MINISTRY OF FINANCE

Implementation Guidelines for Nagar Van Yojana (NVY) by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

By TEAM CIRCULAR EXPRESS • 16 Aug 2026
👁 2 views
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has released revised implementation guidelines for the Nagar Van Yojana (NVY) scheme. The scheme aims to develop 400 Nagar Vans and 200 Nagar Vatikas across urban areas between 2020-21 and 2024-25 to enhance green cover and biodiversity. It provides financial assistance of up to Rs. 2 crore per project for creating urban forests on forest or non-forest public land. The initiative encourages a participatory approach involving local bodies, NGOs, and corporate entities to improve urban air quality and climate resilience. Proposals are to be submitted by implementing agencies through the respective State Forest Departments.
purpose of issuance
To provide revised implementation guidelines for the Nagar Van Yojana (NVY) scheme for developing urban forests.
Most Important Details
The scheme targets 400 Nagar Vans and 200 Nagar Vatikas by 2024-25 with a total budget of Rs. 895 crore. Financial assistance is capped at Rs. 2 crore per project, with a grant of Rs. 4 lakh per hectare. Projects can be developed on forest or non-forest land within or up to 5 km from municipal limits. Implementation requires a participatory PPP model and annual audits by chartered accountants.
purpose of issuance_1
To provide revised implementation guidelines for the Nagar Van Yojana (NVY) scheme for developing urban forests.
Most Important Details_1
The scheme targets 400 Nagar Vans and 200 Nagar Vatikas by 2024-25 with a total budget of Rs. 895 crore. Financial assistance is capped at Rs. 2 crore per project, with a grant of Rs. 4 lakh per hectare. Projects can be developed on forest or non-forest land within or up to 5 km from municipal limits. Implementation requires a participatory PPP model and annual audits by chartered accountants.

Regards, Circular Express

You are viewing
Implementation Guidelines for Nagar Van Yojana (NVY) by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

For Circular Express Members Only

Enter your registered 10-digit mobile number to view this circular.

Similar Posts

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *