IMPHAL, September 21: For the first time in the history of Manipur, a State level society for State`™s male weavers, artisans and entrepreneurs has been formed during the `1st Congregation of Male Weavers and Entrepreneurs of Manipur`™ held at the premises of Shintha Handlooms and Handicrafts, Thongju Part II, Imphal East on September 20.
During the gathering, male weavers hailing from different parts of the State unanimously agreed to name the newly formed society as the State Society for Male Weavers, Artisans and Entrepreneurs, Manipur (SSMWAEM).
Bhubol Sougrakpam from Thongju Part II, Khelen Thokchom from Pheijaleitong, Budha Nongmaithem from Bishnupur Nachou, Hijam Sanatomba from Khongjom, Pradeep Lourembam from Keishamthong and Wangkheimayum Inao Singh from Samurou Awang Leikai have been elected as president, secretary, joint secretary, treasurer, secretary publicity and secretary organization of the society respectively.
The congregation further resolved to register the society under Manipur Societies Act, 1976. Its temporary office will be located at the complex of Shintha Handlooms and Handicrafts, Thongju.
The main objective of the society is to enhance the capacity building of the State`™s weavers, artisans and entrepreneurs.