Noklak, July 19 (MTNews): Deputy Commissioner of Noklak, Hiazu Meru inaugurated the Noklak District Handloom and Handicraft Council (NDHHC) Office on 19th July 2022 at Punyaongan Sector Noklak Town.
According to a DIPR report, Hiazu Meru while speaking at the inaugural program stated that Noklak district has many artisans good at handicrafts, black smithy, pottery, weaving, woodworks, etc. and that some of the last traditional Naga practices are found in the district such as cotton growing, weaving, and traditional products. And under the NDHHC, artisans will get an opportunity to earn their livelihood, the DC added.
Hiazu Meru explained the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act 1999, its proposal, and the types of geographical indications. He also shared the importance of documentation and awareness creation.
Further, DC said that the roles and responsibilities of NDHHC will be multiplied and have the potential to benefit the district and assured that the district administration is in full support of the council.
Superintendent of Police, Noklak, Dr. Pritpal Kaur, while encouraging the artisans, said the products of handloom and handicrafts are in high demand in the market. She advised the artisans that the finished product should be of good quality and encouraged them to work hard on handloom and handicraft to generate income and at the same time preserve the culture and traditions.
President, Khaimniungan Tribal Council, M. Thangou said that the district is lacking behind in all aspects and requested the DC, SP, and all the departments’ officials to work harder for the uplift and benefit of the people.