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Meghalaya Bamboo & MFP Scheme — Khasi, Jaintia & Garo Tribal Communities

Q: Which forest produce is covered under Meghalaya MFP tribal scheme?

Covered produce includes: bamboo (all varieties), cane/rattan, broom grass (Thysanolaena latifolia), honey (wild and apiculture), lac, medicinal and aromatic plants (ginger, turmeric, bay leaf, cinnamon, cardamom), mushrooms, jackfruit, amla, and other notified minor forest produce of Meghalaya.

Q: Are Garo tribal women eligible for the Meghalaya Bamboo MFP Scheme?

Yes. Garo tribal women collectors and processors from Garo Hills (East, West, South, North, and South Garo Hills districts) are among the priority beneficiaries of this scheme. Women SHGs organized through MILMa in Garo Hills can apply collectively and receive enhanced support including group processing unit assistance.

Q: How does TRIFED help Meghalaya tribal MFP collectors?

TRIFED (Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India) works under the Van Dhan Yojana and MFP MSP scheme to provide minimum support price for notified forest produce and connect tribal collectors to national markets. In Meghalaya, TRIFED-linked Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) process and market tribal forest produce, ensuring better income for collectors beyond the local market price.

Meghalaya Bamboo & MFP Tribal Scheme — Government of Meghalaya

Meghalaya✅ ₹5,000–₹15,000 financial support + processing equipment + TRIFED market linkage for tribal forest produce collectors and processors in Meghalaya

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Meghalaya Bamboo & MFP Tribal Scheme — Quick Info

Scheme Name	Meghalaya Bamboo and Minor Forest Produce Tribal Scheme 2026 — ₹5,000–₹15,000 for Tribal Forest Communities \| MFP Support
State / UT	Meghalaya (Meghalaya)
Launch Year	2017
Benefit	₹5,000–₹15,000 financial support + processing equipment + TRIFED market linkage for tribal forest produce collectors and processors in Meghalaya
Official Website	https://meghalaya.gov.in/schemes

What is Meghalaya Bamboo & MFP Tribal Scheme?

Meghalaya's Bamboo and Minor Forest Produce Scheme is specifically designed for Khasi, Jaintia, and Garo tribal communities (termed 'nongkynmaw ka shnong' in Khasi — forest community people) who depend on forest produce for their livelihoods. Tribal families collecting bamboo (u dieng synteng), cane/rattan, broom grass (u dieng sla), honey, lac, medicinal herbs, and other forest produce receive ₹5,000–₹15,000 support for tools, processing equipment, and market linkage. Women collectors and SHG groups get priority support.

Meghalaya Bamboo & MFP Tribal Scheme Benefits

✅ ₹5,000–₹15,000 financial support + processing equipment + TRIFED market linkage for tribal forest produce collectors and processors in Meghalaya

Meghalaya Bamboo & MFP Tribal Scheme Eligibility

Member of a recognized tribal community (Khasi, Jaintia, Garo, or other) in Meghalaya, active MFP collector or processor, registered with Forest Department or MILMa, annual non-forest income below ₹2 lakh. Priority to women and SHG members.

Required Documents

✓ Aadhaar Card
✓ Meghalaya ST (Tribal) Certificate — Khasi, Jaintia, Garo, or other recognized tribe
✓ Meghalaya Domicile Certificate
✓ Forest Department registration / MILMa SHG membership proof
✓ Self-declaration of MFP collection/processing activity
✓ Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
✓ Passport-size photograph

How to Apply for Meghalaya Bamboo & MFP Tribal Scheme?

Visit the District Forest Office or the nearest Block Development Officer (BDO) in Meghalaya. Alternatively, connect through a MILMa SHG active in your village. Bring tribal (ST) certificate, Aadhaar, Meghalaya domicile certificate, self-declaration of MFP activity, and bank passbook. Women SHGs can apply collectively through MILMa block coordinators.

1Visit the official website: https://meghalaya.gov.in/schemes
2Register with your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and verify OTP
3Fill the application form with personal and bank details
4Upload required documents
5Submit application and note your reference number
6Track application status on the government portal

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Frequently Asked Questions — Meghalaya Bamboo & MFP Tribal Scheme

What is the Meghalaya Bamboo and Minor Forest Produce Tribal Scheme?−

It is a state scheme providing ₹5,000–₹15,000 financial support to tribal communities (Khasi, Jaintia, Garo, and others) in Meghalaya who collect, process, or add value to minor forest produce — including bamboo, cane, broom grass (Thysanolaena), honey, lac, medicinal plants, and aromatic herbs. Support is for tools, processing equipment, and market linkage through TRIFED.

Which forest produce is covered under Meghalaya MFP tribal scheme?+

Are Garo tribal women eligible for the Meghalaya Bamboo MFP Scheme?+

How does TRIFED help Meghalaya tribal MFP collectors?+

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