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create a market for millet farmers.

Implementation: Implemented by state governments.

Impact: Increases millet consumption, boosting demand and
production.

• Startup India:

Objective: Promotes entrepreneurship and supports startups across
sectors.

Focus: Encourages innovation in millet processing, packaging, and

marketing.

Implementation: Implemented by the Department for Promotion of
Industry and Internal Trade.

Impact: Encourages startups to enter the millet value chain, fostering
innovation.

• NABARD Schemes:

Objective: NABARD provides financial assistance and credit
facilities to farmers and agribusinesses.

Focus: Supports millet farmers and processors with loans, subsidies,
and technical assistance.

Implementation: Implemented through NABARD offices across

India.

Impact: Increases access to credit for millet-related activities,
stimulating production and processing.

In conclusion, these government schemes play complementary
roles in promoting millet production and processing in India. While

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