Nagaland Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation (NHHDC)
ABOUT US
What is NHHDC?
The Nagaland Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. (NHHDC) is a Government of Nagaland undertaking established in 1979 to promote and develop traditional handloom and handicraft products unique to the state.
What does NHHDC do?
- Production of handloom and handicraft goods at its Dimapur centers
- Market products under the brand “Meraki Nagaland” through social media and sales outlets
- Supply raw materials to weavers/artisans and buys back finished products for sale
- Organize fairs & exhibitions to promote artisans and educate them on market trends
- Sustain Nagaland’s craft heritage while boosting rural livelihoods
- Dyeing Centre sustainably dyes goat and yak hair to produce high-quality materials that support traditional crafts and local livelihoods.
150+
Officers/Staff
Employed at NHHDC 2023-2024
28+ L
Total Value of Production
Generated at Weaving Production Centre, Dyeing Centre and Craft Development Centre
40+ L
Total Sales
Sale of Handloom & Handicrafts finished products, 2023-2024
3
State Handloom Expos
Organised by NHHDC, 2023-2024
Procedure to Avail Services
- Interested individuals may contact the Project Section of NHHDC Ltd., Dimapur
- Meet concerned officers in person for guidance on eligibility, applications, and documentation
Our Services
- Traditional Crafts Promotion: Developing Nagaland’s indigenous handloom & handicrafts since 1979
- Skill Development: Conducting training programs and providing design support to artisans
- Marketing Support: Operating 7 sales emporiums across India including New Delhi
- Exhibition Platforms: Organizing fairs, bazaars, and expos for product showcasing
- Collaborative Programs: Partnering with NEHHDC for artisan skill development and market access
Activities
State Handloom Expo – Held again at Urban Haat, Dimapur from 6th to 19th March 2025.
State Handloom Expo – Held at Urban Haat, Dimapur from 4th to 17th December 2024.
National Handloom Expo – Held at Handloom Haat, Janpath, New Delhi from 6th to 19th February 2025.
Gandhi Shilp Bazaar 2022 (Gandhi Shilp Bazar / Craft Bazar)
Handicraft Training 2022(Handicrafts Technical Training Programme)
Workshop-Cum - One Day Seminar 2022
Improved Toolkits Distribution Programme
Circulars
Important Notice
Please Note: There is currently no official notice regarding upcoming events or programmes. The Corporation will update this section as and when new events, expos, or schemes are announced. We encourage visitors to check this page regularly or contact the Project Section for the latest updates.
Contact Us
Nagaland Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Limited, Opposite BSF Transit Camp, Half Nagarjan, Dimapur – 797112, Nagaland.
nhhdcdima@yahoo.co.in
Phone: +91 8414983484
