Maram Sagongbam – June 13, 2024

The Tribal Artisan Empanelment Mela (TAeM), organized by Trifed in collaboration with the District Administration and Tribal Affairs & Hills, took place at Maram Sagongbam on June 13, 2024.
The event aimed to empower and support tribal artisans by providing them with the necessary resources and opportunities to showcase their talents.

The mela was graced by several distinguished guests, including
Pamthing Keishing (Regional Manager of Trifed Guwahati)
Sir John (Deputy Director of Tribal Affairs and Hills, Government of Manipur)
Mrs. Leshine (Range Officer of the Forest Department, Government of Manipur) Vasone (Accounts Assistant at MSRLM) Kibambe Felix, General Secretary of the Senapati Entrepreneurs Association (SEA), and Thaovi, Master Trainer at IIE.

Key community leaders also attended the event, such as K. Namba (Chief of Maram)
Pungdi Celestine (President in Charge of Maram Union)
Livingstone (Finance Secy  of Maram Union
Hingkaluba (Headman of Sagongbam) Luther (General Secretary of Maram Union)
Karaihing (President of NMPO)
Pungdi Tuiba (Chairman of Maram Sagongbam)
K. Micael Maram( Convenor of Maram Cultural Forum)
Rang Stifler (General Secretary of NMSYO)
Talung James (President of NMSYO)
Rana Jenis (President of NMWO)
Karaila Mercy (Speaker of NMWO) and Samson (General Secretary of NMPO)

The presence of these prominent figures underscored the importance of the event and the collective commitment to promoting and preserving tribal arts and crafts. The mela provided a platform for artisans to display their work, connect with potential buyers, and explore new markets. The program includes exhibition and empanelment of the artisans and ensure the sustainability of their crafts.

The event was a resounding success, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the tribal communities and their contributions to the broader society. The organizers and participants expressed their hope that such initiatives would continue to support and uplift the tribal artisans of Manipur.

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