Local products sourced from farmers and entrepreneurs in Kiphire district were presented to a visiting team from Delhi to explore potential market opportunities and bulk orders.
The interaction involved Longtili C Sangtam, a team from Rudram Dynamics, Delhi, and the Northeast Association for Social Welfare Foundation, Delhi, organisers of Unity Utsav with the Indian Army.
Products presented for potential bulk orders included kidney beans, apples, mangoes, ginger, millet and manure. Other products showcased included banana chips, gooseberry candy, beef pickle, chicken pickle, blue tea and traditional attire from Kiphire.
The visiting team included Konark Rai, Managing Director of Rudram Dynamics and former Managing Director of SASTRA under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India; Dr Shraddha Rai, Director of the Centre of Excellence for National Security; and Kenny, founder of the Northeast Association for Social Welfare Foundation.
During the interaction, Sangtam also highlighted the potential of Kiphire’s Apple Festival, Kholar Festival and Mango Festival to promote local produce, encourage entrepreneurship and attract wider market interest.
The initiative aims to connect local producers with potential buyers, expand markets for products from Kiphire and create economic opportunities for farmers and entrepreneurs.
No details were provided on whether any bulk orders were confirmed or specific commercial agreements reached during the interaction.