**Executive Summary**
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia laid the foundation stone for the ₹80 crore Agarwood Value Chain Development Scheme in Tripura on January 24, 2026. The scheme aims to boost Tripura's agarwood production capacity by up to 50%. The Matabari Tourism Circuit was to be inaugurated on Friday, January 25, 2026.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Agarwood Value Chain Development Scheme:**
* Foundation stone laid by Union Minister Scindia in North Fulkabari, Tripura.
* ₹80 crore investment to strengthen the agarwood value chain.
* Aims to increase Tripura's agarwood production capacity by up to 50%.
* **Central Processing Centres (CPCs):**
* Two CPCs to be established: one in Golaghat (Assam) and one in Tripura.
* CPCs will enable comprehensive processing, branding, and marketing.
* Aim to eliminate middlemen and ensure farmers receive the full value of their produce.
* **Global Market Access:**
* Steps taken to enhance global competitiveness of the agarwood sector.
* Process for obtaining a Geographical Indication (GI) tag is underway.
* Export quotas increased six-fold (agarwood chips from 25,000 kg to 1.5 lakh kg, agarwood oil from 1,500 kg to 7,500 kg).
* Integration of sites and permissions on a digital platform to connect farmers directly with international markets.
* **Potential Growth:**
* Tripura's agarwood market has the potential to develop an annual turnover of ₹2,000 crore in the next 3-4 years.
* Buyer-seller meets are being organized to connect farmers directly with global markets.
* **Other Development Initiatives**
* Laid foundation stones and inaugurated projects worth ₹220 crore.
* Reviewed the Agartala Government Inter College project (₹192 crore) and the Maternal & Child Health Hospital (₹200 crore).
* Will lay the foundation stone for the ₹280 crore Matabari Tourism Circuit on Sunday, January 26, 2026.
**Impact Analysis**
**Agarwood Farmers in Tripura and Assam**
* **Impact:** Will receive the full value of their agarwood produce by eliminating middlemen and connecting directly with international markets. They will also benefit from the increased production capacity and global market access.
* **Action Required:** Engage with the new CPCs for processing, branding, and marketing. Utilize the digital platform to connect directly with international markets.
**Tripura Government**
* **Impact:** Collaboration with the Union Government will lead to global recognition for the state's agarwood sector, contributing to the state's economic growth and the "Atmanirbhar Bharat" initiative.
* **Action Required:** Continue to partner with the Union Government on the development and implementation of the Agarwood Value Chain Development Scheme.
**Agarwood Industry Stakeholders**
* **Impact:** The scheme will strengthen the entire agarwood value chain, creating new opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs in processing, branding, marketing, and export.
* **Action Required:** Adapt to new regulations, take advantage of increased quotas, and utilize digital resources to expand market reach.
**Consumers**
* **Impact:** Increased quality of end products and increased availability.
* **Action Required:** Be open to considering a broader variety of Agarwood products.
Key Entities Referenced
Agarwood Value Chain Development Scheme: A ₹80 crore scheme aimed at increasing Tripura's agarwood production capacity and enhancing the agarwood value chain.
Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER): The ministry responsible for development initiatives, including the Agarwood Value Chain Development Scheme, in the North Eastern region.
Tripura: The primary state where the Agarwood Value Chain Development Scheme is being implemented.
PM-DevINE: Funded under PM-DevINE
Ministry of Development of North-East Region
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia Lays
Foundation Stone of ₹80 Crore Agarwood Value
Chain Development Scheme
Agarwood sector will become a strong example of ‘Local to
Global’ under PM Modi’s leadership: Scindia
Tripura’s agarwood farmers will receive full value under the
leadership of Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha: Scindia
Scheme aims to increase Tripura’s production capacity by up
to 50%
प्रव तथ: 24 JAN 2026 6:45PM by PIB Delhi
Agartala, Tripura
Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and Communications, Shri
Jyotiraditya Scindia, on Saturday, during the second day of his three-day visit to Tripura and Assam,
reached North Fulkabari in Tripura, where he laid the foundation stone of the ₹80 crore Agarwood Value
Chain Development Scheme.
On the occasion, the Union Minister said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a
developed Northeast, he has brought several development initiatives for the region during this visit. Some
of these were dedicated to the public on the first day of the visit on Friday, the foundation stone for the
agarwood value chain has been laid today, and tomorrow the Matabari Tourism Circuit will be inaugurated
as the one of the biggest gift of this visit.
Shri Scindia stated that India’s agarwood production capacity is primarily concentrated in Tripura and
Assam, and this scheme aims to infuse new energy into the strengths of both states.Complete Agarwood Value Chain to be Developed through ₹80 Crore Scheme: Scindia--
Union Minister Shri Scindia explained that the scheme will strengthen the entire agarwood value chain
from trees in farmers’ fields to perfume bottles in international markets.
He informed that two Central Processing Centres (CPCs) will be established under the scheme, one in
Golaghat (Assam) and the other in this region of Tripura. These centres will enable comprehensive
processing, branding and marketing, eliminating middlemen and ensuring that farmers receive the full
value of their produce.
GI Tag, Increased Export Quota and Digital Permissions to Enable Global Market Access--
Union Minister said several key steps have been taken to make the agarwood sector globally competitive.
The process for obtaining a Geographical Indication (GI) tag is underway; export quotas have been
increased six-fold; agarwood chips exports have been raised from 25,000 kg to 1.5 lakh kg; agarwood oilexports from 1,500 kg to 7,500 kg; and sites and permissions are being integrated on a digital platform so
that farmers can directly connect with international markets.
He emphasized that the clear objective is to remove intermediaries and ensure that the full benefit reaches
farmers directly.
Fulkabari’s Agarwood Sector: A Living Example of ‘Local to Global’ and ‘ODOP’--
The Union Minister said that Fulkabari’s agarwood sector stands as one of the strongest examples of
Prime Minister Modi’s vision of ‘Local to Global’, ‘Vocal for Local’ and ‘One District One Product
(ODOP)’.
He noted that India currently has around 150 million agarwood trees, nearly 90% of which are located in
the Northeastern states. Through this scheme, Tripura’s production capacity is expected to increase by up
to 50%.Tripura’s Agarwood Market Has Potential for ₹2,000 Crore Annual Turnover with Direct Global
Linkages--
Minister expressed confidence that within the next 3–4 years, Tripura’s agarwood market alone can
develop an annual turnover potential of ₹2,000 crore.
To connect farmers directly with global markets, buyer-seller meets are being organized. He cited a recent
meeting with buyers from Qatar, where farmers were directly linked with international purchasers.
Commitment to Taking Tripura to New Heights under the Prime Minister’s Guidance--
Concluding his address, the Union Minister said that this scheme is a result of Prime Minister Narendra
Modi’s vision of focusing on the unique strengths of each state. Continuous efforts have been underway in
this direction for over a year, and today those efforts have borne fruit.
He expressed confidence that in partnership with the Tripura Government, the agarwood sector will be
given global recognition, making the state a new benchmark in the journey towards Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Series of Development Initiatives for Tripura Continues--
Minister Scindia stated that while he is in Tripura today for the agarwood project, several other
development initiatives for the state are also progressing. Just yesterday, he laid foundation stones and
inaugurated projects worth ₹220 crore, reviewed the Agartala Government Inter College project (₹192
crore) and the Maternal & Child Health Hospital (₹200 crore).
Union Minister further informed that on Sunday, he will lay the foundation stone for the ₹280 crore
Matabari Tourism Circuit.
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