Visit to Makhana-Producing Region
Union Agriculture Minister visited Darbhanga, Bihar, on February 23, 2025, alongside Bihar Deputy Chief Minister to engage with makhana producers.
Formation of Makhana Board
- Finance Minister announced the formation of a Makhana Board in Bihar.
- The board's framework will be developed with input from farmers, addressing their challenges.
Support for Makhana Cultivation
- Minister emphasized the significance of makhana as a superfood with potential global impact.
- He assured cooperation in marketing, branding, and packaging efforts for makhana.
National Research Centre for Makhana (NRCM)
- The Union Minister visited a makhana processing unit at the NRCM along with local dignitaries.
- He acknowledged Atal Bihari Vajpayee for establishing this center in Darbhanga.
Challenges and Solutions for Makhana Farmers
- Farmers face significant hardships in producing makhana.
- Advancements like thornless seeds and mechanization are expected to ease these challenges.
Future Directions for Makhana Board
- The board will focus on research, mechanization, and ensuring fair prices for producers.
- Aim to enhance the global popularity of makhana.
Other Remarks
- Minister advocated for one nation, one election to prevent developmental delays caused by frequent elections.
