Neiphiu Rio speaking at the Rising Northeast Investors
Summit in New Delhi.
- DIMAPUR — Chief
Minister Neiphiu Rio on Friday pitched for investments in the Northeast’s
textile, handloom, and handicraft sectors during his address at the Rising
Northeast Investors Summit 2025 in New Delhi.
- In a series of posts on X, the chief minister described the
summit as more than just business. “It's a celebration of a living legacy,
weaving tradition & opportunity & a tribute to the region's culture
& potential.”
- Calling the Northeast Region (NER) a "tapestry of
stories," Rio underscored the diversity of over 200 tribes and 192
languages, reflected vividly in the region’s rich craft heritage.
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- “Its crafts are expressions of resilience, creativity, hope,
and empowerment—brought to life by skilled artisans, over 70% of whom are
women.
- “The world values authenticity &
sustainability—qualities the NER deliver in abundance. Despite contributing
over three-fourths of the country’s handicraft output, the region accounts for
less than 1% of the national handicraft exports, signalling vast untapped
potential,” he wrote.
- In Nagaland, Rio stated, efforts are underway to align with
international standards. The state government is collaborating with tribal
councils and women’s organisations to ensure quality control in yarn, colour,
and design.
