Training on Areca Leaf Plates Making for Tribal Women
Manas Tiger Reserve, Bodoland, Assam
A special training programme on Areca Leaf Plates Making was organized for tribal women in the Manas Tiger Reserve region, Bodoland, Assam. The initiative aimed to create sustainable livelihood opportunities while promoting eco-friendly and biodegradable products.
The training focused on equipping women with practical skills in:
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Collection and grading of areca palm leaves
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Cleaning, drying, and processing techniques
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Operating plate-making machines
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Quality control and packaging
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Basic entrepreneurship and marketing strategies
Areca leaf plates are natural, chemical-free, and environmentally sustainable alternatives to plastic and thermocol products. With increasing demand for biodegradable tableware, this initiative opens up strong market opportunities for rural communities.
By empowering tribal women with technical knowledge and business guidance, the programme supports income generation, self-reliance, and women-led entrepreneurship in the Manas Tiger Reserve region. It also aligns with conservation-friendly livelihood practices that benefit both the community and the environment.
This training marks an important step toward sustainable rural development in Bodoland, Assam.
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