Tripura, a vibrant state in Northeast India, is home to a diverse group of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) that are driving positive change across health, education, environment, women’s empowerment, community development and more. These NGOs work closely with local communities — from urban centres like Agartala to rural tribal regions — fostering sustainable social impact and inclusive development.
1. Association for Social and Human Advancement (ASHA), Agartala
A major social service organisation focused on socio-economic development, especially for poorer and marginalised sections in Tripura and across the Northeast. ASHA promotes leadership training, self-help groups (SHGs), youth empowerment, education and community collaboration rooted in peace and justice.
2. Voluntary Health Association of Tripura (VHAT)
Founded in 1988, this NGO strengthens state-level health initiatives and networks of community-based organisations. VHAT focuses on public health advocacy, elementary education, environmental awareness, child welfare and capacity building for grassroots organisations. It has become a key player in shaping health and education programmes across Tripura.
3. Jana Unnayan Samiti Tripura
A social development wing of the Diocese of Agartala, Jana Unnayan Samiti works toward integrated community development. Their programmes include disaster management support, gender equality initiatives, natural resource management, and empowerment of poor and marginalised communities through dialogue and people’s organisation.
4. Grow Billion Trees Foundation
Focused on environmental conservation and sustainability, this organisation inspires tree planting and biodiversity protection across Tripura. Through partnerships with local communities, corporates and volunteers, they promote ecological awareness, green livelihoods and landscape restoration.
5. Tripura Foundation
Working at the intersection of education, health and women’s empowerment, Tripura Foundation runs literacy and healthcare camps, supports women’s self-help groups, and implements grassroots development programmes that enrich lives and strengthen community resilience.
6. Prayas Tripura
A dedicated organisation for child welfare and education, Prayas Tripura operates learning centres and supports underprivileged children in accessing quality education. Their efforts have helped reduce school drop-out rates and improve educational outcomes in remote areas.
7. SEVA Tripura
SEVA (Social and Economic Voluntary Action) focuses on rural development and poverty alleviation through projects in agriculture, clean water management, skill development and sustainable livelihoods — enabling communities to become self-reliant and economically stable.
8. Tripura State AIDS Control Society
This NGO works to raise awareness on HIV/AIDS prevention, reduce stigma and expand healthcare access for affected individuals. Their outreach and support services play a critical role in public health education and community care.
9. Tripura Animal Welfare Society
Dedicated to animal rescue and welfare, this organisation rehabilitates stray and injured animals and conducts campaigns on responsible pet ownership and ethical treatment of animals across Tripura.
10. Tripura Women’s Development Society
This group empowers women through education, skill training and income-generation opportunities, helping women achieve financial independence, social confidence and leadership roles within their communities.
🌍 Final Thoughts
NGOs in Tripura are vital catalysts for social change — working where government programmes, community efforts and individual aspirations intersect. From health and education to environment and women’s empowerment, these organisations not only serve vulnerable communities but also shape a sustainable, inclusive future for the state.
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