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21 Dec 2022

Odisha: Big row over kendu leaf GST, BJD MPs meet FM Sitharaman

Bhubaneswar, Dec 21 (IANS) A delegation of Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MPs on Wednesday urged Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to withdraw 18 per cent GST imposed on kendu leaf, which is used for wrapping bidis.

19 Apr 2022

Odisha announces Rs 120 crore bonus for Kendu leaf pluckers, binders

Odisha has announced a bonus of Rs 120 crore for the welfare of Kendu leaf pluckers. The bonus would benefit around 8 lakh Kendu leaf pluckers, binders, and other seasonal staff, the CMO said. The govt has also increased the collection price of Kendu leaves for 2022, which will help 7.50 lakh people.

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