Livelihoods Update: 25 October 2022

Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana has reduced out-of-pocket health expenditure and facilitated citizens to save over Rs 18000 crore: Union Health Minister.

Chhattisgarh Government will aim to procure over 110 lakh MT of paddy in its paddy procurement drive; up from 98 lakh MT it procured last year.

Telangana Minister KTR launched an online petition to remove 5% GST on handloom products as it would be a huge blow to the vulnerable weavers community.

WAAREE Group is to plant 10000 saplings in farmers’ lands in Banaskantha district of Gujarat. It is going to help 500 farmers as well as reduce 500 tons of carbon dioxide.

In the 2021-22 period, Jammu and Kashmir administration has utilised only 3% of the funds allocated by the Centre for the Mid Day Meal Scheme (now PM POSHAN).

Livelihoods Update: 25 October 2022