What is Mizoram Handloom and Craft Development?
Mizoram Handloom and Craft Development Scheme supports weavers of the traditional Puan textile — Mizoram's iconic handloom fabric woven by Mizo women. The scheme provides free loom equipment, 50% subsidy on yarn, market linkage through MHHDC (Mizoram Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation) emporiums in Aizawl and outside Mizoram, and participation in Northeast craft fairs and national handloom expos. Weavers registered under the scheme receive orders from government emporiums and institutional buyers. The scheme preserves Mizo cultural identity through textile and also supports bamboo and cane craft artisans across the state.
Mizoram Handloom and Craft Development — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Mizoram Handloom and Craft Development Scheme 2026 - Free Loom + 50% Yarn Subsidy for Traditional Puan Weaving | MHHDC |
| State | Mizoram (मिज़ोरम) |
| Launched By | Government of Mizoram |
| Launch Year | 2011 |
| Benefit | Free loom + 50% yarn subsidy + MHHDC emporium market linkage + NE craft fair participation for Puan weavers in Mizoram |
| Category | MSME & Industry |
| Last Verified | 28 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://mizoram.gov.in/department/handloom-handicrafts |
Mizoram Handloom and Craft Development Scheme chuan Puan thawm mizo hmeichhe leh bamboo/cane artisan ho chu free loom, 50% yarn subsidy, MHHDC emporium market linkage leh NE craft fair participation pek a ni. District Handloom Office / MHHDC-ah register rawh.
📌 फायदा: Free loom + 50% yarn subsidy + MHHDC emporium + NE craft fair — Mizoram Puan weaver and artisan
पात्रता:
Mizoram ILP holder, Puan thawm / bamboo-cane artisan, District Handloom Office / MHHDC-ah register, emporium buyer tur.
अर्ज कसा करावा:
District Handloom and Handicrafts Office / MHHDC Aizawl → registration form → ILP + Aadhaar + craft sample + bank passbook → free loom + yarn subsidy + emporium linkage.
Benefits of Mizoram Handloom and Craft Development
✅ Free loom + 50% yarn subsidy + MHHDC emporium market linkage + NE craft fair participation for Puan weavers in Mizoram
Who is Eligible for Mizoram Handloom and Craft Development?
- ✓ Permanent Mizoram resident (ILP holder)
- ✓ Traditional Puan weaver or bamboo/cane craft artisan
- ✓ Registered with District Handloom and Handicrafts Office or MHHDC
- ✓ Willing to produce for MHHDC emporium and institutional buyers
- ✓ For NE craft fair participation: minimum 2 years weaving experience
- ✓ Preferably woman weaver (Mizoram Puan is traditionally women's craft)
Documents Required for Mizoram Handloom and Craft Development
How to Apply for Mizoram Handloom and Craft Development Online?
- 1Visit mizoram.gov.in — the application is filed online there
- 2Register yourself; an OTP is sent to the mobile linked with your Aadhaar
- 3Enter the personal, income and bank information the form asks for
- 4Provide clear copies of Aadhaar Card, Mizoram ILP / Domicile Certificate, Weaver / Artisan Registration Certificate (from Handloom Dept.)
- 5Do a final review, submit, and keep the reference number safe
- 6Check progress on the same portal while officials verify your file
Official Government Portal — Mizoram
Submit your application yourself on mizoram.gov.in; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
🔗 Apply at MHHDC / District Handloom Office, Mizoram