Indian Government Promotes Tribal Entrepreneurship through PMJVM and NSTFDC Schemes
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs in India, through agencies like TRIFED and NSTFDC, is advancing tribal entrepreneurship with initiatives such as the 'Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission' (PMJVM). The program includes financial support and marketing aid for tribal products via 4105 sanctioned Van Dhan Vikas Kendras, engaging over 1.2 million members. TRIFED facilitates backward and forward linkages for various tribal crafts and products. Additionally, NSTFDC supports entrepreneurial activities with concessional loans and specialized schemes, and the Venture Capital Fund for Scheduled Tribes boosts tribal entrepreneurship by providing financial aid.
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