Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia participates task force meeting focused on strengthening handloom, handicrafts sector in Northeast

Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region (DONER) Jyotiraditya Scindia today highlighted the Northeast’s immense potential to spearhead India’s sustainable fashion revolution.
 
The Minister said this while virtually participating in a high-level task force meeting focused on strengthening the handloom and handicrafts sector in the Northeast.
 
Echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Fashion for Environment and Empowerment, Mr Scindia said that with its rich legacy of eco-friendly practices, artisanal expertise, and exceptional craftsmanship, the region is uniquely positioned to lead the transition to green, inclusive fashion on a global scale.
 
He said that the Northeast must leverage its rich heritage in handlooms and handicrafts to generate livelihoods, foster innovation, and position India’s cultural legacy on the global stage.
 
The meeting focused on revitalizing the Handicrafts and Handlooms ecosystem through targeted interventions such as improved market access, use of technology, capacity building, and sustainable livelihood creation.
 
During the meeting, the Union minister unveiled a transformative plan for the sector, emphasizing modernization through infrastructure upgrades, digital and design integration, and skill development.