NEIDA, NABARD officials, resource persons with participants of International Women’s Day in Kohima on March 11.
Kohima, March 12 (MExN): National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) Kohima in collaboration with North East Initiative Development Agency (NEIDA) celebrated International Women’s Day at the Red Cross Building, Kohima, under the theme “Give to Gain” on March 11.
The programme brought together women farmers from Nzon Nyegi and Zanuo Cooperative Farmer Producer Organizations, along with representatives from the Cooperative Department, banking institutions, Agriculture and Horticulture departments, and NSRLM, highlighting the vital role of women in strengthening rural livelihoods.
The event started with an opening prayer by Kevileu Sopfunuo of Zanuo FPO, followed by a welcome address by Chitebuni Kricho, DDM NABARD Kohima. Women leaders Asha Chadi and NeizounuoThevo shared experiences on how FPOs are empowering rural women through collective farming and enterprise development.
Padma Shri awardee Neihunuo Sorhie, a renowned master weaver, delivered a motivational talk encouraging women to pursue their skills with confidence, while Sibo Nekhini, GM/OIC, RBI Kohima, who attended as Guest of Honour, appreciated the efforts of women farmers and institutions working towards sustainable rural development.
