NEHHDC Achieves Oeko-Tex Certification for Eri Silk
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | NEHHDC (North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation Ltd.) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region |
| Achievement | Obtained Oeko-Tex certification from Germany for eri silk |
| Certification | Oeko-Tex: Ensures textiles are free from harmful substances and safe for human use |
| Impact | Enhances global marketability, ensures compliance with international safety and quality standards |
| Key Highlights | |
| Significance | - International recognition for global textile safety standards |
| - Boosts consumer confidence with chemical-free, eco-friendly production | |
| - Enhances global marketability for premium markets | |
| - Aligns with sustainability trends, attracting ethical buyers | |
| Government Initiatives | |
| R&D | Central Muga & Eri Research Institute (Lahdoigarh, Assam) established for R&D and training |
| Silkworm Seed | Muga Eri Silkworm Seed Organization for quality silkworm seed production |
| Scheme | Silk Samagra-2 Scheme (2021-26) for sericulture industry development |
| Challenges | - Unorganized sector with traditional methods |
| - Need for modernization to improve efficiency and productivity | |
| - Limited awareness about global certification requirements |