Ministry of Home Affairs Focuses on Border Development

The Border Area Development Programme (BADP), overseen by the Ministry of Home Affairs, is aimed at enhancing infrastructure in villages near India's international borders. It is now in its final phase after approving over 39,000 projects since 2004, including road and health infrastructure. Additionally, the Vibrant Villages Program focuses on the strategic development of villages along international borders, ensuring their comprehensive growth by 2028-29.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link