Agartala, Jan 10: The Tripura Rural Livelihoods Mission (TRLM) has won the prestigious SKOCH Award in New Delhi for its flagship Project TR...
Agartala, Jan 10: The Tripura Rural Livelihoods Mission (TRLM) has won the prestigious SKOCH Award in New Delhi for its flagship Project TRIPTI, a programme driving sustainable livelihoods for extremely vulnerable households in Tripura.
The award was presented at the India Habitat Centre and received by TRLM CEO Tarit Kanti Chakma, recognising the mission’s impact-driven approach to poverty reduction through structured livelihood support.
Launched in December 2023, Project TRIPTI operates in Ambassa, Ganganagar and Dasda blocks of Dhalai and North Tripura districts, targeting 4,000 of the most economically vulnerable households. The initiative follows the globally recognised Graduation Approach, designed to move families out of extreme poverty through phased financial, livelihood and capacity-building support.
With a total outlay of ₹15 crore over 36 months, the project has already disbursed ₹11.90 crore directly to beneficiaries. This includes ₹1.60 crore as Consumption Support Grants, ₹6.80 crore as first-phase Livelihood Support Grants, ₹2.40 crore as second-phase assistance, and ₹1.10 crore towards training, workshops and honoraria for community cadres.
The SKOCH Award, considered one of India’s highest civilian honours in governance and development, is conferred after a rigorous multi-stage evaluation. TRLM’s selection highlights its growing role in strengthening grassroots livelihoods and accelerating inclusive development across Tripura.
