<p></p><p>With a focus on promoting green industries as per the government's new policy, the 12th Kerala Budget has set aside Rs 639.40 crore for various industries, which also includes one-time central grant of Rs 23.44 crore.To encourage environment-friendly industries, the government will launch a Rs 100-crore 'green finance scheme' for which Rs 10 crore has been allotted initially. Thrust will be on developing traditional industries, handicrafts and industrial parks with investment promotion activities.In order to ensure more working days for cashew workers, the Cashew development Corporation and Capex will get Rs 28 crore and Rs 18 crore, respectively.</p> <p> </p><br><p></p>