Raipur, April 8, 2026: A Van Dhan Vikas Kendra in Panchakki, Jashpur district, has emerged as a strong model of tribal entrepreneurship and forest-based rural livelihoods, helping self-help groups generate more than ₹23 lakh in annual income.
The centre, operating under the Prime Minister Janjatiya Van Dhan Vikas Yojana (PMJVM) with support from Chhattisgarh State Minor Forest Produce Federation (CGMFED) and TRIFED, is enabling tribal communities to move beyond subsistence farming and wage labour through value addition of minor forest produce.
From forest herbs to branded wellness products
SHG members are producing Ayurveda-inspired herbal products such as:
- Chyawanprash
- Vasavaleh
- Kaunchpak
- Arogya Amrit
These products are prepared using medicinal herbs sourced from forests, creating a steady local employment ecosystem.
Strong revenue performance
For FY 2025–26, the SHGs under the Panchakki VDVK reported ₹23.16 lakh in annual sales, while their five-year average annual turnover stands at ₹31.9 lakh, reflecting sustained market demand and product consistency.
