Aizawl, Feb 17, 2026: Lalnilawma, Minister for Rural Development & Administration, on Monday flagged off 19 vehicles for Self Help Group (SHG) members under the Aajeevika Grameen Express Yojana (AGEY) scheme.
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| RD Minister Lalnilawma flags off AGEY vehicles for SHG members in Aizawl to strengthen rural livelihoods and connectivity. (Image: DIPR Mizoram) |
The distribution programme, organised by the Mizoram State Rural Livelihoods Mission (MzSRLM) and RD&AD Department, was held at MINECO Open Gym in Aizawl. The vehicles - 17 Mahindra Pik-Ups and 2 Maruti Super Carry vans - will benefit SHG members from 12 RD Blocks, including Lungsen, Aibawk, Khawbung, Lunglei and others.
Addressing the gathering, the Minister described the occasion as one of the most fulfilling moments of his career, recalling the early days of MzSRLM’s implementation in the state. He lauded SHG members for their progress in entrepreneurship and production activities over the past decade.
He emphasised responsible use and proper maintenance of the vehicles, urging beneficiaries to ensure timely loan repayment, insurance coverage and pollution checks.
AGEY, launched in August 2017 under DAY-NRLM, aims to provide sustainable livelihood opportunities to rural SHG members by facilitating transport services for local communities, improving connectivity to markets, schools and healthcare facilities.
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Officials informed that 48 vehicles had earlier been distributed to 12 blocks under the scheme during 2017–18. Under AGEY, financial assistance is routed through Cluster Level Federations (CLFs), enabling SHG members to procure vehicles through interest-free loans repayable within six years.
The initiative is expected to strengthen rural livelihoods and enhance last-mile connectivity across Mizoram.
