Foundation stone for NERCORMP projects laid
Source: The Sangai Express
Ukhrul, April 27 2017:
NEC secretary, Ram Muivah (IAS) today laid the foundation stone of Khashimla Women market complex and Cane and Bamboo training cum production centre in Ukhrul district in the presence of Managing Director, NERCORMP Dr Shailendra Chaudhari, NEC advisor Gautam, NERCORMP project manager Tychicus Vashum, VVD project director, Hungpung, Artax.
Speaking at the occasion, Ram Muivah said that the objective of NERCORMP project is to enhance livelihood of the people by creating avenue so as to impart knowledge and technical skills to the youth and also to promote women empowerment.
He mentioned that four storeys for Women market complex will be constructed at Hungpung to enable the women of the area to exhibit their local product for commercial purposes.
Ukhrul District is rich in bamboo and cane and is possible for large scale production, he added.