Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a major welfare package worth Rs 41.17 crore from the Kendu Leaf Welfare Fund to strengthen the livelihood of kendu leaf pluckers, binders, and seasonal employees for the 2024 crop year and the 2025–26 financial year.

The government distributed benefits to 8,59,727 kendu leaf pluckers. Each worker received footwear worth Rs 160, carrying cloth worth Rs 200, and head caps worth Rs 100. In total, the state disbursed Rs 39.54 crore, reflecting respect for the hard work and valuable contribution of kendu leaf workers.

Additionally, 18,768 binders received Rs 700 each for blankets and mosquito nets, amounting to Rs 1.31 crore. The government also provided ₹100 each to 16,237 seasonal employees, totalling Rs 16.23 lakh.

Officials highlighted that th

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