NEHHDC opens new yarn depot in Itanagar

The North Eastern Handicrafts & Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHHDC) opened a new yarn depot in Itanagar. Inaugurated by Mara Kocho, Managing Director, the facility aims to provide local artisans and weavers direct access to high-quality raw materials. Located at the Khinam Fashion House, the facility will supply ‘Purbashree Yarn,’ which includes specialized varieties like Ahimsa Silk and Premium Eri Yarn. These yarns are certified under the Oeko-Tex Standard 100, ensuring they meet strict safety and environmental standards.

The depot will strengthen the handloom value chain, enhance productivity, and improve livelihood opportunities for local weavers by ensuring a consistent supply of quality materials. This new facility is part of the NEHHDC's larger effort to enhance access to Purbashree Yarn throughout the entire northeast region.