The Centre is mulling a “One District One Product” scheme to boost manufacturing hit by Covid-19 and it has begun initial preparations with the states.
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One District One Product (ODOP) initiative is operationally merged with ‘Districts as Export Hub’ initiative being implemented by DGFT, Department of Commerce, with Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) as a major stakeholder.
The objective is to convert each District of the country into an Export Hub by
Identifying products with export potential in the District
Addressing bottlenecks for exporting these products
Supporting local exporters/manufacturers to scale up manufacturing
Find potential buyers outside India with the aim of promoting exports, promoting manufacturing & services industry in the District and generate employment in the District.
As far as Rajasthan is concerned, two products namely Blue Pottery (Jaipur) and Markhana Marbels (Nagaur) are among the identifi ed products.
Objectives of ODOP Program of Uttar Pradesh
Preserve and develop local crafts and promote traditional art
Decline in migration for employment
Improve product quality and develop local skills
Connect production with tourism through live demos and sales outlets for gifts and souvenirs
Resolve issues of economic difference and regional imbalance.
Context:
The Centre is mulling a “One District One Product” scheme to boost manufacturing hit by Covid-19 and it has begun initial preparations with the states.
About:
Objectives of ODOP Program of Uttar Pradesh