Current Affairs - State - Discussion

The Odisha government introduced a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on November 4, 2025, to ensure farm equipment is ergonomically designed for women farmers. The initiative focuses on reducing physical strain, pain, and health issues faced by women due to the use of tools originally made for men. Since more than half of women farmers experience musculoskeletal disorders from male-centric implements, this SOP—developed under the Shree Anna Abhiyan pilot projects—will help test and refine both existing and new farm tools to promote inclusivity and improve agricultural productivity in Odisha.