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New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday said all tribal products with export potential will be fully supported by the Commerce Department through various channels including e-commerce platforms, international warehouses for product display and sales as well as wholesale and retail trade networks.
Addressing the Tribal Business Conclave 2025 here, the Minister informed that a plan is currently being developed to strengthen export promotion efforts to ensure that tribal products get the visibility and market access they deserve in both domestic and global markets.
Organized by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Ministry of Culture, the conference marked a historic moment during the Tribal Pride Year to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Birsa Munda.
Paying tribute to Birsa Munda, Goyal said the leader showed direction and leadership to the tribal community. He said that the nation should take inspiration from the life of Birsa Munda and follow his footsteps to uplift the tribal community, enhance livelihood and ensure that every tribal family is full of happiness and prosperity.
He said that both domestic and international markets offer immense opportunities for tribal goods and crafts and the Government is taking necessary measures to harness this potential in the coming years.
The minister emphasized that Prime Minister Narendra Modi believes that the nation can truly prosper only when the indigenous people prosper. He said India’s growth and development depends on ensuring that progress reaches every household, especially in tribal and remote areas. Goyal reiterated that the upliftment of tribal and indigenous communities remains a top priority for the government, reflecting its commitment towards inclusive and sustainable development.
Goyal also said that the budget allocation for the Ministry of Tribal Affairs has been increased by 50 percent this year. He said that under the PM-Janman Yojana, around 50 lakh families, especially from vulnerable tribal groups, have benefited. Rs 24,000 crore was distributed to improve the quality of their lives.
The event saw participation from over 250 tribal enterprises, with 150 exhibitors and over 100 tribal start-ups showcasing their innovations on the “Roots to Rise” pitching platform. The initiative provided a direct connection between entrepreneurs, investors, corporates and government buyers, creating a vibrant ecosystem for collaboration and growth.
Buyer-seller meetings were also organized to create actionable pathways for market access, skill development and policy recommendations aimed at strengthening tribal value chains from villages to global markets.
–IANS
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