Inter-state Border Areas Development Programme

What is Inter-state Border Areas Development Programme?

The aims and objectives of the Inter-State Border Areas Development Programme ISBADP are to provide facilities for the socioeconomic development of the people living along the Inter-State boundary with Assam.

Benefit

1. Infrastructure Development: The ISBADP may focus on improving infrastructure such as roads, bridges, railways, and connectivity in the border areas. This can enhance accessibility, trade, and transportation in these regions. 1. Socio-economic Development: The scheme may aim to uplift the socio-economic conditions of the border areas by implementing various development projects. It can include initiatives related to education, healthcare, skill development, employment generation, and poverty alleviation. 1. Border Security Enhancement: Development programs in border areas can contribute to strengthening border security. By improving infrastructure, communication networks, and surveillance systems, the scheme can enhance the overall security apparatus in these regions. 1. Tourism Promotion: The ISBADP might support the development of tourism infrastructure and attractions in the border areas to promote tourism. This can lead to increased tourist inflow, job creation, and economic growth in these regions. 1. Cultural Exchange and Integration: Development programs can foster cultural exchange and integration between border communities. The scheme may include initiatives to preserve and promote local culture, heritage, and traditional practices, fostering harmony and mutual understanding. 1. Environmental Conservation: The ISBADP may incorporate initiatives to protect and conserve the natural resources and environment of the border areas. This can include measures for forest co

Level

State — Meghalaya

Ministry / Dept.

Border Areas Development Department

Benefit type

cash

Key eligibility

1. The scheme is applicable to the residents of the state of Meghalaya living in remote and inaccessible areas situated near the international border.

Last verified

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Benefits

1. Infrastructure Development: The ISBADP may focus on improving infrastructure such as roads, bridges, railways, and connectivity in the border areas. This can enhance accessibility, trade, and transportation in these regions. 1. Socio-economic Development: The scheme may aim to uplift the socio-economic conditions of the border areas by implementing various development projects. It can include initiatives related to education, healthcare, skill development, employment generation, and poverty alleviation. 1. Border Security Enhancement: Development programs in border areas can contribute to strengthening border security. By improving infrastructure, communication networks, and surveillance systems, the scheme can enhance the overall security apparatus in these regions. 1. Tourism Promotion: The ISBADP might support the development of tourism infrastructure and attractions in the border areas to promote tourism. This can lead to increased tourist inflow, job creation, and economic growth in these regions. 1. Cultural Exchange and Integration: Development programs can foster cultural exchange and integration between border communities. The scheme may include initiatives to preserve and promote local culture, heritage, and traditional practices, fostering harmony and mutual understanding. 1. Environmental Conservation: The ISBADP may incorporate initiatives to protect and conserve the natural resources and environment of the border areas. This can include measures for forest co

Eligibility

Documents Required

How to Apply

1. Step 1: Offline application — step 1

   The Directorate of Border Areas Development submits proposals to Border Areas Development Department, the Department then forwards the same to Planning and Finance Departments for approval and sanction.

Sources & References

• Official scheme website ↗
• Source record ↗
• Information is summarised from official government sources. Verify all details on the official website before applying.