APKVIB Promotes Beekeeping and Silk Cluster Development in Arunachal Pradesh

ITANAGAR, Oct 9: The Arunachal Pradesh Khadi and Village Industries Board (APKVIB) organized a one-day awareness program on beekeeping and Eri and mulberry silk cluster development at Jote-Poma in Papum Pare district. This initiative supports khadi, silk production, and rural industries.

APKVIB Chairman Adv Maling Gombu outlined the Board’s role in advancing khadi, silk sectors, and agro-based village industries by collaborating with the Departments of Sericulture, Textile and Handloom, and Agriculture and Horticulture. The program aims to strengthen the entire value chain from cocoon production to marketing, including yarn processing, spinning, weaving, garment-making, handicrafts, branding, and packaging.