Meghalaya Unveils First Rubber Latex Unit, Boosts Farmer Support
Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma inaugurated the state's first centrifuged latex manufacturing unit in East Garo Hills. The project, funded by the state, aims to benefit 3,000 rubber farmers, enhancing local entrepreneurship. New units in food and agriculture sectors are underway to boost the economy and farmer incomes.
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In a pivotal move, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma inaugurated the state's maiden rubber latex manufacturing unit at Koksi Nengsat in East Garo Hills. This initiative underlined the government's commitment to boosting farmer welfare and entrepreneurship, as per the Meghalaya CMO's statement.
This unit, the second of its kind in the Northeast, is spearheaded by Sr Rose of the Mendipathar Multipurpose Cooperative Society and backed by an Rs 18.8 crore investment from the state through the Meghalaya Basin Management Agency.
The inauguration promises prosperity for around 3,000 rubber farmers in the Garo Hills. Emphasizing government efforts since 2018, Sangma mentioned schemes like Focus and CM Farm+ aimed at farmer support. Highlighting entrepreneurial opportunities, he announced new ventures like 40 impending processing units, enhancing local industry and aiding the state's USD 10 billion economic target.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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