Schemes

The CM - Regional Transport Scheme is a flagship initiative conceptualized under the broader Chief Minister's Elevate program. The Government of Meghalaya is launching the CM - Regional Transport Scheme as part of its broader efforts to establish a reliable bus network that links Block HQs with District HQs. The Scheme's objective is to ensure connectivity to all regions and provide fair access to essential services and economic participation. The scheme aims to ensure a minimum one round trip per day between Block HOs to District HOs with the bus reaching the District HQ by 9.30 am and departing by 5.30 pm catering to office goers, students, patients visiting hospitals, and people travelling to markets. The Scheme emphasis on entrepreneurship driven public transport service delivery. Through this scheme, the Government provides substantial financial aid to eligible entrepreneurs who are willing to operate bus services on designated routes between Block HO and District HQ. The financial support includes covering up to 50% of the total cost of the vehicle, which encompasses the total interest charged by the bank on the loan. This approach not only reduces the financial burden on entrepreneurs but also encourages them to operate on underserved routes with limited or no existing operators to enhance regional connectivity and ensure equitable access to public transport services. Through this scheme, Government intends to support the entrepreneurs to purchase vehicles from range of choices which includes up to 32-seater passenger vehicles as well as additional support such as capacity building, training. By supporting entrepreneurs in acquiring and operating the bus service between Block HQ and District HO, the government aims to create a reliable and efficient transportation network that connects remote regions with key economic and administrative centers