Category: Schemes & Initiatives

The Meghalaya Early Childhood Development (ECD) Mission has received the Gold SKOCH Award in the Early Childhood Development category at the 108th SKOCH Summit Public Policy Forum held in New Delhi. The award recognizes the Mission's integrated approach to child development, focusing on health, nutrition, education, and overall well-being of young children. The recognition followed … Continue reading Meghalaya Early Childhood Development (ECD) Mission

Advancing North East is a digital portal developed by the North Eastern Council under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, in collaboration with North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd.. It serves as a One Stop Solution resource centre aimed at supporting, mentoring, and empowering youth across the Northeastern states. The portal provides information … Continue reading Advancing North East Portal

Assam's power sector is currently supported by 82 operational substations, a grid capacity of 10,000 MVA, and a transmission network spanning 5,300 circuit kilometres. To meet rising energy demand, the state is constructing 16 new substations and adding 6,340 MVA of additional grid capacity. The expansion plan also includes commissioning 957 circuit kilometres of new … Continue reading Assam Power Transmission Expansion

Meghalaya has launched a Digital Investigation Monitoring Module and introduced new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to strengthen criminal investigations and improve case management under India's revamped criminal justice framework. The initiative aims to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of police investigations through greater use of digital technology and standardized procedures. The state highlighted the … Continue reading Meghalaya Launches Digital Investigation Monitoring Module

The Office of the Inspector of Schools, Kamrup (Metro) District Circle, has directed all government, provincialised, and private schools to strictly implement guidelines aimed at reducing the weight of school bags carried by students. Schools have been instructed to inform students in advance about the books required each day, discourage carrying unnecessary materials, and avoid … Continue reading School Bag Weight Reduction Guidelines

Major natural gas infrastructure projects have been inaugurated in Assam, including the commencement of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) supply in Mangaldai and new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) facilities in Tezpur. Implemented by North East Gas Distribution Company Limited, the projects aim to expand access to clean and eco-friendly fuel for households, commercial establishments, and vehicles. … Continue reading PNG and CNG Infrastructure Expansion in Assam

Yatri Suvidha Diwas was observed at Dibrugarh Airport on June 15 to commemorate major infrastructure developments undertaken over the past twelve years. The airport has witnessed significant modernisation, including runway extension, upgraded airside infrastructure, installation of navigational aids, improved connectivity, and enhanced passenger amenities. APSC Relevance: Civil aviation, transport infrastructure, and regional connectivity.

Traffic authorities in Guwahati have made it mandatory for Green Bus drivers to display their driving licences on the front windshield. The initiative aims to improve road safety and ensure accountability by enabling authorities to identify drivers responsible for traffic violations and take departmental action through the GMC and ASTC. APSC Relevance: Road safety, traffic … Continue reading Green Bus Driver Accountability Initiative

The 10th anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan was celebrated across health institutions in Karbi Anglong, marking a decade since its launch on June 9, 2016. The initiative aims to provide assured, comprehensive, and quality antenatal care services to pregnant women, with special focus on the second and third trimesters of pregnancy to … Continue reading 10th Anniversary of Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan

The Primate Research Centre Northeast India (PRCNE), in collaboration with the Forest Department of the Bodoland Territorial Council, organised a workshop in Kokrajhar under the theme “Connecting Culture and Conservation”. The initiative seeks to promote the conservation of the endangered Golden Langur while enhancing local livelihoods through advanced handloom and weaving skills. Participants are being … Continue reading Connecting Culture and Conservation Initiative

The Government of India has signed a historic tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Governments of Assam and Nagaland for the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas in areas along the inter-state border. The agreement is expected to facilitate coordinated hydrocarbon exploration, promote energy resource development and strengthen cooperation between the … Continue reading Tripartite MoU for Oil and Gas Exploration Along Assam–Nagaland Border

The European Blue Valley Cluster, led by the Assam Government, aligns with the EU–India Comprehensive Strategic Agenda adopted during the EU–India Summit 2026 and forms part of the broader Blue Valleys Initiative. The initiative is expected to promote research, innovation, investment and industrial cooperation between European and Indian enterprises. It will complement ongoing EU-supported projects … Continue reading European Blue Valley Cluster in Assam

