BORDER AREA DEVELOPMENT SCHEME

**Executive Summary** This document outlines the Border Area Development Scheme, detailing the approval and implementation of the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP-I and VVP-II). VVP-I focuses on the comprehensive development of villages in 46 blocks bordering northern India, with significant projects already sanctioned. VVP-II, a central sector scheme, will extend comprehensive development to villages along other international land borders until FY 2028-29. Additionally, the document lists 15 operationalised Integrated Check Posts (ICPs) for trade and passenger movement. **Key Points / Main Content** * **Vibrant Villages Programme-I (VVP-I):** * Approved for comprehensive development of select villages in 46 blocks across 19 districts bordering northern India (Arunachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh, Sikkim, Uttarakhand). * Since inception, 2662 projects worth ₹1161.81 Crore have been sanctioned, covering livelihood generation, village infrastructure, health infrastructure, and other essential services. * 112 roads and 35 LSBs worth ₹2513.35 Crore have been sanctioned to connect 135 villages, aiming to enhance connectivity and boost tourism in Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Uttarakhand. * **Border Area Development Programme:** * 38715 projects with an estimated cost of ₹7935.05 Crore have been completed in 16 States and 2 Union Territories, including livelihood projects. * **Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II):** * Approved as a Central Sector Scheme with a financial outlay of ₹6839 Crores until FY 2028-29. * Aims for comprehensive development of select villages along international land borders (ILBs), excluding the Northern Border covered by VVP-I. * Objectives include assimilation of border populations, creating better living conditions, providing adequate livelihood opportunities, and deterring inimical activities. * **Integrated Check Posts (ICPs):** * LPAI has developed and operationalised 15 ICPs along International Borders to facilitate trade and passenger movement. * Details of operationalisation, including location, state, international border, and date of operationalization, are provided for each ICP. **Impact Analysis** * **Border Area Populations (Villages and Residents):** * **Impact:** Direct beneficiaries of enhanced infrastructure, livelihood opportunities, improved living conditions, and assimilation into the national fabric through VVP-I and VVP-II. Increased connectivity and tourism potential. * **Action Required:** To participate in and benefit from the development projects and initiatives. * **Local Administrations and State Governments:** * **Impact:** Responsible for the implementation and oversight of the development programmes within their respective states and districts. Facilitation of project execution. * **Action Required:** Continued cooperation and coordination with the Ministry of Home Affairs and relevant departments for the successful implementation of VVP-I, VVP-II, and other border area development initiatives. * **Ministries and Departments involved in Convergence:** * **Impact:** Contribution to the comprehensive development of border villages through convergence of schemes and resources. * **Action Required:** Continued collaboration and integration of efforts with the Ministry of Home Affairs under the VVP-I framework. * **Trade and Passenger Movement Stakeholders (Businesses, Transporters, Travelers):** * **Impact:** Enhanced efficiency and facilitation of trade and passenger movement due to the operationalisation of 15 ICPs. * **Action Required:** To utilize the facilities provided by the operationalised ICPs for cross-border activities.

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