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Tag: Minor Forest Produce

Pradeep’s Determination Paves the Way to Self-Reliance

Pradeep Kumar Ramrao Deshpande’s journey from a small entrepreneur to a self-reliant food processing unit owner highlights the impact of the PMFME scheme in Chhattisgarh. With government support, modern machinery, and solar-powered operations, his minor forest produce–based enterprise has created sustainable livelihoods, empowered women self-help groups, and expanded markets across four states.

Central Processing Unit at Jamgaon M Boosts Rural Economy and Employment

The Central Processing Unit (CPU) established at Jamgaon M in Durg district is emerging as a key driver of rural economic growth by generating employment through forest produce processing, herbal product manufacturing and value addition under the ‘Chhattisgarh Herbal’ brand.