Published: 17 September 2025Rajasthan
Rajasthan Establishes 152 Millet Outlets via Cooperative Societies, Exceeding Target by 4x
The Rajasthan government established 152 millet outlets through cooperative societies in rural areas, far exceeding its initial target of 34 outlets. The initiative, announced in the 2025-26 State Budget, aims to promote millets as a 'nutritious, affordable, and sustainable alternative to traditional grains' while generating rural employment.
The outlets are operated through the Rajasthan State Cooperative Consumer Federation and District Cooperative Consumer Societies, also featuring products from women's self-help groups. Rajasthan leads all Indian states in millet cultivation area. India produces 38.4% of the world's millets, with major varieties including Bajra, Jowar, and Ragi. The initiative supports India's year-round promotion of millets following the International Year of Millets 2023.
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What percentage of Rajasthan's population is tribal, as mentioned in the Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh context?
Explanation · Correct answer CRajasthan's tribal population is 13.5% of the state's total population.
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How many millet outlets has Rajasthan established through cooperative societies?
**Rajasthan government established 152 millet outlets through cooperative societies, exceeding the initial target of 34 announced in 2025-26 State Budget**. Rajasthan established **152 millet outlets** via cooperative societies, **4 times more than its target**.
What is the significance of Rajasthan exceeding its millet outlet target 4x?
**Outlets operated through Rajasthan State Cooperative Consumer Federation and District Cooperative Consumer Societies, also featuring women's SHG products**. It reflects strong demand for millets and successful implementation of India's Shree Anna promotion programme.
How do cooperative millet outlets benefit Rajasthan farmers?
**Rajasthan leads all Indian states in millet cultivation area**. Cooperative marketing eliminates middlemen, giving farmers better prices and stable demand for millets.
What is India's Shree Anna initiative and Rajasthan's contribution?
**India produces 38.4% of the world's millets, with major varieties including Bajra, Jowar, and Ragi**. India promoted millets globally as Shree Anna through the UN International Year of Millets 2023; Rajasthan advances this mission.
Which millets are promoted through Rajasthan's cooperative outlets?
**Initiative supports India's year-round millet promotion following International Year of Millets 2023**. Bajra (pearl millet), jowar (sorghum), ragi (finger millet), and other traditional grains are promoted.
