The fifth edition of WENN Bazaar recorded sales of Rs 1.14 crore over three days, bringing together 167 women-led enterprises from all districts of Nagaland at Agri Expo, Chümoukedima, from October 15 to 17.
Organised by the Women Entrepreneurs Network Nagaland (WENN) under the theme “One Nagaland, One Marketplace: Women Entrepreneurs from Every District,” the event generated consolidated sales of Rs 1,14,35,829 and attracted more than 13,000 visitors. It also generated over 1,500 employment opportunities.
Beyond retail sales, the Bazaar focused on business-to-business trade, connecting entrepreneurs with buyers and trade partners to facilitate bulk orders, repeat supply arrangements and distribution partnerships.
The event also featured 10 specialised workshops covering business development, innovation, leadership, marketing and enterprise sustainability. Mentorship and networking opportunities were provided to help participants strengthen their businesses and expand their market reach.
WENN acknowledged the support of government departments, financial institutions and corporate partners in organising the event.
Sponsors included the departments of Industries and Commerce, and Women Resource Development, the Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission, North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd., Ministry of Textiles, Apex JK Motors Nagaland, Okusa Toyota, Progressive Motors, State Bank of India, India Post and Titan World.
Official partners included the Department of Agriculture, Symbios, Action Power Line, MeanMachine, Synergy Group, Akashvani Kohima, Kaki Marketing and Nagaland Post.
WENN said it would continue to strengthen market linkages established through the Bazaar and support women entrepreneurs across Nagaland in expanding their businesses and reaching wider markets.