WENN Bazaar kicks off in Chümoukedima

DIMAPUR — With an objective to empower and elevate women entrepreneurs across Nagaland, the 4th edition of Women Entrepreneurs Network Nagaland (WENN) Bazaar was inaugurated at CT Square in Chümoukedima town on October 2 on the theme “Creating a sustainable networking space for women entrepreneurs.”

An update from WENN stated that this year’s edition marked the largest event featuring110+ women-led enterprises, 7 hands-on workshops and a dedicated Udyam and FSSAI registration drive. The event aims to provide not only a vibrant marketplace for showcasing and selling products, but also essential tools for long-term business growth.

Organisers expressed hope that the bazaar would lead to tangible outcomes in terms of complete registration, placement of orders, formation of collaborations and matching of ideas with mentors, markets and funding. It encouraged every participant to leave with at least one new connection, one new capability and one new commitment.

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The inaugural ceremony was attended by Hekani Jakhalu, Advisor of Industries and Commerce, and Olee Bora, general manager of NEDFi. It stated that both dignitaries have inspired the gathering with powerful messages, reaffirming the critical role of women in economic development.

A key emphasis during the ceremony was on the importance of business documentation, ensuring that Nagaland’s women entrepreneurs evolve not just as dreamers, but as well-prepared business leaders of tomorrow.

It mentioned that WENN Bazaar has grown into a celebration of resilience, creativity and empowerment—a marketplace built by women, for women. It also offered a dynamic space for learning, networking and leadership development, contributing meaningfully to the future of Nagaland’s economy.

With an expected footfall of over 10,000 visitors across three days and projected vendor revenue of INR 50 lakh, WENN Bazaar 2025 is poised to make a significant economic impact on the state, it stated.