Shri. B Lyngdoh Minister of Textiles inaugurated the Muga Growing cum Handloom Production Centre at Saikarap Shella in the presence of local MLA Shri B Synrem, Shri. FR Kharkongor Commissioner Secretary Textiles, Secretary C& RD, Departmental officials and Khneng weavers & embroiderers as part of Meghalaya@ 50 initiatives.

A Khneng Costume show showcasing unique Shella costume with Khneng embroidery was showcased by weavers from Mustoh area.

The Hon’ble Minister & other dignitaries in their speeches emphasised that Muga and Khneng activity in the area 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 as a whole.