Parliament Question: Development of Van Dhan Vikas Kendras under PM-JVM

**Executive Summary** This document is the answer given in Lok Sabha on 12/02/2026 to Unstarred Question No. 2205 regarding the development of Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) under the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PM-JVM). It details the scheme's financial support, operational structure, and progress, including the number of VDVKs sanctioned and their sales performance, particularly in Odisha. During the financial year 2025-26, TRIFED has not received any proposal for establishment of VDVKs under PMJVM scheme from the State Nodal Department and State Implementing Agency (SIA) of Odisha. **Key Points / Main Content** * **VDVK Establishment and Purpose:** * The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, through TRIFED, provides financial support under the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) for establishing Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs). * VDVKs are clusters of tribal Self-Help Groups (SHGs) designed to promote economic development by utilizing natural resources, adding value, creating marketing linkages, and fostering sustainable livelihoods. * **VDVK Structure and Funding:** * A typical VDVK consists of approximately 15 SHGs, with up to 300 members. * SHGs are led by a tribal member, and at least 70% of VDVK members are tribal. * A maximum of ₹15 Lakhs is provided for establishing a single VDVK, covering raw materials, training, tool kits, mentoring, and expenses for packaging, branding, transportation, and storage. * **Marketing and Sales Assistance:** * TRIFED helps VDVKs establish market linkages by facilitating sales through pan-India Tribes India stores and online platforms. * VDVKs can increase sales by participating in exhibitions, melas, Aadi Bazaars, and Aadi Mahotsavs. * Efforts are being made to enhance B2B collaborations to assist VDVKs in bulk sales. * **Odisha VDVK Statistics:** * 170 VDVKs have been sanctioned in Odisha under the PMJVM, with a total sanctioned amount of Rs. 2,479.25 lakhs, associating 50,094 members. * 150 of the 170 sanctioned VDVKs in Odisha are operational. * These VDVKs have reported cumulative sales of Rs 2,459.91 lakhs, including sales of Minor Forest Produce (MFP) under the PMJVM scheme. * Sales amounting to Rs.366.91 lakhs have been achieved by these VDVKs during the period FY 2025–26. **Impact Analysis** **Stakeholder: Tribal Communities** * **Impact:** Benefit from economic development through VDVKs, leading to increased income and sustainable livelihoods. * **Action Required:** Participate actively in SHGs within VDVKs, utilize the provided resources and training for optimal resource utilization and value addition. **Stakeholder: Self-Help Groups (SHGs)** * **Impact:** Receive support and resources to enhance their economic activities. * **Action Required:** Form VDVKs, maintain tribal representation, and actively engage in production, marketing, and sales activities. **Stakeholder: TRIFED** * **Impact:** Responsible for providing financial support, establishing market linkages, and facilitating VDVK operations. * **Action Required:** Continue to support VDVKs through financial assistance, marketing opportunities, and B2B collaborations; also, track VDVK progress and sales performance. **Stakeholder: State Nodal Department and State Implementing Agency (SIA) of Odisha** * **Impact:** Responsible for submitting proposals for the establishment of VDVKs under PMJVM scheme. * **Action Required:** During the financial year 2025-26, submit proposals to TRIFED for establishment of VDVKs under PMJVM scheme.

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