

An MoU has been signed between IoFE and the District Collector and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Zilla Parishad, Gadchiroli for a comprehensive Resource Inventory using advanced digital and geospatial technologies, followed by creating an economic model around identified Seasonal Forest Products (SFPs) through security of tenure, community enterprises and market linkages. Previously, in 2018-19, IoFE conducted participatory inventory mapping, identifying twenty-three SFPs with high economic potential.
Collaborating with Aamhi Amchya Arogya Sathi, Korchi Mahagram Sabha, and the FPO in Kurkheda, IoFE focused on establishing market linkages and building a sustainable business model based on secure community forest tenure rights. Additionally, IoFE collaborated with MSRLM and Van Dhan Yojana to enhance transparency in institutions, promote financial literacy, include local communities, and utilize targeted technology.
In 2018-19, our technology team conducted participatory inventory mapping, identifying 23 economically promising SFPs. Collaborating with Aamhi Amchya Arogya Sathi, Korchi Mahagram Sabha, and the FPO in Kurkheda, IoFE worked on market linkages and sustainable business models based on secure community forest tenure rights. Additionally, IoFE partnered with MSRLM and Van Dhan Yojana to enhance institutional transparency, promote financial literacy, engage local communities, and utilize targeted technology.
Gadchiroli
IoFE, in collaboration with the District Administration of Gadchiroli, CEO District Council, Forest Department, and Revenue Department, will undertake Boundary and Inventory Mapping of the Community Forest Right Area and Carbon Sequestration after signing a tripartite MoU. The mapping process will begin in Dhanora Block under the leadership of the District Magistrate. This will be followed by comprehensive training covering theoretical and practical aspects of nCount technologies and processes.

