Kohima: Entrepreneurs and artisans from Nagaland received prestigious state-level awards during a facilitation program for the State Entrepreneur 2023 and State Handicraft Award 2023-24 on Tuesday. The event was held at the Conference Hall of the Directorate of Industries & Commerce in Kohima.
During the event, Commissioner & Secretary of Industries & Commerce, Kekhrievor Kevichusa, expressed his appreciation for the diverse creativity displayed by Naga craftsmen from various fields.
He encouraged awardees and department officials to maintain strong relationships to ensure that the department can provide necessary assistance for the benefit of the people. Kevichusa congratulated all the winners and assured them of the department’s continual support and assistance in the future.
Director of Industries & Commerce, A Temjen Jamir, highlighted that the State Entrepreneur Award was initiated by the department with administrative approval from the Government of Nagaland in 2022.
He emphasised that the award celebrates entrepreneurial excellence and innovation, recognizing outstanding achievements in the entrepreneurial world. Jamir explained that the award aims to foster a culture of entrepreneurship by acknowledging entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and significant accomplishments of individuals and companies.
It also serves as a platform to honor remarkable contributions and innovations of entrepreneurs across the state.
The recipients of the State Entrepreneur Award 2023 include:
- Peihauding of M/s Ngurie Company from Peren district for his innovative Bio-enhancer, an organic composition addressing key challenges faced by flower growers and contributing to agricultural sustainability.
- Mulungnenla Pogen of M/s ISTI Natural Dimapur for her commitment to crafting herbal skincare solutions using indigenous herbs.
- Nengneithem Hengna of M/s Runway India Dimapur for integrating Nagaland indigenous-inspired jewelry into mainstream fashion and promoting tribal art.
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The State Handicraft Awards were also presented to several talented artisans for their exemplary craftsmanship including: Vekuvolu Dozo (Textiles Loin Loom), Shirme Ruivavao (Wood Carving), Imtiyala Handicraft (Crocheted Craft), Cenam Wangcha (Handicraft Beadwork), Vikheli H. Ayemi (Textiles Loin Loom), Kekuweu Lomi (Textiles Loin Loom), and Imtisenla (Handicraft Jewelry).
Under the One District One Product (ODOP) initiative, 10 chilli farmers and 10 farmers cultivating pineapple, coffee, kiwi, plum, avocado, tomatoes, basmati rice from districts including Kohima, Chumoukedima, Mokokchung, Mon, Peren, and Phek were awarded organic certification as per the National Program for Organic Production (NPOP) standard.
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