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Applications invited for Handicraft & Tribal Textiles Award

DIMAPUR

Directorate of Industries & Commerce has invited applications from indigenous artisans of Nagaland for the State Level Award 2025 in the field of Handicraft and Tribal Textiles.
Eligible applicants must be bonafide artisans of Nagaland, actively engaged in the handicraft and tribal textile sector for a minimum of five years, and must be 18 years of age or above. Government employees are not eligible to apply.
Application forms will be made available from September 1, 2025 at the Textile Branch, Room No. 62 (Top Floor), Directorate of Industries & Commerce, Kohima, on all working days between 9:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Completed forms, along with samples or articles, must be submitted in person to the same office on or before September 30, 2025. The department has clarified that applications received after the deadline will not be entertained under any circumstances.
Craft categories will be attached along with the application forms for reference.

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