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Megha-LAMP Integrated Rural Livelihoods Enterprise Grant

Natural resource management program funded by IFAD and Meghalaya Government offering grants up to ₹3 Lakh to village natural resource management committees for water conservation and value-chains.

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Official Nodal Portal:meghalaya.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–75 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Meghalaya
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Meghalaya
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Community grants up to ₹3,00,000 per village for community water harvesting, spring-shed rejuvenation, soil check-dams, and setting up collective crop aggregation centres.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹150 Crore international partnership fund (IFAD & State Pool)

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 1,350 villages covered across all 12 districts

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 75 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:rural resident, village committee member, farmer, forest dweller
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be a bona fide resident of the state with valid documentation.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Megha-LAMP Integrated Rural Livelihoods Enterprise Grant. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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Keep self-attested photocopies and clear digital scans (100 KB – 200 KB, PDF/JPG format) ready to avoid portal upload timeouts.

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•100% digital online application process
•3 mandatory supporting documents required

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (meghalaya.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Village Dorbar / Nokma convenes Gram Sabha to establish Natural Resource Management Committee (VNRMC).

  2. 2

    Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) maps water springs and farming clusters.

  3. 3

    Project sanctioned by District Basin Development Unit (BDU).

  4. 4

    Direct release to VNRMC community account.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Private individual projects without community benefit or projects causing deforestation.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: meghalaya.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

What does Megha-LAMP stand for?

Meghalaya Livelihoods and Access to Markets Project, supported by IFAD and the state government.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How many water springs have been rejuvenated?

Over 3,000 natural mountain drinking water springs have been surveyed and protected across Meghalaya.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can village cooperatives build storage godowns under this?

Yes, community collection and storage godowns for local produce are 100% funded.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Megha-LAMP Integrated Rural Livelihoods Enterprise Grant application status?

Application status for Megha-LAMP Integrated Rural Livelihoods Enterprise Grant can typically be tracked through the official portal at meghalaya.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Megha-LAMP Integrated Rural Livelihoods Enterprise Grant payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Megha-LAMP Integrated Rural Livelihoods Enterprise Grant benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Private individual projects without community benefit or projects causing deforestation.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-19scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id420Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Megha-LAMP Integrated Rural Livelihoods Enterprise Grant from official state portal.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Megha-LAMP Integrated Rural Livelihoods Enterprise Grant from official state portal.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous online and district facilitation desk intake

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (95%)

Verified 21d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 1,350 villages covered across all 12 districts (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹150 Crore international partnership fund (IFAD & State Pool) budget allocation
📅Running since 2015
🔄4 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-19scheme_type

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2026-10-06ministry_id

420

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2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Megha-LAMP Integrated Rural Livelihoods Enterprise Gran...

Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Megha-LAMP Integrated Rural Livelihoods Enterprise Gran...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Meghalaya Basin Management Agency (MBMA)

C/o MBDA, Nongrim Hills, Shillong 793003

Helpline: 0364-2522921

Jurisdiction: Statewide (Meghalaya)

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Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-28 against official government documentation.

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