Bihar Tops PMFME Scheme Performance
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Bihar tops in PMFME Scheme |
| Scheme Name | Prime Minister Micro Food Processing Enterprises Upgradation (PMFME) Scheme |
| Objective | Boost competitiveness of micro-enterprises in the unorganised food processing sector |
| Duration | 2020-21 to 2024-25 |
| Outlay | Rs 10,000 crore |
| Key Focus Areas | One District One Product (ODOP), waste to wealth products, minor forest produce, aspiring districts |
| Assistance for Micro Enterprises | 35% credit-linked capital subsidy, max Rs 10 lakh per unit |
| Assistance for SHGs | Seed capital up to Rs 40,000 per member, max Rs 4 lakh per SHG |
| Common Infrastructure Support | 35% credit-linked capital subsidy, max Rs 3 crore |
| Capacity Building | Entrepreneurship Development Skilling (EDP+) and product-specific skills training |
| District Resource Persons (DRPs) | Assist in compliance with FSSAI and other statutory requirements |