One District One Product (ODOP)
Product List:
Makhana: Makhana is a type of seed derived from Euryale ferox plant. They are also sometimes referred to as Fox Nuts or Lotus Seeds. Makhana is widely cultivated throughout Asia and often used in Medicine and Cuisine. They are also sometimes roasted and enjoyed as a Savory Snack or added to curies, side dishes or desserts. The health benefits and nutritional value of Makhanas make them a popular choice for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Nearly 90% of world production of Makhana comes from Bihar, Specifically the 10 District of Bihar i.e. Darbhanga, Madhubani, Sitamarhi, Katihar, Purnea, Kishanganj, Araria, Saharsha, Supaul & Madhepura. Makhana of this region has been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag by the Union Government.
In Purnea District, there is a huge opportunities for Makhana Processing Industries. Nearly about 20% of Makhana of Bihar is cultivated in Purnea. Approximately in 5600 hectare of land Makhana is cultivated in Purnea and trade is nearly about 3500 MT per annum. Thousands of persons are involved directly and indirectly in Makhana Cultivation, processing & Trading. Various Government Scheme like PMEGP,PMFME,MMUY, Makhana Vikash Yojna, SIPB etc are implemented by Central/State govt. for the development of Makhana Cultivation/Processing in the region.
Details of Nodal Officer:-
S.no | Name of Nodal Officer | Designation | Address | Contact Number | Email ID |
1 | Sanjeev Kumar | GM DIC | Collectorate, Purnea | 7320923251 | dicpurnia[at]gmail[dot]com |
2 | Dazy Rani | SDC, Purnea | Collectorate, Purnea | 7050230172 | dazy.rani1989[at]gov[dot]in |
Dedicated Helpline or Call Center/Support/Grievance desk for ODOP :-
CONTACT US:-
NAME | DESIGNATION | OFFICE/INSTITUTION | CONTACT |
Dr. Anil Kumar | Assistant Professor cum Scientist | Bhola Paswan Shastri Agriculture College, Purnea | Mob: 8864064870
Email: anil0795[at]bausabour[dot]ac[dot]in |
Sanjeev kumar | General Manager | District Industries Center, Purnea | Mob: 7320923251
Email: dicpurnia[at]gmail[dot]com |
List of activities being undertaken by district administration under the ODOP Initiative :-
- PROVIDE LOAN TO BENEFICIARIES UNDER PMEGP/PMFME/MAKHANA VIKASH YOJANA / MMUY/SIPB SCHEME etc.
- PROVIDE ASSISTANCE / TRAINING TO BENEFICIARIES BY RSETI AND DISTRICT INDUSTRIES CENTRE
List of Mentors registered with Districts to provide mentorship to beneficiaries:-
S.no | Name of the Mentor | Designation | Address | Contact | Email Id |
1 | Sanjeev Kumar | GM DIC | Collectorate, Purnea | 7320923251 | dicpurnia[at]gmail[dot]com |
2 | Dr. Anil Kumar | Assistant Professor cum Scientist | Bhola Paswan Shastri Agriculture College, Purnea | 8864064870 | anil0795[at]bausabour[dot]ac[dot]in |
3 | Rahul Kumar | ASST DIRECTOR HORTICULTURE | Khushkibagh, Purnea | 9431818952 | dho-purnea-bih@nic.in |
Funding Support Available, with clearly laid out procedures to avail the same:-
S.No | Credit Facility/Scheme | Contact Detail | Eligibility | Link to apply | |
1 | PMEGP | 7320923251 | 18 Years Age and 8th Pass | www.kvic.org.in / www.kviconline.gov.in |
2 | PMFME | 7320923251 | 18 Years Age and 8th Pass | pmfme.mofpi.gov.in/ |
DETAILS OF RULES, REGULATIONS, ACTS, GOVT SCHEMES INTRODUCED OR AMENDED TO PROPEL THE ODOP INITIATIVE IN THE DISTRICT:-
IMPORTANT LINKS:-
DEVELOPMENT OF MAKHANA IN BIHAR
DETAILS OF DEPARTMENT PROVIDING INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT TO BENEFICIARIES AVAILING SUPPORT UNDER ODOP INITIATIVE:-
S.NO | NAME OF SPOC | DEPARTMENT | ADDRESS | CONTACT | EMAIL ID |
1. | Dr. Anil Kumar | Assistant Professor cum Scientist | Bhola Paswan Shastri Agriculture College, Purnea | 8864064870 | anil0795[at]bausabour[dot]ac[dot]in |
2. | SANJEEV KUMAR | INDUSTRIES | COLLECTORATE PURNEA | 7588822890 | dicpurnia[at]gmail[dot]com |
3. | RAHUL KUMAR | ASST DIRECTOR HORTICULTURE | Khushkibagh, Purnea | 9431818952 | dho-purnea-bih@nic.in |