Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana (PMVDY)
Ministry of Tribal Affairs, implemented via TRIFED
Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana sets up Van Dhan Vikas Kendras formed by clusters of about 15 tribal Self Help Groups, giving training, working capital and value addition equipment so gatherers of minor forest produce earn better prices for their produce.
Key facts
- Nodal ministry
- Ministry of Tribal Affairs, implemented via TRIFED
- Level
- Central and State
- Launched
- 2018
- Last date
- Open all year.
What you get
Sets up Van Dhan Vikas Kendras, each formed by clusters of about 15 Self Help Groups of tribal gatherers of minor forest produce, providing training, working capital and value addition equipment to process and sell forest produce at better prices.
Who is eligible
Scheduled Tribe forest produce gatherers and artisans organised into Self Help Groups under a Van Dhan Vikas Kendra cluster, coordinated by the state and TRIFED.
Documents you need
Aadhaar, tribal or ST certificate, SHG membership proof, bank account details
How to apply
Tribal gatherers form or join a Self Help Group under the state's guidance. The state proposes Van Dhan Vikas Kendra clusters to TRIFED for approval, after which approved kendras receive training and seed capital.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for Van Dhan Yojana?
Scheduled Tribe forest produce gatherers and artisans organised into Self Help Groups under a Van Dhan Vikas Kendra cluster.
What support does a Van Dhan Vikas Kendra get?
Training, working capital or seed funding, and value addition equipment to process and market minor forest produce.
How is a Van Dhan Vikas Kendra formed?
About 15 Self Help Groups of tribal gatherers form a cluster, proposed by the state to TRIFED for approval.
Which agency implements Van Dhan Yojana?
TRIFED implements it for the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, working with State Implementing Agencies.
When was PM Van Dhan Yojana launched?
It was launched in 2018 to support tribal minor forest produce gatherers.