NEHHDC Inaugurates Center for Excellence for Apparel, Made-Ups and Home Furnishing
26 June 2024: On May 30, 2024, the North Eastern Handicrafts and Handloom Development Corporation (NEHHDC) inaugurated the Center for Excellence for Apparel, Made-Ups and Home Furnishing. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Govt. of India, New Delhi; Dr. B. Kalyan Chakraborty, Principal Secretary, Govt. of Assam; Padma Shri Dr. A Sakthivel, Chairman, AMHSSC; Dr. Vijay Kumar Yadav, CEO, AMHSSC; and Brigadier R. K. Singh, MD, NEHHDC. The inauguration marks a significant milestone in the advancement of the textile industry in North Eastern Region of India. It is poised to become a pivotal hub for enhancing the skills and capabilities of local artisans, enabling them to produce high-quality apparel, made-ups, and home furnishing products. The Center aims to foster innovation, quality and excellence, providing artisans with access to state-of-the-art facilities and training programs. The distinguished guests spoke on the occasion, stressing the strategic importance of this initiative in driving sustainable development and preserving the rich cultural heritage of the North East.
This initiative marks a significant milestone in addressing the challenges faced by the apparel sector. It enhances efficiency in product development, research and workforce skilling while contributing to the country’s rapid economic growth.
Padma Shri Dr. A. Sakthivel, Chairman, AMHSSC, expressed his heartfelt gratitude and reaffirmed the Council’s dedication to aligning with the government’s mission to promote the growth and competitiveness of Assam’s apparel industry. He underscored the Centre’s pivotal role in contributing to the region’s socio-economic development, instilling a sense of hope and inspiration in the audience. “The Centre of Excellence in Guwahati stands out with its cutting-edge apparel manufacturing technology, offering a truly immersive industry experience,” emphasized Dr. Sakthivel. “It provides diverse courses, ranging from Industrial Engineering and Production Supervision to Fashion Sampling Coordination and Fashion Business & Marketing. The CoE’s alignment with government initiatives like DDUGKY and Samarth ensures the accessibility of these invaluable educational opportunities.”
Dr. Vijay Kumar Yadav, CEO, AMHSSC, offered a more expansive view of the Centre’s impact, stating, “CoE is designed to serve as a hub for project work, internships, seminars, workshops and upskilling programs, ensuring that students and professionals remain at the forefront of the latest industry trends. This initiative aims to foster innovation and elevate the standards of the apparel industry in the North Eastern region.” He added, “As a center dedicated to excellence, it will play a crucial role in nurturing talent, driving economic development, and contributing to the overall upliftment of the apparel industry in Assam and the wider North Eastern region.”
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