An awareness workshop under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme was held at the DC’s Conference Hall, Mokokchung on February 6, marking a significant step toward modernizing traditional skills and integrating local artisans into the formal economy. The event was organized by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, in association with the District Industries Centre (DIC), Mokokchung.
Delivering the welcome address, B. Asangla, General Manager of DIC Mokokchung, expressed gratitude to the District Administration for their support. She welcomed the artisans and resource persons, voicing her hope that the scheme would serve as a meaningful and impactful programme for the district’s skilled workforce.
Gracing the occasion, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Mokokchung, Atsungba Walling, emphasized the vital role artisans play in preserving Naga culture and traditions. “When we look around Nagaland, we see the history of our people written in wood and bamboo,” he stated. Describing artisans as the “silent engine” of the local economy and keepers of identity in an era of mass production, Walling lauded their resilience. He further remarked that Nagas are “born artisans” and urged participants to fully utilize the workshop to ensure the scheme’s success.
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The technical sessions, moderated by Asula Imlong, Functional Manager of DIC Mokokchung covered a comprehensive range of topics:
Speaking on MSME Schemes, Renbenthung Kikon, Inspector of Industries, briefed participants on various Government of India initiatives. While Temsurenla Kichu, Area Coordinator (NRLM) spoke on Entrepreneurship & Marketing, and discussed e-commerce, packaging, and sales strategies.
Financial Literacy was taken up by Olemmenla, Dy. Manager of SBI AMCC Mokokchung, where she addressed the credit-related issues for beneficiaries. Lohe Lokajia Victoria (SL-PMU) spoke on Digital Integration, and conducted a session on onboarding and QR code generation for artisans.
The workshop concluded with feedback and closing remarks from the MSME-DFO, Dimapur, reaffirming the government’s commitment to increasing artisan income and market access.
