Punjab govt launches portal for goods produced by SHGs

Chandigarh, Dec 20 (KNN) With the aim to promote local products manufactured by self-help groups (SHGs), the Punjab government has launched an online ‘Make in Punjab’ portal.

In this regard, the department of rural development and panchayats, Punjab has written to all the Deputy Commissioners asking for the details of the products being manufactured by the Self Help Groups so that they can be uploaded on the portal and the group members can receive orders directly, as per a report in the Indian Express.

As per reports, there are around 6700 self-help groups are currently working in Punjab.

The Moga district administration said that in the letter received from Amit Kumar, the Joint Development Commissioner of the said department informed that the ‘Make in Punjab’ is an online marketplace which has been designed to support Self Help Groups in Punjab. The details being received through Deputy Commissioner Office are being uploaded on this portal.

The portal will allow buyers to directly place order with the manufacturer. The department has also contracted with a delivery agency for home delivery of this order to the buyer.

Kumar appealed to people to ensure that they make maximum purchases through this portal. Their purchase will not only help in reviving the culture of our rich heritage but will also support a livelihood.  (KNN Bureau)