Shillong, March 27: Textiles minister Banteidor Lyngdoh on Friday inaugurated a Muga growing cum handloom production centre at Saikarap Shella in the presence of local MLA B Synrem, FR Kharkongor Commissioner Secretary Textiles and C& RD , departmental officials and Khneng weavers & embroiderers as part of Meghalaya@ 50 initiatives.
A Khneng costume show with unique Shella costume with Khneng embroidery was showcased by weavers from Mustoh area.
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Muga and Khneng activity would be further encouraged through capacity building and marketing efforts in the newly inaugurated integrated Muga growing cum handloom production & capacity building centre.
The centre will cater to Saikarap and Mustoh area in particular & Shella region.
