Chhattisgarh is one of the tribal states of India, with a large population of scheduled tribes (30.62% according to the 2011 census survey) out of which most of the tribes reside in the dense forests of north and south Chhattisgarh (CG) and most of them are dependent on agriculture for their livelihood and collection sale of Minor Forest Produce (MFPs), like Sal leaf, Mahua flowers, firewood, weaving, and handicraft. For procurement of these MFPs at Minimum Support Price (MSP)rates, Government schemes are implemented by designated state agencies to ensure fair monetary returns to Minor Forest Produce(MFP)gatherers. The states’44 percent area comes under forests (third largest in India area-wise), has favorable agroclimatic conditions like good rainfall, comparatively less biotic interference, and availability of cheap labor along with good connectivity to the state capital, which act as catalysts for setting up MFP based industries here. According to industrial policy 2019-2024 of Chhattisgarh, the state offers multiple incentives to MFP and medicinal plant-based industries which is a great opportunity for entrepreneurs and new startups to set up industries and contribute to the sustainable growth and development of the forest dwellers, and the overall economy of the state.
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