In an effort to promote local products and support entrepreneurs and farmers, Longtili C Sangtam interacted with a team from Rudram Dynamics, Delhi, and the Northeast Association for Social Welfare Foundation, Delhi, organisers of Unity Utsav with the Indian Army, to explore market opportunities for products from Kiphire district, Nagaland.

During the interaction, locally sourced products from Kiphire were introduced to the visiting team, with the aim of connecting local entrepreneurs and farmers with potential buyers and exploring opportunities for bulk orders.

Products highlighted for bulk orders included kidney beans, apples, mangoes, ginger, wood manure and millet. Other products showcased included banana chips, gooseberry candy, beef pickle, chicken pickle, blue tea and traditional attire from Kiphire.

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Longtili C Sangtam also highlighted the potential of Kiphire’s Apple Festival, Kholar Festival and Mango Festival in promoting local produce, encouraging entrepreneurship and attracting wider market interest.

The visiting team included Konark Rai, Managing Director of Rudram Dynamics and former Managing Director of SASTRA under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India; Dr. Shraddha Rai, Director of the Centre of Excellence for National Security; and Kenny, Founder of the Northeast Association for Social Welfare Foundation.

The initiative aims to help local entrepreneurs secure bulk orders and expand the market reach of products from Kiphire. It also underscores the importance of supporting local businesses, strengthening livelihoods and creating new economic opportunities for the people of the district.