Madhya Pradesh’s recent focus on tendu leaf collectors, particularly women, brings long overdue attention to one of the most under acknowledged segments of the rural economy. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, the state has taken steps to enhance wages and expand welfare measures for these workers. While the policy direction deserves … Read more
Madhya Pradesh’s renewed push to expand dairy activities through cooperative structures reflects a strategic shift in how farm incomes are being reimagined. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, the state is positioning dairy not merely as a supplementary activity but as a central pillar of rural economic growth. The targets are ambitious. … Read more
Madhya Pradesh’s decision to raise its wheat procurement target from 78 lakh to 100 lakh metric tonnes reflects both an opportunity and a logistical test. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has framed the move as a commitment to farmers, backed by support from the Union government. At one level, the expanded target signals responsiveness to … Read more
In the evolving landscape of rural livelihoods, innovation often emerges from necessity. The “Sarguja Chheri Bank” model in Chhattisgarh is one such example, offering a fresh perspective on financial inclusion and women’s empowerment. By replacing cash based loans with livestock assets, this initiative challenges conventional ideas of rural credit and opens up new pathways to … Read more
India’s push toward clean energy is no longer confined to large scale solar parks or industrial investments. It is increasingly finding expression on the rooftops of ordinary homes. The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana represents this shift, aiming to turn electricity consumers into small scale energy producers while easing the burden of rising power … Read more
In India’s agricultural landscape, increasing farmer’s income has long depended not only on access to inputs but also on access to knowledge. The success story of Govind Jaiswal from Mungeli district highlights how the Extension Reform (ATMA) scheme is quietly transforming this equation by bringing scientific practices directly to the agriculture. Traditionally, many small farmers … Read more
