South 24 Parganas has Sundarbans Tiger Reserve plus traditional Sundarbans honey collection. A combined eco-tourism operator plus Sundarbans-honey aggregation cooperative captures both economies.
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South 24 Parganas district has Sundarbans Tiger Reserve plus traditional Sundarbans honey collection (mowali community gathers wild honey from mangrove forests, premium-priced for its medicinal properties). A combined operator running eco-tourism services (boat tours, mangrove walks, Sundarbans-village stays) plus a Sundarbans-honey aggregation cooperative captures both economies.
Capex of 12-28 lakh covers tourism boats, accommodation arrangements, honey-extraction equipment, and 6 months of working capital. WB Tourism's eco-tourism scheme plus the National Beekeeping & Honey Mission (NBHM) jointly fund up to 60% capex. Hard parts: Sundarbans Forest Department permits (strictly controlled), mowali honey-gatherer training and certification, and managing two operating models. Start with honey aggregation (steadier year-round); tourism in year 2.
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