The National Innovations on Climate-Resilient Agriculture (NICRA), a collaborative initiative under the auspices of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), commenced its inaugural phase in February 2011. The primary objective of the programme is to bolster the resilience of India’s agriculture sector against the adversities of climate change and heightened climatic susceptibility. The programme framework is comprised of four pivotal components: Strategic Research, Technology Demonstrations, Capacity Building, and Sponsored or Competitive Grants.

There are 15 KVK’s implemented under NICRA in 5 Northeastern states of India i.e., Chandel, Senapati, Ukhrul (Manipur), West Jaintia Hills, Ri Bhoi, West Garo Hills, South Garo Hills (Meghalaya), Lunglei, Serchchip, Siaha, Lawngtlai (Mizoram), Mon, Phek, Tuensang (Nagaland) and Sepahijala (Tripura).

The Project Incharge of NICRA is Dr. Amrutha T, Scientist at ICAR-ATARI Zone VII, located in Umiam-793103