Significant Progress for DAY-NRLM Self-Help Groups

The Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) has mobilized over 10 crore households into 90.91 lakh Self Help Groups (SHGs), enhancing rural financial inclusion and entrepreneurship. Bank Sakhis play a crucial role in improving SHG-Bank linkages, leading to Rs 12.18 lakh crore credit access. Additionally, 5.88 lakh enterprises have been supported under the entrepreneurship component, empowering rural livelihoods.

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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