Question 4936
National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) has signed an MoU with which of the following state governments to set up a joint venture company for Rs 2000 crore in January 2021?
Answer
Assam Government
Why?
The correct answer is Assam government. Key Points Assam Government and National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) inked an MoU to set up a joint venture company for Rs 2000 cr with the target of processing 10 lakh liters of milk through 6 new milk processing units in 7 years. This would benefit more than 1,75,000 dairy farmers of Assam. Under this MoU, two cattle-feed and organic manure manufacturing units would also be set up. Additional Information Important Current Affairs on Assam Government in 2021-22: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $112 million loan to strengthen skills education and training through the establishment of the Assam Skill University (ASU). On the occasion of Assam Divas, the state Government of Assam has decided to accolade Ratan Tata with the ‘Asom Bhaibav’ award. Lachit Divas (Lachit Day) is celebrated annually in the Indian state of Assam on November 24, to mark the birth anniversary of the legendary Ahom Army General Lachit Borphukan. Assam Governor: Jagdish Mukhi; Assam Chief Minister: Himanta Biswa Sarma. Bandhan Bank has announced Popular singer Zubeen Garg as the brand ambassador for the Bank in Assam. Assam Minister for Fisheries, Environment, and Forest and Excise, Parimal Suklabaidya launched an App Fishwaale, India’s first e-fish market.
