Revolutionizing Rubber: Meghalaya's First Centrifuged Latex Unit Empowers Farmers

Meghalaya inaugurates its first centrifuged latex manufacturing unit, a monumental step in promoting rubber cultivation and agriculture-based entrepreneurship. With an investment of 18.8 crore, this move aids over 3,000 local farmers by providing better prices and processing raw rubber locally, stimulating the region's economic growth.

Meghalaya took a pivotal step towards fostering agricultural growth and entrepreneurship with the inauguration of its first centrifuged latex manufacturing unit in East Garo Hills.

Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma touted the 18.8-crore initiative as transformative for farmers, promising significant impact on local livelihoods by cutting out middlemen and offering competitive prices.

This milestone aligns with broader efforts to empower rural communities, showcasing initiatives like CM Elevate to boost the entrepreneurial spirit and diversify income sources inside Meghalaya.

(With inputs from agencies.)