In Odisha, small-scale mills are primarily involved in rice milling, oil extraction, and flour grinding, catering to local agricultural needs. Here are some common types of small mills found in the state:
1. Rice Mills (Small-Scale)
– Mini Rice Mills: Small-capacity units (1–2 MT/hour) processing paddy into rice for local markets.
– Single Huller Mills: Traditional, low-cost mills for basic rice polishing.
2. Oil Extraction Mills (Ghani/Kolhu)
– Expeller Units: Small mechanical mills extracting oil from mustard, coconut, groundnut, and sesame.
– Traditional Ghani Mills: Wooden or stone crushers for cold-pressed oils (common in rural areas).
3. Flour & Dal Mills
– Atta Chakki: Small flour mills grinding wheat, maize, and millets.
– Dal Mills: Processing pulses like tur, moong, and gram.
4. Sawmills (Small-Scale)
– Handles timber cutting for local carpentry and furniture-making.
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– Small electric or diesel-powered mills for turmeric, chili, and other spices.
Key Locations:
– Rice & oil mills are widespread in Bargarh, Balasore, Cuttack, and Mayurbhanj.
– Flour/dal mills operate in urban and peri-urban areas like Bhubaneswar and Rourkela.
These mills support rural livelihoods and agro-processing under state schemes like ODISHA MSME Policy 2022, offering subsidies for modernization. For specific details on subsidies or licenses, check the Odisha Industries Department portal.
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