Nagaland’s entrepreneurs shone at the Kats Collection Kohima Monsoon Sale held on 8th, 9th, and 10th May 2025. Now in its third year, the Kats Collection Monsoon Sale has become a vibrant annual showcase of women- and men-led Naga enterprises in Northeast India. Founded in 2023, the event brings together young entrepreneurs, designers, artists, and craftspersons, offering everything from locally made edible products and handcrafted accessories to arts and crafts, cosmetics, and pre-loved fashion items.
With prices starting at just Rs. 99, the sale promotes sustainability, accessibility, and women’s economic empowerment, drawing a growing community of conscious consumers and creatives alike. The idea began with a desire to support and encourage young entrepreneurs—especially women-led ventures, young mothers, lactating mothers, single mothers, and women who have faced significant hardships while providing for their families.
The motive behind the event is to foster unity through collective buying and selling, and to build a community that uplifts and motivates one another, regardless of life’s challenges. One of the most inspiring aspects is seeing participants show up with smiles, even when business or personal circumstances aren’t always favorable.
Eighteen enterprises collaborated and participated in this year’s Monsoon Sale, generating a total turnover of approximately Rs. 5 lakh. This marks a 50% drop compared to last year’s sale on the same dates, which saw a turnover of about Rs. 10 lakh. A key reason cited for the dip is the delay in the disbursement of salaries for government employees.
Kats Collection collaborates with Tetseo Sisters, A&A Closet Purge, Hooks & Knots, Rhozhü Collection, Wewe Collection, Wulo Akami Artworks, Linyü Accessories, The Posh Boutique Kohima, Fashion Dream Store, Tiny Snuggles Store, Zowe, Your Kawaii Collection, MnM Boutique, Mini Chic, Amor Collection, Nish Designs & Bloom Folk.