Odisha CM Patnaik sanctions ₹120 cr for Kendu leaf pluckers

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik sanctioned ₹120 crore for bonus and other allowances for Kendu leaf pluckers and other seasonal workers. A statement from the Chief Minister's office said, "It will benefit around 8 lakh Kendu leaf pluckers, binders and other seasonal staff." The state government also decided to increase the collection price of Kendu leaf for 2022.