During the program organized at Science College ground in the capital Raipur, MP Shri Rahul Gandhi and Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel reached the stall of Van Dhan Vikas Kendra Dhamtari. Here information about 21 types of products being made from 11 types of forest produce including aloe vera was given to the guests. Seeing the products being made by the self-help group at the venue itself, MP Shri Rahul Gandhi also showed interest and himself made soap from Aloe Vera. The soap made by Shri Rahul Gandhi was gifted to him. At the same time, during the visit of the Dome of Forest Development and Employment Mission, MP Shri Rahul Gandhi also reached the stalls set up by the Chhattisgarh State Handloom Development and Marketing Association. Finding Mr. Gandhi comfortable in his midst here, weaver Mr. Narsingh Devangan presented him a state gamchha of Chhattisgarh. . Reaching various stalls of Van Dhan Vikas Kendra, MP Shri Rahul Gandhi inquired about his works and employment. Member of Parliament Shri Rahul Gandhi, who reached the stall of Chhattisgarh Khadi and Village Industries Department, was apprised of the various types of cocoons produced in Chhattisgarh and the products made from them, fabric manufacturing and value addition in them like tattooing, embroidery, cotton (pony) manufacturing of garments. Information given. Shri Rahul Gandhi asked the women of Self Help Groups about their employment opportunities. During this a group member Ms. Narayani Tekam told them that 21 types of products are made by her group. On selling it in the market, the group earns 50-60 thousand rupees in a month. Each member gets an income of 4-5 thousand in a month. It is worth noting that after the formation of the new government in Chhattisgarh, 61 forest produce is being purchased at support price, increasing from 7 to Rs. This has resulted in an improvement in the standard of living of the forest dwellers. The sale of forest produce has provided employment to the forest dwellers, but also got economic strength. To show the story of development from forest produce, a Dome of Forest Development and Employment Mission has been built in Science College ground. Products made from forest produce produced in Chhattisgarh are being sold under the brand name ‘Chhattisgarh Herbals’. A stall displaying various products of the brand ‘Chhattisgarh Herbals’ has been set up in the Dome of the Forest Development and Employment Mission. Where a premium gift hamper has also been prepared by mixing the products of Chhattisgarh Herbals brand Honey, Mahua Cookies, Bastar Cashew, Amla Murabba, Chyawanprosh manufactured by Self Help Group. Giving information about the Chhattisgarh Herbals brand, Administration Head Dr. Devyani Sharma said that “Chhattisgarh Herbals” has earned Rs 7 crore in the last 9 months by selling various products. This is an increase of 460 per cent over the last year’s sales. Interest shown in “Aamcho Bastar” campaign – Eco-tourism and adventure sports are being encouraged in Bastar under the “Aamcho Bastar” campaign on behalf of the district administration, which was reflected in the Dome of Forest Development and Employment Mission. Rock climbing was demonstrated in front of MP Shri Rahul Gandhi here. MP Shri Rahul Gandhi was told that more than two thousand people are involved in “Aamcho Bastar Tourism Union”. This includes village level tourism committee, dance party, home stay, hand craftsmen. MP Shri Rahul Gandhi was told that more than two thousand people are involved in “Aamcho Bastar Tourism Union”. The film on Bastar tourism was also screened in front of the guests. Taste of Bastar Thali – In the Dome of Forest Development and Employment Mission, MP Shri Rahul Gandhi and Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel made Madiya Page, Sulfi, Chapda Chutney, Tamarind Chutney, Kanda Bhaji, Desi Chicken, Laddu, Jaggery Coconut Laddu, Bastar Coffee, Saw the “Bastar ki Thali” decorated by including mango. Seeing the plate full of various delicacies and drinks from Bastar, a different thrill appeared on the face of MP Shri Rahul Gandhi. He learned about all the dishes and tasted them. Like this:Like Loading… Continue Reading