IDS appeals to appreciate activities of young entrepreneurs in Manipur
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, December 28 2022:
The Institute of Development Studies (IDS), Manipur organised a day-long visit to Thanga Tongbram Leikai, Takmu Hanubiching and Moirang Khunou of Bishnupur district on December 25 .
According to a press release issued by IDS Manipur today, the day-long visit was organised with the goal of bringing the members of IDS Manipur closer, to understand the changing scenario of the tourism sector, Government initiatives and to appreciate the activities of young entrepreneurs in Manipur.
The visit was arranged under the leadership of Professor N Mohendro Singh, Chairperson, IDS Manipur.
The team visited 'Sanajing Sana Thambal' run by Bijiyashanti Tongbram at her residence in Thanga Tongbram Leikai.
The statement shared that the IDS team interacted with Bijiyashanti Tongbram and her family members on how she developed the idea of making tea from the lotus and lily flowers and how she extracted yarn from the stalk of the lotus stem.
It is worth mentioning that Bijiyashanti Tongbram's efforts were acknowledged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 27, 2020 on "Mann Ki Baat" .
Professor N Mohendro Singh encouraged Bijiyashanti Tongbram to expand her industry into a training cum production centre so that she could train and employ more youths.
He also assured her of patronizing and encouraging the work and spirit of Sanajing Sana Thambal.
Further, the team visited Hanubiching located at Takmu, Moirang and organised a gathering to introduce new members.
The IDS team also held a community feast for Moirang Khunou, which was the main venue for Sangai Festival 2022 .