₹189.79-crore Mizoram Ginger Mission launched by DoNER Minister Scindia and CM Lalduhoma
On 13 May 2026 DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and Mizoram CM Lalduhoma launched the ₹189.79-crore Mizoram Ginger Mission for ginger cultivation and value-chain development using the state's GI-certified, pharma-grade ginger.
Summary
The Mizoram Ginger Mission, a ₹189.79-crore convergence-led initiative for ginger cultivation and value-chain development, was launched on 13 May 2026 by Union DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma. Anchored by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, it draws on schemes of the agriculture, rural development and food processing ministries, along with NABARD, ICAR, APEDA and private processors. The mission aims to bridge the price gap for farmers, make full use of Mizoram's GI-certified ginger varieties and cut post-harvest losses. Scindia described it as the 'Mizo Ginger Movement' built on four pillars: convergence, value addition, branding and market integration.
Key facts
- Launched
- 13 May 2026, by Jyotiraditya Scindia and CM Lalduhoma
- Outlay
- ₹189.79 crore
- Anchor
- Ministry of DoNER, with convergence of schemes, NABARD, ICAR, APEDA
- Strength
- GI-certified, pharma-grade Mizo ginger
- Four pillars
- Convergence, value addition, branding, market integration
Practice MCQs 2 questions
What is the outlay of the Mizoram Ginger Mission launched in May 2026?
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Correct answer: D — ₹189.79 crore
The Mizoram Ginger Mission is a ₹189.79-crore convergence-led initiative for ginger cultivation and value-chain development.
Which Union ministry anchors the Mizoram Ginger Mission?
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Correct answer: B — Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region
The mission is anchored by the Ministry of DoNER and converges schemes of the agriculture, rural development and food processing ministries.