NRLM · Ministry of Rural Development · Govt. of India

Empowering Rural Communities
Through Collective Action

Model Cluster Level Federation (MCLF) unites Self-Help Groups to build sustainable livelihoods, strengthen social capital, and drive rural transformation.

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Impact at a Glance

50+
Villages Covered
200+
Self-Help Groups
5000+
Member Households
₹ 2Cr+
Credit Mobilised
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Who We Are

MCLF is a community-owned institution formed by Self-Help Group (SHG) federations at the cluster level, operating under the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India.

  • Federated body of village-level SHG groups
  • Promotes financial inclusion and credit access
  • Facilitates skill development and livelihood support
  • Strengthens social accountability and governance
  • Supports women's leadership and empowerment

Our Key Activities

We provide a range of support services to SHG members across the cluster to improve livelihoods and well-being.

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Financial Services

Facilitating bank linkages, credit access, and savings mobilisation for SHG members through formal financial institutions.

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Livelihood Support

Promotion of agriculture, animal husbandry, and non-farm enterprises to diversify and strengthen household income.

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Capacity Building

Training and skill development programmes for SHG members, community resource persons, and federation leaders.

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Social Development

Campaigns on health, nutrition, education, and sanitation to improve quality of life in rural communities.

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Monitoring & Governance

Ensuring transparent bookkeeping, audit, and democratic governance of SHG and federation operations.

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Market Linkages

Connecting SHG producers to markets, supply chains, and government procurement schemes for fair pricing.

Get In Touch

Reach out to us for more information about our programmes, membership, or partnership opportunities.

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Block Office, District Headquarters,
State – PIN Code
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+91 XXXXX XXXXX
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mclf@nrlm.gov.in
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Mon – Sat: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM