Tribal Artisans Empanelment Mela held in Niuland

DIMAPUR — A Tribal Artisans Empanelment Mela (TAEM) was organised by the Tribal Co-operative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED), Ministry of Tribal Affairs, at the town hall in Niuland on Tuesday.

According to an update, it was organised in collaboration with district administration of Niuland, the Nagaland Beekeeping and Honey Mission, MARCOFED, and the Department of Under Developed Areas.

This event served as a platform for local artisans to exhibit their craftsmanship beyond Nagaland’s borders.

Speaking on the occasion, DC Niuland, Sara S Jamir, thanked the TRIFED for organising the mela in the district and urged them to pave the way for the opening of markets for indigenous and tribal products not only in India but around the world.

The DC also encouraged the TRIFED team to study public demands and provide necessary feedback to meet market requirements.

Also, she emphasised the significance of maintaining high standards in artisanal production and encouraged artisans to leverage TRIFED’s platforms for national and international exposure.

A total of 65 artisans were formally empaneled in categories including handloom, weaving, and handicrafts during the event.