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Livelihood program seeks to empower inmates
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 17 2023:
In an inspiring effort to empower displaced victims at a relief camp in Chingmeirong under Imphal East district, inmates of the camp have taken the initiative to create various products for sale including dishwash, incense sticks, decorative candles and silk fiber.
This livelihood program for the inmates was organised by Apunba Chingmeirong with an aim to bring financial independence to those affected by the 2-month long crisis in the State.
The raw materials necessary for production were generously provided by Apunba Chingmeirong, which is a coalition of clubs, singlups and meira paibis from the Chingmeirong community.
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Skilled local volunteers trained the inmates, equipping them with the necessary skills to create these marketable goods.
Today the products were officially launched at the relief camp by Wangkhei MLA Th Arunkumar.
The response from the community was overwhelming as numerous customers flocked to the camp to purchase the items.
During the launching function, Arunkumar praised the efforts of Chingmeirong Apunba and commended their initiative to empower displaced victims.
He also acknowledged the organisation's support in providing essential relief materials, including food and lodging to all 38 inmates, including women and children, since the onset of the crisis.
Arunkumar emphasized the importance of engaging in productive work during difficult times and highlighted the potential for the acquired skills to sustain their livelihoods after resettlement.
This initiative not only empowers them financially but also instills hope for a brighter future beyond the camp's confines, added the MLA.
One of the displaced individuals, Oinam Amarjit Singh, expressed joy at being able to earn a living through the collaborative efforts of the locals of Chingmeirong and the MLA.
He emphasized the need for the displaced victims to not solely rely on the relief camp for their daily needs and commended the initiative as a significant step towards self-sufficiency.
Due to the overwhelming response and emotional connection customers have developed with the launched products, Chingmeirong Apunba has announced plans to provide additional raw materials to sustain the livelihood program.
As the displaced victims in the Imphal East relief camp engage in entrepreneurial activities, their determination to rebuild their lives shines through.
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