Kohima: The ANMA Integrated Development Association recently celebrated the conclusion of the USHA Silai School Training Programme at St. Mary’s School in Lozaphuhu village. This nine day initiative provided fifteen women from across fifteen villages with intensive vocational instruction to help them build independent livelihoods. Participants received hands-on training from May 13 to May 21, completing ten hours of daily coursework that covered mechanical operations, stitching, repairs, and embroidery.
The program concluded with a formal ceremony where graduates received sewing machines to support their professional start. Superintendent of Police for Phek, Dr. Pritpal Kaur Batra, served as the special guest. She encouraged the women to view tailoring as a path to empowerment, suggesting that they brand their businesses and leverage digital platforms to reach customers. She also advised them to organize into self-help groups and engage with government financial schemes to ensure long-term stability.
AIDA Executive Director Rev. Fr. Dr. Roy George praised the graduates for their commitment to the curriculum. He emphasized that the value of their newly acquired skills depends on consistent practice and dedication. By fostering these technical abilities, the initiative aims to improve the economic well-being of both the individual trainees and their broader communities.
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