PANAJI
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday held a meeting of all the line departments to explore the role that could be played by each department and other concerned offices in the Swayampurna Goa mission.
The government also invited representatives of various Self Help Groups to analyse their contribution for the said purpose.
The CM suggested forming 12 Farmers Producing Organizations and 15 Van Dhan Kendras as a target for the first year. He insisted that these facilities be launched from December 25, 2020, and sought for proper cooperation and communication among various departments for its fulfilment. He advised tapping central grants to extend the benefit to the needy with the required action to ensure its accomplishment in a time-bound manner.
Director of Agriculture Nevil Alfonso informed about what actions have been initiated and planned for forming 12 Farmers Producers Organizations as a target for the initial year. The government intends to form clusters for various products like coconut, jackfruit, cashew, and others, making value additions to enhance the income of the farmers. He also maintained that steps would be initiated for branding Korgut rice as red rice, and make it available in the market at a suitable price.
