THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Cabinet has decided to recommend to the Governor to issue an ordinance to form the Kerala Toddy Industry Development Board (toddy board). On February 12, Kerala Kaumudi reported that the Toddy Board announced by the Left government as part of its liquor policy had not yet been implemented. The decision taken after this. The Board is for the welfare of those working in the toddy industry. It also aims to promote the traditional toddy industry in the state. It will benefit 26,000 authorized workers and 4,500 toddy shop operators.

Toddy sector

Licensed shops: 4500

Tappers: 18,773

Sales workers: 7,399