Northeast Desk, 1st October: The Government of Meghalaya has taken a significant step toward social and livelihood development by signing a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The/Nudge Institute. This initiative aims to uplift 50,000 of the state’s most vulnerable households, with a particular focus on supporting single mothers. The partnership seeks to enhance social inclusion, financial security, livelihood opportunities, and social protection for these households.
Under this collaboration, tailored livelihood coaching and support will be provided through a dedicated community cadre, specifically targeting the poorest households. Additionally, the initiative will work on building robust social protection frameworks through departmental convergence and the use of technology-based monitoring tools to ensure effective implementation.
The announcement of this agreement was made during the North-East Conclave in Shillong, co-hosted by the Meghalaya State Rural Livelihoods Society (MSRLS) and The/Nudge Institute. The event, themed “Strengthening Ecosystem for the Development of the Most Excluded and Poorest of the Poor,” saw participation from various states, including Assam, Andhra Pradesh, and Bihar, which shared their respective approaches to livelihood development.
Sampath Kumar, Meghalaya’s Principal Secretary and Development Commissioner, highlighted the government’s commitment to inclusive development, stating, “This partnership is a significant step towards serving 50,000 single mothers and the poorest households in the state.” The collaboration is expected to create lasting impacts by empowering vulnerable communities and fostering sustainable livelihoods throughout Meghalaya.
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