Project BOLD

 Context:

• KVIC’s Unique Project BOLD to Boost Tribals’ Income and Bamboo-based Economy in Rajasthan

Project BOLD (Bamboo Oasis on Lands in Drought):

• It is a unique scientific exercise to serve the combined national objectives of reducing desertification and providing livelihood and multi-disciplinary rural industry support.
• It has been initiated by Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC).
• It seeks to create bamboo-based green patches in arid and semi-arid land zones.
• It will boost self-employment in the region.
• It will benefit a large number of women and unemployed youths in the region by connecting them to skill development programs.

https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1732621