Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Mizoram CM Advocates for Northeast Textile Industry Leadership
The Chief Minister of Mizoram spoke about how the North East part of India could become a big player in the textile industry.
He mentioned that a large percentage of the country's handloom workers live there.
At a meeting about handloom and handicraft, he suggested ways to help the industry grow, like building centers for artisans, providing training, and improving product quality.
He believes with the right support, this region can become a major textile center worldwide.
Mizoram CM highlighted the North East's potential in handloom, stating 60% of India's handloom workers are from the region.
The CM participated in a virtual meeting of the High Level Task Force on Handloom and Handicraft.
Lalduhoma proposed a roadmap including CFCs, training, cooperation, quality standards, branding, and design innovation.
He asserted proper coordination and investment could make the North Eastern States a global textile hub.
The High Level Task Force will draft an action plan focusing on a cluster-based approach within three months.
- Who
- Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma, Union Ministers, and other officials.
- What
- Discussions on developing the handloom and handicraft sector in the North Eastern region.
- When
- The meeting took place virtually, on July 23.
- Where
- The meeting was held virtually.
- Why
- To strategize and revitalize the traditional textile sector in the North Eastern region.
- Meeting Type
- Virtual
- Date
- July 23
- Attendees
- Mizoram CM, Union Ministers, and other officials
- Focus
- Revitalizing handloom and handicraft sector
- Key Proposal
- Roadmap for industry elevation