Guwahati: The Indian Army in collaboration with the handicraft department of Manipur govt has initiated a woman empowerment programme at Phougakchao in Bishnupur district to provide women of the area comprehensive training in handloom weaving.
A defence spokesperson said the collaborative effort will assist in preserving the traditional handicrafts by creating sustainable economic opportunities for women in the region.The Army facilitated the collection of handloom from Narainsena, Nambol and Imphal and stores were provisioned for the women of the far-flung villages, despite the unrest in the region. The spokesperson said the initiative saw the participation of 35 women from local villages, which is likely to go up subsequently.
SDCs Ranjan Wahengam and Pukhrambam Rakeshchand jointly handed over a cheque of Rs 35,000 to the women for fostering their skills, while state handicraft department official Rabi supported the initiative and handed over the yarn for the project. Officials also said the department will provide a platform for finished products through its outlets. TNN
A defence spokesperson said the collaborative effort will assist in preserving the traditional handicrafts by creating sustainable economic opportunities for women in the region.The Army facilitated the collection of handloom from Narainsena, Nambol and Imphal and stores were provisioned for the women of the far-flung villages, despite the unrest in the region. The spokesperson said the initiative saw the participation of 35 women from local villages, which is likely to go up subsequently.
SDCs Ranjan Wahengam and Pukhrambam Rakeshchand jointly handed over a cheque of Rs 35,000 to the women for fostering their skills, while state handicraft department official Rabi supported the initiative and handed over the yarn for the project. Officials also said the department will provide a platform for finished products through its outlets. TNN
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