SIKKIM: An impressive fashion show in handlooms

October 2nd, 2010

GANGTOK: “Weaves”, a handloom fashion show to promote handlooms was staged at a local hotel here in the capital Wednesday evening.

Sponsored by Office of the Development Commissioner (Handlooms) Textiles Committee, Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India, and organized by Sikkim Handlooms & Handicrafts Development Corporation, the event saw local and other models on the ramp presenting beautiful traditional, modern attires and outfits made from handloom. Minister for Human Resource Development Mr. N.K Pradhan, chief guest for the show, inaugurated the glamorous event in presence of Minister for Commerce and Industries Ms. Neeru Sewa.

In his inaugural address Mr. Pradhan highlighted how handlooms have been the trademark and an important recognition of our nation. MLAs, DGP, Secretaries, DC (East), among others, attended the show. Earlier CEO of North Eastern Institute of Fashion Technology Mr. Vikram welcomed the guests and also felicitated the chief guest.[FROM SIKKIM REPORTER / EDITED BY ASHOK CHATTERJEE]