Garments weaved by local artisans exported
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 16 2021:
Under the initiative of Manipur Handloom and Handicraft Development Corporation Limited (MHHDCL), a batch of garments weaved by local artisans has been sent to Kolkata, today.
The batch was formally flagged off from Paona Keithel by MHHDCL's Chairman Sagolsem Achouba.
At the function, S Achouba stated that the corporation has also marketed a consignment of handicraft products recently.
The garments include Shaphee Lanphee, cotton saree, salwar and others.
He urged the local artisans to produce a variety of garments to improve the State's economy.
Saying that one e-catalogue released recently that incorporates the designs of local artisans and weavers, S Achouba informed that modern designs would be placed in the catalogue shortly.
Managing Director of MHHDCL E Jeeten stated the objective of the corporation is to promote the local artisans through selling of their products in the domestic market and outdoors.