Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma today inaugurated an eri silk processing unit at Bhoirymbong in Ri-Bhoi district, aimed at strengthening the State’s traditional silk sector and creating better market access for weavers. Eri silk, popularly known as Ryndia, received the Geographical Indication or GI tag in 2025 for its unique non-violent production process, as the silkworms remain unharmed during extraction. The fabric is widely known as Ahimsa silk.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said the new unit would help bridge the gap in the organised marketing of eri silk cocoons and generate livelihood opportunities for local weavers and artisans. He also handed over financial assistance of 35 lakh rupees under the PRIME Meghalaya Scheme to support the initiative.
Mr Sangma said Bhoirymbong’s proximity to Shillong Airport would help expand trade networks and promote Meghalaya’s eri silk products in wider markets.
