Sikkim is set to get its first ever Apparel and Garments Manufacturing Centre. Aimed at providing skilled training to the local youth, converting Sikkim’s traditional handloom into fashion garments and stitching uniforms for the police and armed forces, the proposed project is expected to cost Rs. 18 crore and will have three units. Each of these units will have 100 machines and Ministry of Textiles will provide for the maintenance of the machines for the next three years. The centre will generate employment for 1,500 individuals. The proposed centres are expected to become operational by July this year.
