New Delhi, Sept 03: The North East Institute of Fashion Technology (NEIFT) is organizing the 17th Edition of Mega Event: Celebrating North East India Festival in association with Consulate General of India, Milan on 9th September 2023 at the historic Museum – Villa Necchi Campiglio, in the fashion capital of the world Milan, Italy.
After the stupendous success of last year’s International Edition at Washington D.C., USA, this is a huge challenge for NEIFT, led by its CEO and The Festival Director Shri. Vikram Rai Medhi to showcase the rich heritage of Sustainable Textiles of the North East region in the Mecca of Fashion – Milan.
Shri. Vikram Rai Medhi, Festival Director, Celebrating North East India Festival said, “The Meghalaya Tourism and Nagaland Tourism have come forward to join hands in presenting the vibrant Region of the Country to the Who’s Who of Milan’s Cultural Connoisseurs and Political Leaders. Ministry of DoNER, Ministry of Textiles, KVIC, Ministry of MSME, etc. has come forward to support and be associated with the Festival.”
Mr. Ranald Wahlang of Meghalaya Tourism, while addressing the Media present said that this Festival will give an opportunity to the State of Meghalaya to showcase its natural Tourism Potentials to a Niche European Tourist which will definitely bring International Tourists to the State of Meghalaya. Smti Lisapila Aier, Senior PRO, Government of Nagaland said that the festival at Milan will be a Curtain Raiser for Hornbill Festival which is celebrating its Silver Jubilee in its next year Edition .
Eight Fashion Designers from NER will display their exotic Collection in Sustainable Textiles and Weaves of the North East to be showcased by the Top Models of Milan Fashion Industry. The Folk Dancers of the North East will create a magical evening at the beautiful venue of Milan on 9th September 2023. A strong contingent of Delegates from North East comprising of Performers, Designers, Models, Artistes, Officials, etc. are travelling to participate and attend the programme.