Replying to a question of Shri Sadanand Mhalu Shet tanavade, the Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs Shri Durga Das Uikey today informed in Rajya Sabha that TRIFED has entered into collaboration with organizations like NIFT and HPMC to encourage tribal entrepreneurship in February, 2025.

The MoUs, have been signed to support the tribal artisans with following main objectives:

1. Improving product designs.
2. Infusion of technology.
3. Enhancement of market access.

These MoUs aim to strengthen and spread the tribal products and promoting their culture in various parts of the country. These collaborations aim to provide wider market access through their online and offline platforms and assist in sustainable livelihoods to all sections including PVTGs. The initiatives will drive entrepreneurship, skill development, and global recognition of tribal craftsmanship.

TRIFED undertakes retail marketing of tribal products through TRIBES India Outlets as well as E-Commerce & Exhibitions. Partnerships with various organizations may expand the reach of tribal products by prioritizing their inclusion in production clusters, providing direct market access and implementing fair pricing mechanisms.

TRIFED has facilitated on boarding of more than 13,000 products made by tribal artisans/ producers on ecommerce platforms. On receipt of specific proposals, TRIFED may scale up similar partnerships with other organizations to further enhance the market reach of tribal products.

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