MegLIFE

Community-based Forest Management and Livelihood Improvement in Meghalaya

Restore and conserve natural resources through sustainable forest management, livelihood improvement, and institutional strengthening.

About MegLIFE

In the quiet hills of Meghalaya, where lush forests meet vibrant villages, a journey began on October 13th, 2020. It was a journey of hope and renewal, one that sought to restore not only the land but also the lives of the people who call this beautiful state home. The project was born out of a shared vision—to conserve and nurture the rich natural resources of the villages through sustainable forest management, enhance the livelihoods of the communities, and strengthen local institutions.

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PROJECT IMPACT

11,019

hectares of degraded land successfully restored

SWC (Soil and Water Conservation)structures completed

125

Community Halls inaugurated

417

Community Nurseries established

42 lakhs

seedlings raised through community efforts

Integrated Village Cooperative Societies (IVCS) formed

600+

Self-Help Groups (SHGs) formed and mobilized

Over 9,508

individuals trained across various project components

866

ISprings are being monitored monthly

News Letter

Success Stories

During the exposure visit to Sirsi, Karnataka, Mr. Raju M. Sangma expressed his learnings how jackfruit can be effectively transformed into value-added products like chips,...
Mr. Raju M. Sangma,
Era Aning IVCS, Baghmara, South Garo Hills
I am sincerely grateful to SELCO and MBDA for providing us with this opportunity. This kind of exposure is something we have never experienced before,...
Sebilia Mynsong
Meet Ewek M. Sangma from Rona Agal, a passionate youth championing tree planting on Environment Day! 🌱 He reminds us: "It is our duty as...
Ewek M. Sangma,
Rona Agal VPIC, Rongara, South Garo Hills