Agartala:
In a significant initiative aimed at strengthening rural livelihoods and women’s economic empowerment, the Tripura Rural Livelihood Mission (TRLM) has sanctioned Rs 7.65 crore under the Aajeevika Grameen Express Yojana (AGEY) scheme for the procurement of 90 vehicles. These vehicles will be distributed among Self-Help Group (SHG) Didis across various districts in the state.
Officials confirmed that the vehicles will be handed over during a grand ceremony later this year, marking a key milestone in Tripura’s efforts to enhance mobility and income-generating opportunities for women-led collectives. The initiative is expected to benefit Cluster Level Federations (CLFs), Village Organisations (VOs), and SHG Didis, enabling them to expand livelihood activities and improve access to markets and essential services.
The procurement of 90 vehicles in the current financial year aims to create sustainable avenues for rural women entrepreneurs, strengthening their capacity to participate actively in the state’s grassroots economy. Under the AGEY scheme, providing transport facilities to SHGs is considered a catalyst for economic empowerment, community development, and improved connectivity for rural households.
Ahead of the distribution, the TRLM state team conducted a seminar in Agartala with prospective beneficiaries, CLF Didis, and block-level staff. The session detailed the objectives of AGEY, operational guidelines, and the responsibilities of SHG members in ensuring the effective utilisation of vehicles to maximise benefits.
Authorities highlighted that the scheme is expected not only to boost livelihood activities but also to strengthen the grassroots economy, promoting self-reliance and entrepreneurship among rural women. By enhancing mobility and access to markets, the program seeks to create long-term economic opportunities, contributing to sustainable development and socio-economic empowerment of women-led rural communities in Tripura.
The initiative reflects the state government’s commitment to fostering inclusive growth and supporting women as pivotal drivers of rural prosperity.
