National Handloom Expo begins
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 19 2023:
The National Handloom Expo (Gandhi Bunkar Mela) was inaugurated on Wednesday at Dhakuria, Kolkata.
The Expo is organised by Manipur Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Limited (MHHDCL) under the aegis of Development Commissioner for Handloom & Handicraft, Ministry of Textile, Government of India.
The inaugural function was attended by Weavers Service Centre, Kolkata, Deputy Director, Rajesh Chaterjee; Panthoibi Manipur Emporium, Imphal, Manger, Th Ravi and Panthoibi Manipur Emporium, Kolkata, Manager, Th James as presidium members.
During the Mela which will be held till October 31, artisans & weavers of Manipur will display & sell their products.
Stalls were also opened by weavers & artisans from different States.