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Odisha Govt Announces Rs 120 Cr Bonus, Allowance For Kendu Leaf Pluckers

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government on Tuesday sanctioned Rs 120 crore towards bonus, allowance and other assistance for the welfare of kendu leaf pluckers.

It will benefit around 8 lakh kendu leaf pluckers, binders, and other seasonal staff associated with the work, an official release said.

The collection price of kendu leaves has also been increased, which will help 7.50 lakh, mostly tribal women, to earn an additional income of  Rs 240 crore.

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