SAUBAGYA | PRODUCTION VILLAGES PROGRAMME

Industries

Exploring a variety of green products by value addition to local resources targeting domestic and overseas markets.

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Industries – Overview

A broader range of products that are related to the industrial sector is being produced by 160 Saubagya Production Villages in 25 districts. The sector encompasses cane & reed products, a variety of clay related products, local handicrafts/carpentry items, iron & gold products, bricks & cement related products, batik, handloom fabrics & footwear, candles & incense sticks and local traditional sweets. 

In addition to that Sri  Lankan Spice related, green products are also promoted. For instance, Cinnamon related green products as cinnamon oil, cinnamon powder, cinnamon tea bags and sticks.

It is expected to add value to untapped natural resources while empowering local communities.

Industries - Classification

The Development Officer in charge of the Division is responsible for identifying villages, selecting beneficiaries, identifying projects, coordinating institutions, providing necessary facilities, and maintaining sustainability, with the assistance of the Samurdhi Development Officer, Grama Niladhari, Agricultural Research, and Production Assistant and other divisional officers.

Village Category Quantity
Industries
Cloths
38
Footwear
05
Cane related products
12
Clay products
26
Iron & Gold related products
09
Wooden Items
06
Handicrafts
08
Natural Papers
05
Pooja Items
07
Sweets and organic foods
15
Other special rural products
07

TOTAL

138