Value Addition
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Empowering Tribal Women through Turmeric-Based Livelihoods in Koraput, Odisha
In the scenic but isolated terrain of Laxmipur block in Koraput district, tribal communities have long depended on turmeric cultivation as a major source of livelihood. However, lack of market access, processing capacity, and financial literacy rendered them vulnerable to systemic exploitation. The Turmeric Based Livelihoods Development initiative emerged as a response to this socio-economic marginalization.
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Empowering Tribal Women through Van Dhan Vikas Kendras in Rajasthan
Van Dhan Vikas Yojana (VDVY) was launched as a transformative tribal livelihood programme to channel the potential of minor forest produce (MFP) into sustainable income for tribal women. It builds upon the SHG platform of Rajeevika, aiming to convert tribal gatherers into empowered entrepreneurs.