Fostering Sustainable Handicrafts Exports from Nagaland
EPCH & IDAN in Collaborative Roundtable Meeting; 24th - 25th November 2023

EPCH organised a collaborative roundtable meeting in Kohima with Investment & Development Authority Nagaland, Govt. of Nagaland (IDAN) where EPCH COA members had an interaction and exchange of ideas for collaboration in advancing the handicrafts sector. This strategic collaboration is a pivotal initiative aimed at elevating sustainable handicraft exports from Nagaland. Collaborative endeavors were initiated, subsequent delegation meetings with key officials were conducted and prospects and milestones resulting from the partnership were anticipated. Present on the occasion were Mr. Dileep Baid, Chairman, EPCH; and Mr. R K Verma, Executive Director, EPCH; and Mr. Rajesh Rawat, Additional Executive Director, EPCH, along with members of the COA; Mr. Ramakrishnan, IAS, Principal Secretary & Development Commissioner - Planning & Transformation Department, Govt. of Nagaland; Mr. Reny Wilford, IAS, Joint Secretary, IDAN and invited heads of Nagaland Govt. Departments.....more

EPCH participates in HGH India
India Expo Centre, Greater Noida; 13th - 16th December 2023

EPCH's active participation in HGH India 2023, supported by the Office of the Development Commissioner Handicrafts, featured 10 artisans from various regions. EPCH's pavilion at HGH India 2023 garnered attention and business inquiries from both international and Indian entities. The visit of Smt. Amrit Raj, Development Commissioner Handicrafts, and Smt. Shubhra, Trade Advisor, Ministry of Textiles, along with officials from their department, further emphasized the significance of this trade show. They were warmly welcomed by Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Director General, EPCH and Chairman IEML, alongwith.....more

Skill and Design Development Programs conducted in NER Clusters

During November-December 2023, EPCH has strategically implemented a variety of programs across the region, designed to address the specific needs of the local artisan community, fostering sustainable growth and ensuring the long-term impact of the SFURTI Project. Through these efforts, EPCH continues to play a crucial role in the economic development of the North Eastern Region, contributing to the empowerment of artisans and the enhancement of their socio-economic well-being.......more