Meghalaya Basin Development Authority: Transforming lives through innovative governance

The Meghalaya Basin Development Authority (MBDA) was set up in March 2011. MBDA aims to address management of natural resources in the state while addressing issues of livelihoods among the rural communities with emphasis on sustainable good practices. Its strategies focus on leveraging the strengths of the land while adapting to climate change, without degradation to the environment.
MBDA creates necessary eco-systems to facilitate developmental actions based on the demands of locals. Since partnership promotes ownership and accountability, each citizen working with MBDA are known as “Partners” rather than “Beneficiaries”, this further ensures sustainability of interventions. Citizens are provided with technical and non-technical support to pursue livelihood activities of their choice.
Aiban Swer