The new facility of the V. Movi Institute of Fashion Designing was formally inaugurated at Chumoukedima on March 13, in the presence of community members, students, well-wishers and invited guests.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by President of Forerunners Society, Imlibenla Wati Nienu, as the special guest. The programme began with the ribbon-cutting ceremony by the special guest, followed by an invocation by Pastor Keviyalie Rume of CBC Unity Village, who sought blessings for the institute and its future endeavours.
Delivering the welcome address, proprietor Vilhousa Movi thanked the gathering for their support and shared that the institute was established with the vision of equipping youth with practical skills in fashion designing and tailoring to help them become self-reliant and pursue sustainable careers.
He said the institute is among the few in the region offering multiple skill-based courses such as cutting and tailoring, fashion designing, beauty and wellness, modelling, and computer skills approved by the technical department of the Government of Nagaland.
Imlibenla Wati Nienu, in her address said the inauguration symbolised not just the opening of a building but the beginning of opportunities, creativity and dreams for many young people. She observed that society often places excessive emphasis on white-collar jobs, causing many youths to overlook their natural talents.
Highlighting the changing global landscape, she noted that fields such as fashion, design, entrepreneurship and creative arts now offer vast opportunities for growth and success.
Nienu also commended the founder for investing in the future of local youth and encouraged students to believe in themselves, remain dedicated and persevere through challenges. She further emphasised the importance of preserving cultural identity, noting that fashion can serve as a powerful platform to showcase the rich heritage and traditions of the Naga people.
A highlight of the programme was a Fashion Extravaganza presented by the institute’s students, showcasing their creativity, craftsmanship and technical skills, which received appreciation from the audience.
