#rural development

Assam Partners With IFPRI to Boost Farm Productivity

Assam signs a pact with IFPRI to improve rural income, climate resilience, and crop diversification through targeted research and technical support.

Walrik Marak • 7 Oct 2026

National Review Meeting Set for Rural Training Institutes in Meghalaya

The Ministry of Rural Development and MSRLS are hosting a two-day national review of Rural Self Employment Training Institutes in Meghalaya.

Walrik Marak • 7 Oct 2026

Nagaland Rural Mission Targets Vulnerable Families in New Growth Initiative

NSRLM is partnering with BRAC International to launch an initiative supporting 4,000 vulnerable households in Nagaland over the next three years.

Kiyeto Swu • 6 Oct 2026

Manipur Launches Reform Utsav to Boost Watershed Management

Manipur is launching the Reform Utsav campaign to improve watershed projects and community involvement under the PMKSY-WDC 2.0 scheme until 2026.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 1 Oct 2026

Nagaland Readies Jan Manthan Campaign for October 2

Nagaland starts the Jan Manthan campaign on October 2 to collect public feedback for state administrative reforms and better service delivery systems.

Kiyeto Swu • 1 Oct 2026

Union Official Inspects Women-Led Enterprises in Unakoti

Joint Secretary T. Thakur Khalkho toured women-run projects in Unakoti, Tripura, to assess how local SHGs are driving sustainable rural economic growth.

Nihar Jamatia • 26 Sep 2026

Tripura Launches Digital Mission to Connect Remote Villages

Tripura celebrates Antyodaya Diwas by launching a digital mission that deploys volunteers to bring essential services directly to rural communities.

Ayan Debbarma • 25 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Shifts Water Conservation Focus to Rural Economic Growth

Meghalaya’s water conservation projects now prioritize rural livelihoods and farm productivity after being named the top-performing state under PMKSY-WDC 2.0.

Walrik Marak • 22 Sep 2026

NSRLM and SELCO Foundation Partner to Boost Rural Women Entrepreneurs

NSRLM and SELCO Foundation signed an agreement to support 500 rural women entrepreneurs annually with technology, training, and market access.

Kiyeto Swu • 17 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Pivots Water Mission to Focus on Reliable Supply

Meghalaya updates its Jal Jeevan Mission, shifting from installing new taps to ensuring rural residents get consistent, clean, and safe drinking water.

Walrik Marak • 16 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Tobacco-Free Village Drive Reaches 531 Communities

Meghalaya hits a major milestone as 531 villages officially curb tobacco use through a community-led grassroots health initiative.

Walrik Marak • 10 Sep 2026

Federal Officials Audit Rural Development Projects in Manipur

Ministry of Rural Development officials visited Churachandpur to inspect welfare schemes, road projects, and skill training progress at the local level.

Ratan Singh • 10 Sep 2026

Nagaland Rural Mission Hosts Two-Day SHG Bazaar in Kohima

The NSRLM is hosting an SHG seasonal bazaar in Kohima this September 9 and 10 to highlight local produce, handicrafts, and rural small businesses.

Kiyeto Swu • 7 Sep 2026

Nagaland Village Boards Face Major Overhaul at 50

Nagaland's VDB system turns 50, sparking calls for reform, better accountability, and greater inclusivity to boost rural development across the state.

Kiyeto Swu • 3 Sep 2026