Kohima hosts MykiFest 2025, showcasing women artisans and entrepreneurs

Kohima: The 8th edition of MykiFest 2025 opened on Monday at the Directorate of Women Resource Development in Kohima, celebrating women’s skills, creativity and entrepreneurship across Nagaland. The Nagaland Department of Women Resource Development is hosting the event alongside the Hornbill Festival.

Speaking at the inaugural programme, Secretary of Women Resource Development Zhothisa Dawhuo, IAS, said MykiFest provides a strong platform for women to showcase their talents and build economic independence.

He reaffirmed the department’s commitment to breaking social and economic barriers and empowering women through sustained programmes.

Dawhuo noted that the Myki brand was created to promote women artisans and entrepreneurs by giving them space to display their products, innovations and craftsmanship.

He urged department officials to continue strengthening women-focused initiatives. He also revealed that the department aims to organise a larger, more vibrant edition of MykiFest at Kisama in the coming years.

Director of Women Resource Development Vilone Sakhrie, in his opening remarks, described MykiFest as a tribute to women’s contributions in daily life. He thanked artisans, trainees, entrepreneurs and all stakeholders for their strong support.

Earlier, Dawhuo inaugurated the exhibition stalls, marking the official launch of Hornbill-cum-MykiFest 2025.

This year’s edition features micro-stalls from the Apparel and Accessories Programme, the Food Processing and Resource Centre, and trainees from Myki centres in Kohima and Dimapur.

The festival also spotlights women authors, musicians, singers and emerging local entrepreneurs, celebrating the energy and creativity of women-led enterprises in Nagaland.