Thoibi Crafts Bazar opens at Moirang
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 23, 2011:
The ten-day Thoibi Crafs Bazar organised by Citizen Welfare Association, Heingang has opened at Thoibi Shopping Complex, Moirang today.
Kshetrigao A/C MLA Th Nandakishore, Manipur State Social Welfare Board Chairperson RK Nayansana and Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) Assistant Director T Rollee Vareishim were the chief guest, president and guest of honour of the opening function respectively.
Speaking at the occasion, Th Nandakishore said that craftsmen are sometimes discouraged with limited market of crafts items in the State although they possess expertise in design and production.
He emphasised on the need to organise such craft fairs and maintain quality in order to solve the problem.
T Rollee Vareishim while speaking at the function said that crafts products are less attracted to buyers as the prices are high.
He added that artisans must add technology to their products in order to lower price and enhance designs.