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A review of government initiatives for the development of the coir industry in India
Authors
Dr. Punam Ahlawat
Abstract
This study aims to
provide an assessment of Indian coir industry and government initiatives for
developing the coir industry in India. Indian coir industry is an important
cottage industry contributing significantly to the economy of the major coconut
growing States and Union Territories. Coir is one of the oldest industries in India.
The coir industry employs about 5.5 lakh people in the country. The country,
along with Sri Lanka, accounts for about 90% of the total global coir fibre
production. The exports of coir and coir products stood at US$ 526.31 million
in 2021-22. India exports coir and coir products to more than 100 countries
around the globe. During 2021-22, about 106 countries exported coir products
from India.
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Pages:126-128
How to cite this article:
Dr. Punam Ahlawat "A review of government initiatives for the development of the coir industry in India". International Journal of Management and Commerce, Vol 5, Issue 1, 2023, Pages 126-128
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