The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has accepted in principle a proposal submitted by North Lakhimpur University (NLU) Vice-Chancellor Mukul Chandra Bora for the inclusion of Environmental Humanities in higher education curricula across India. The proposed framework seeks to integrate environmental concerns with disciplines such as humanities, social sciences, culture, ethics and Indian Knowledge Systems … Continue reading Environmental Humanities Proposed for Higher Education Curriculum

Tripura has introduced a five-day work week for state government employees, declaring all Saturdays as holidays and revising office timings to 9:00 AM–5:00 PM from Monday to Friday. The move aims to improve employee welfare, work-life balance and administrative efficiency while ensuring uninterrupted delivery of public services. The new arrangement replaces the earlier system under … Continue reading Tripura Adopts Five-Day Work Week

The Land Port Management System (LPMS) is a digital platform launched to integrate and streamline operations across India's land ports through a unified system. The platform facilitates seamless coordination among government agencies, private operators and other stakeholders, helping reduce delays and improve operational efficiency. It provides secure end-to-end digital workflows for cargo and passenger processing, … Continue reading Land Port Management System (LPMS)

The Government of India is developing Smart Border Infrastructure across all areas guarded by the Border Security Force (BSF) to strengthen border management and make international borders more secure and resilient. The project, which is in its final stage, is based on a four-pronged strategy comprising close coordination with local administration, extensive use of technology, … Continue reading Smart Border Infrastructure Project

Project UDAYAK of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 37th Raising Day at Doomdooma in Assam. Project UDAYAK is a specialised territorial wing of the BRO responsible for the construction, upgradation and maintenance of strategic road infrastructure in the remote and challenging terrains of Northeast India. It currently manages more than 1,457 km of … Continue reading Project UDAYAK of the Border Roads Organisation

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at Gauhati University between the Telecom Sector Skill Council and Pentacle System Pvt. Ltd. to promote NSQF-compliant, employment-oriented training for youth in Assam and the Northeast. The initiative aims to equip students with industry-relevant skills in telecommunications, 5G and emerging technologies, enhancing employability and supporting workforce development in … Continue reading Telecom Skill Development MoU Signed at Gauhati University

Japan Foundation New Delhi, Assam Skill University and Indo-Japan Business Council signed a tripartite MoU to launch a Japanese Language Teacher Development Programme for Northeast India. The initiative aims to create a sustainable Japanese language education ecosystem by training a new generation of educators and expanding access to Japan-related academic, employment and cultural opportunities for … Continue reading Japanese Language Teacher Development Programme for Northeast India

A district-level orientation and launch programme for the Jan Bhagidaari – Sabse Door, Sabse Pehle campaign under PM JANMAN and Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan was held in Tezpur. The nationwide Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaign aims to ensure last-mile delivery of government welfare schemes in remote tribal areas, particularly for Particularly Vulnerable … Continue reading Jan Bhagidaari – Sabse Door, Sabse Pehle Campaign

The initiative titled Vasudha was launched to promote harmony between people and nature for a sustainable future across Northeast India. The programme focuses on encouraging sustainable living practices, preserving the region’s rich biodiversity and protecting indigenous agricultural heritage. It also seeks to support environmentally responsible farming methods among local communities while strengthening ecological awareness and … Continue reading Vasudha Initiative for Sustainable Living in Northeast India

In a major initiative to strengthen digital financial inclusion and women empowerment, 71 DigiPay Sakhis were distributed laptops at Amingaon under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission. The DigiPay Sakhi initiative aims to accelerate Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), reduce dependence on intermediaries and improve transparency in welfare delivery at the grassroots level. … Continue reading DigiPay Sakhi Initiative under DAY-NRLM

The Khasi and Garo languages have been included in the Central Board of Secondary Education Scheme of Studies under the R3 framework from the 2026–27 academic session. The inclusion will allow CBSE-affiliated schools across Meghalaya to offer Khasi and Garo as optional third languages. The move is expected to support students and language teachers while … Continue reading Khasi and Garo Languages Included in CBSE Curriculum

Assam State School Education Board clarified that there will be no restriction on Class IX students choosing General Mathematics and General Science in English medium even if their remaining subjects are studied in Assamese, Bengali, Bodo or other mediums. The Board stated that students may opt for English medium in the two subjects provided the … Continue reading ASSEB Clarification on Medium of Instruction for Class IX

