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Telangana Telanganaku Haritha Haram (Massive Greening Mission)

Historic environmental mission planting 280+ Crore tree saplings to expand Telangana's forest cover from 24% to 33% through community forestry, urban lungs, and village nurseries.

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Official Nodal Portal:harithaharam.telangana.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–99 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹5,00,000⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Telangana
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Telangana
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Free distribution of fruit, shade, and medicinal saplings from 15,000+ village nurseries, creation of 109 urban forest parks (Prana Vayuvu parks), development of Palle Prakruthi Vanams in every village, and tree survival incentive grants.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹1,200 Crore annual afforestation budget

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 283 Crore saplings planted expanding state forest and green cover by 7.7%

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

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 99 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹5,00,000 per annum
Target Occupations:all
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 Telangana Telanganaku Haritha Haram (Massive Greening Mission). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

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

Moderate Process (2/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•3 mandatory supporting documents required
•Income certificate / income verification ceiling applied

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 (harithaharam.telangana.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

    Citizen, school, or organization places sapling request on Haritha Haram mobile app or at local Gram Panchayat.

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    Saplings distributed free during Green India / Haritha Haram monsoon planting weeks.

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    Tree survival monitored through geo-tagging cameras.

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    Panchayats must ensure mandatory 85% plant survival by law under Telangana Panchayat Raj Act.

✅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

Planting banned exotic species.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: harithaharam.telangana.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 is the 85% survival rule under the Panchayat Raj Act?

Under the Telangana Panchayat Raj Act, Gram Panchayats and municipal bodies are legally mandated to maintain at least 85% plant survival or face disciplinary action.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Which tree species are distributed free?

Teak, Neem, Gulmohar, Tamarind, Jamun, Guava, Custard Apple, Banyan, and Peepal are widely distributed.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Did Hyderabad receive international awards for greening?

Yes, Hyderabad was recognized as 'Tree City of the World' by the UN FAO and Arbor Day Foundation for massive greening achievements.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Telangana Telanganaku Haritha Haram (Massive Greening Mission) application status?

Application status for Telangana Telanganaku Haritha Haram (Massive Greening Mission) can typically be tracked through the official portal at harithaharam.telangana.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 Telangana Telanganaku Haritha Haram (Massive Greening Mission) 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 Telangana Telanganaku Haritha Haram (Massive Greening Mission) 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

Planting banned exotic species.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-19scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id240Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Telangana Telanganaku Haritha Haram (Massive Greening Mission) from official state portal.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Telangana Telanganaku Haritha Haram (Massive Greening Mission) 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 (100%)

Verified 22d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Over 283 Crore saplings planted expanding state forest and green cover by 7.7% (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹1,200 Crore annual afforestation budget budget allocation
📅Running since 2015
🔄4 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

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2026-10-06ministry_id

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2026-09-28initial_verification

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Baseline verification of Telangana Telanganaku Haritha Haram (Massive Greening M...

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Forest Department, Government of Telangana

Aranya Bhavan, Saifabad, Hyderabad - 500004

Helpline: 040-23231404

Jurisdiction: Statewide (Telangana)

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

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