Sukhalu Chishi along with other officials during the
inauguration of Nagaland Spices in Sheyipu village on December 18.
- DIMAPUR — The
inauguration of three entrepreneurial ventures namely ‘Tissue
culture-cum-mushroom spawning laboratory,’ ‘Nagaland spices’ and ‘Market access
facility’ supported and funded by the FOCUS-IFAD project was held in Zunheboto
district at three different locations.
- The Tissue Culture-cum-Mushroom Spawning Laboratory and
Nagaland Spices was inaugurated in Old Town Colony in Zunheboto and Sheyipu
village on December 18, and update from FOCUS-IFAD Media Cell stated.
- The inaugural programme was attended by the SDO (Civil) of
Zunheboto, Sukhalu Chishi, as the chief guest. In his speech, Chishi lauded the
entrepreneurs for their approach in availing the benefits provided by the
project.
- He emphasised that the existence of such establishments was
a remarkable achievement and it should function for upscaling the productions
and boosting local economy of the farmers in the district.
- The district project officer of DMU-Zunheboto, Thangpong,
has highlighted on how the project selected the innovative ideas of Nagaland
Spices and Tissue Culture cum Mushroom Spawning Laboratory.
- He also stressed on the importance on improvising packaging,
quality, promotion and competitive prices as those were the key factors for
sustaining in the competitive market.
- Meanwhile, the beneficiaries have expressed gratitude for
the project and shared their visions and contributions to local economy.
- The events in both the locations concluded with a tour of
the facility, showcasing the machineries, infrastructures and demonstrations on
the usage of various equipments.
- In a separate event, the Market Access Facility and
Aggregation Centre in Sapotimi village was inaugurated by the district project
officer of FOCUS-IFAD, Thangpong, on December 20.
- In his inaugural speech, he lauded the women for their
efforts and contributions in achieving the commendable milestone. He encouraged
the villagers to make full utilisation of both movable and non-movable assets
acquired to serve the purpose and fulfill the objectives of Market Access
Facility and Aggregation Center.
