RTI Guidelines

Official statutory channels to resolve service delays, report discrepancies, or obtain public records under RTI Act 2005.

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Central Public Grievance Portal (CPGRAMS)

Citizens can lodge official grievances regarding any scheme administered by Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram on CPGRAMS (Central Public Grievance Redressal and Monitoring System). The nodal appellate officer is mandated to review and furnish a resolution report within the stipulated departmental timeline.

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Right to Information (RTI Act 2005)

Under Section 6(1) of the RTI Act 2005, any citizen can request official information, fund allocation records, or beneficiary sanction lists from Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram. Applications cost ₹10 (free for BPL applicants) and must receive a response from the designated Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) within 30 days.

Statutory RTI Escalation Hierarchy:If your RTI request is rejected or unanswered after 30 days, submit a First Appeal to the designated First Appellate Authority within 30 days. For further grievance, a Second Appeal may be lodged before the Central Information Commission (CIC) at cic.gov.in.

Frequently Asked Questions: Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram

Common citizen queries about this ministry's mandate, schemes, and contact channels.

What schemes does Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram administer?▾

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram administers 8 verified welfare programs cataloged on Eligo, including Mizoram Bamboo Mission Modern Processing & Product Grant, Mizoram Bamboo and Border Trade Livelihood Scheme, Mizoram Community Eco-Tourism Homestay Capital Subsidy Scheme, and 5 more programs. These can be browsed by category or searched using the Eligibility Checker.

How do I contact Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram for a grievance?▾

Citizens may register grievances against Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram's schemes on the Central Public Grievance Redressal and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) at pgportal.gov.in. The ministry's official website at https://mizoram.gov.in also maintains a dedicated Public Grievance section under the Citizen's Charter. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain scheme-specific information within 30 days.

What is Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram's annual budget allocation?▾

The annual budget allocation for Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram is published in the Union Budget presented by the Ministry of Finance each February. Visit the official Budget portal at indiabudget.gov.in for the most current figures. Scheme-wise expenditure is also available in the ministry's Annual Report on its official website.

How do I file an RTI application to Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram?▾

RTI applications to Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram can be filed: (1) Online at rtionline.gov.in — free of cost for BPL applicants, ₹10 for others, (2) By post or in person at the ministry's registered CPIO office. Under the RTI Act 2005, the Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) must respond within 30 days. For first appeals against unsatisfactory responses, submit to the First Appellate Authority within 30 days. Second appeals go to the Central Information Commission (CIC) at cic.gov.in.

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Administered Programs (8)

ActiveState SchemeEst. 2019

Mizoram Bamboo Mission Modern Processing & Product Grant

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram

Forest enterprise program providing 60% equipment subsidies up to ₹5,00,000 for advanced bamboo flattening, charcoal briquetting, and bamboo plyboard manufacturing units in Mizoram.

Verified: 2026-09-28
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ActiveState SchemeEst. 2020

Mizoram Bamboo and Border Trade Livelihood Scheme

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram

50% capital subsidy on bamboo processing machinery, value-addition equipment, and border trade enterprises provided through direct benefit transfer.

Verified: 2026-09-26
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ActiveState SchemeEst. 2020

Mizoram Community Eco-Tourism Homestay Capital Subsidy Scheme

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram

Tourism entrepreneurship scheme providing 40% capital investment subsidies up to ₹4,00,000 for rural homeowners constructing traditional Mizo bamboo homestays in scenic and cultural circuits.

Verified: 2026-09-28
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ActiveState SchemeEst. 2021

Mizoram Hygienic Meat Processing & Cold Chain Subsidy Scheme

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram

Livestock enterprise scheme providing 50% capital subsidies up to ₹10,00,000 for local cooperatives constructing hygienic meat processing, chilling, and vacuum packaging facilities in Mizoram.

Verified: 2026-09-28
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ActiveState SchemeEst. 2021

Mizoram IT & Digital Startup Incubation Seed Capital Grant

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram

Tech entrepreneurship incentive offering non-dilutive seed grants up to ₹5,00,000, free plug-and-play coworking at Mizoram IT Park, and ₹15,000 monthly founder living stipends.

Verified: 2026-09-28
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ActiveState SchemeEst. 2021

Mizoram Industrial & Investment Policy Capital Investment Subsidy

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram

Industrial development scheme offering 30% capital investment subsidies up to ₹50,00,000, 100% net SGST reimbursement for 5 years, and power subsidies for new manufacturing and processing units.

Verified: 2026-09-28
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ActiveState SchemeEst. 2020

Mizoram Traditional Puan Handloom Modernization Grant

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram

Weaver welfare scheme providing free modern fly-shuttle frame looms valued at ₹25,000, subsidized acrylic/silk yarn, and GI-tag packaging for weavers of traditional Mizo Puan textiles.

Verified: 2026-09-28
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ActiveState SchemeEst. 2020

Mizoram Urban Street Vendors Micro-Credit & Tool Subsidy Scheme

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram

Urban livelihood scheme offering interest-free working capital micro-loans of ₹10,000 to ₹50,000 with a 20% state cash rebate and free motorized vending carts for registered urban street vendors.

Verified: 2026-09-28
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