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    Central Himalayan Environment Association (CHEA)

    Verified · checked 13 September 2026

    Based on a single primary source; not yet cross-checked independently.

    Headquarters
    Nainital, Uttarakhand
    Founded
    1981
    Registration type
    Registered society
    Registered
    1982
    Tax exemptions
    12A and 80G
    Reach
    1 state

    What they do

    The Central Himalayan Environment Association (CHEA) is a society established on 2 October 1981 and registered in May 1982, headquartered in Nainital. It works through four thematic groups on climate change adaptation in mountain regions, rural livelihood generation for poverty reduction, promotion of Himalayan art, culture and handicrafts, and research and documentation of regional environmental practices. CHEA is registered to receive foreign contributions under FCRA, holds 12A and 80G income-tax status, and is accredited as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation by India's Department of Scientific and Industrial Research.

    EnvironmentRural developmentArts and culture

    Where they work

    Uttarakhand: Nainital

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