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Daily News Analysis ‘ Makhana Board to be set up in Bihar ‘: 5 February

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Makhana Board

Purpose of Makhana Board

  • To train farmers and make them export-oriented.
  • Attract investments in food processing
  • Develop export infrastructure

Makhana

  • It is the dried edible seed of the prickly water lily or gorgon plant (Euryale ferox).
  • It is referred to as the ‘Black Diamond.’

Mithila Makhana

Received Geographical Indication (GI) tag) in 2022.

Bihar’s Role

Produces around 90% of India’s makhana.

Why in News?

  • Union Budget 2025 announced that the Makhana Board will be set up in Bihar.