The Odisha government on January 29 announced the launch of LABHA (‘Laghu Bana Jatya Drabya Kraya’) Yojana a 100% State-funded minimum support price (MSP) scheme for minor forest produce (MFP).

Goverment Scheme

The Odisha government on January 29 announced the launch of LABHA (‘Laghu Bana Jatya Drabya Kraya’) Yojana a 100% State-funded minimum support price (MSP) scheme for minor forest produce (MFP). The decision, which the Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik termed historic, is likely to impact the State’s large tribal population, which numbers close to one crore or 23% of Odisha’s total population. The LABHA Yojana aims to determine the MSP for MFP annually, ensuring that primary collectors, primarily tribals, can sell their produce at the fixed MSP. The amount will be transferred as Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the beneficiary's account, targeting the inclusion of over 30,000 tribal beneficiaries. The procurement automation system, aligned with the 'Vision 5T' framework, utilizes technology to ensure transparency.


      The scheme integrates with Mission Shakti's Women SHGs to enhance the participation of tribal women.

      The State government has allocated an initial Rs 100 crore for the LABHA Yojana, with SHGs or other agencies receiving a 2% commission.

      The government will invest Rs 25 crore in a tamarind processing plant in Rayagada, utilizing tamarind procured through the LABHA Yojana for value addition, benefiting tribal communities.

 

     


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