Imphal, Aug. 4 -- The Manipur State Rural Livelihoods Mission (MSRLM), under the Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Government of Manipur, on Monday launched the first 'Rural Roots Market' at Leimapokpam in Bishnupur district.

The initiative aims to provide a direct platform for Self-Help Group (SHG) members to sell their products-such as handloom items, handicrafts, clothing, jute bags, vegetables, and local food items-directly to customers at wholesale rates, eliminating the need for intermediaries.

The market was hosted by the Senmitlon Sinnai Village Level Federation (VLF) and drew significant public participation.

N Bandana Devi, Secretary of Skill, Labour, Employment and Entrepreneurship and State Mission Directo...