INCOME OF TRIBAL PRODUCERS IN TRIPURA
The article details the efforts of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, through TRIFED, to enhance the income of tribal producers, particularly in Tripura. It highlights the implementation of schemes like Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) and Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs), which focus on livelihood generation, value addition, and market linkage for tribal products. A key aspect is the notification of Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 87 Minor Forest Produces (MFPs) to ensure fair returns for tribal gatherers, with specific examples and regional applicability mentioned.
The article details the efforts of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, through TRIFED, to enhance the income of tribal producers, particularly in Tripura. It highlights the implementation of schemes like Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) and Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs), which focus on livelihood generation, value addition, and market linkage for tribal products. A key aspect is the notification of Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 87 Minor Forest Produces (MFPs) to ensure fair returns for tribal gatherers, with specific examples and regional applicability mentioned.
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GS Paper 2: Social Justice - Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections (Tribals)
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