Indian agencies achieved the country’s first-ever seizure of Captagon worth around ₹182 crore under Operation RAGEPILL. Captagon is the street name historically linked to Fenethylline, a synthetic stimulant originally developed in the 1960s for treatment of conditions such as attention disorders and narcolepsy. The drug later became associated with illegal trafficking and organised crime networks … Continue reading Operation RAGEPILL – First Major Captagon Seizure in India

Meghalaya launched the Skillerate 2026 programme to strengthen youth skill development and employment opportunities in the state. The initiative aims to train nearly 21,000 youths amid rising workforce participation. With almost half of Meghalaya’s population below 20 years of age and around 60,000 young people entering the workforce annually, the programme focuses on improving employability, … Continue reading Skillerate 2026 – Meghalaya Skill Development Programme

The Young People’s Action Group (YPAG), launched in Shillong, has emerged as the Northeast’s first formally institutionalised platform for youth participation in climate and health policymaking. The initiative was developed through collaboration between UNICEF India and the Centre for Policy under Meghalaya’s MPOWER project. For Assam, the initiative highlights the importance of structured youth engagement … Continue reading First Institutionalised Youth Climate Platform – Lessons for Assam

July 1 will mark the implementation of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, replacing the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act after nearly two decades. The new framework guarantees 125 days of statutory wage employment for rural households. Existing e-KYC verified MGNREGA job cards will remain valid until new … Continue reading July 1 – New Rural Employment Framework

The West Bengal cabinet approved implementation of the Ayushman Bharat scheme, which had earlier not been adopted by the previous state government. The programme aims to provide financial protection and healthcare access to economically vulnerable families through health insurance coverage. The cabinet also approved transfer of 600 acres of land to the Border Security Force … Continue reading Ayushman Bharat – Approval for Implementation in West Bengal

The proposed “Tawang Initiative” aims to create an integrated Buddhist tourism circuit connecting major spiritual destinations across Northeast India and neighbouring countries. The circuit is expected to link important Buddhist sites in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Sikkim and Manipur to promote cultural tourism and regional connectivity. Tawang has been highlighted as the centrepiece of the initiative … Continue reading Tawang Initiative – Proposed Buddhist Tourism Circuit

North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation has launched Padma Doree, a unique initiative blending Northeast India’s Eri (Ahimsa) silk with the traditional Chanderi weaving of Madhya Pradesh. The project combines the durability and warmth of Eri silk with the fine texture and intricate motifs of Chanderi, creating a fusion of two heritage crafts. It … Continue reading Padma Doree – Cross-Regional Textile Initiative

The Kerala State Biodiversity Board has launched a pilot programme to restore sacred groves (kavus) across selected districts. These groves are traditional ecological sites rich in native biodiversity and cultural significance. Kavu nurseries are being developed to propagate endemic and threatened plant species, acting as biodiversity regeneration hubs. The initiative aims to revive degraded ecosystems, … Continue reading Kavu Restoration – Biodiversity Initiative in Kerala

Around 250 members of the Bnei Menashe community from Northeast India have arrived in Israel under a government initiative to facilitate their migration. This marks the first batch since the announcement to relocate thousands over the next five years. The Bnei Menashe, residing in Manipur and Mizoram, claim descent from the biblical tribe of Manasseh. … Continue reading Bnei Menashe Migration to Israel

The Government of India has extended the River Basin Management (RBM) Scheme for 2026–31 with an outlay of ₹2,183 crore, focusing on integrated water resource management. It prioritises the Northeast and Indus Basin, addressing water security in sensitive border regions. The scheme includes flood and erosion control measures such as protection of Majuli and raised … Continue reading River Basin Management Scheme – Strategic Water Governance

The Union Cabinet has approved major investments worth ₹40,150 crore for hydropower development in Arunachal Pradesh, strengthening renewable energy capacity and regional infrastructure. The Kamala Hydro Electric Project (1,720 MW), to be developed across Kamle, Kra Daadi and Kurung Kumey districts, will be executed through a joint venture involving NHPC Limited and the State government. … Continue reading Arunachal Hydropower — Kamala Project Approval

The Border Security Force (BSF) is exploring the use of snakes and crocodiles as natural deterrents to enhance security along vulnerable stretches of the India–Bangladesh border, particularly in riverine and marshy areas where conventional fencing is ineffective. Such regions, including chars and flood-prone zones, pose persistent challenges for surveillance and infiltration control. While the proposal … Continue reading Snake and Crocodile Deterrent — Border Security Proposal