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Rudrapur to get 12 new food processing units on 12 acres to boost farmers’ income
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Tuesday, 06 January, 2026, 16 : 00 PM [IST]
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Our Bureau, New Delhi
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Preparations are underway to set up 12 new food processing units on a 12-acre parcel of land adjacent to the Nainital Highway in Udham Singh Nagar district, officials have confirmed. The initiative, led by the Mandi Parishad (Market Committee), aims to enhance the value of agricultural produce, increase farmers’ income and generate local employment opportunities.
The land earmarked for the project has long been leased to a private company, but the minimal rental earnings prompted authorities to reimagine its usage to benefit the farming community. By establishing food processing units, the Mandi Parishad plans to optimise utilisation of government land while creating an ecosystem that supports farmers and rural workers.
Tender processes have already been initiated, and proposals have been submitted to the state administration for approval. The units are expected to focus on value-addition of agricultural produce, helping farmers earn better prices for their crops and reducing post-harvest losses by processing products locally.
Under the Uttarakhand Food Processing Industry Policy-2023, the government is offering incentives to encourage establishment of such units. These include a 35 per cent capital subsidy on plant and machinery costs with a maximum cap of Rs 5 crore, as well as support for expansion or upgradation of existing facilities up to Rs 1 crore. Subsidies are also available for setting up solar energy systems within the units.
The scheme also aligns with the PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PM-FME) initiative, enabling eligible entrepreneurs to avail benefits and financial assistance while formalising their operations.
According to Anil Dabbu, President of the Mandi Parishad, the project will not only ensure better returns for farmers but also pave the way for rural employment and efficient use of land resources.
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