“Mahura Weaves”: New showroom on Assam handloom inaugurated at Guwahati’s Roodraksh Mall

Guwahati: FXB India Suraksha, in collaboration with HDFC Bank Parivartan, is delighted to announce the grand inauguration of the Mahura Weaves showroom at Roodraksh Mall in Guwahati. This momentous event occurred on December 5, 2023, marking a significant milestone in promoting Assam handloom and empowering local artisans.
Mahura Weaves, a brand dedicated to preserving and promoting Assam handloom, stands as a beacon of craftsmanship and cultural heritage from the region. With a fusion of tradition and contemporary design, Mahura Weaves has reinvigorated the ancient handloom art, captivating global audiences’ attention. Beyond fashion, Mahura Weaves is committed to ensuring fair compensation for the weavers, thus improving their livelihoods and fostering sustainable growth in the community.

Through the Mahura Weaves showroom, the talented artisans of Assam now have a platform to showcase their skills and creations to the world. Each meticulously woven thread not only represents a piece of exquisite fabric but also stitches together a tapestry of empowerment. This initiative has united weavers, communities, and admirers worldwide in their shared appreciation for the artistry and legacy of Assamese handloom.The presence of esteemed guests graced the inauguration ceremony:Nishikanta Sharma, Assistant Director, Handloom and Textile, Govt. of Assam Kamrup Assam,Pallab Jyoti Kuwar, Functional Manager, DIC Kamrup Metro,Premjit Konwar, Zonal Head, HDFC Bank, Abdul Munaf, Deputy Handloom Officer, Assam,Dipankar Talukdar, Cluster Head, HDFC Bank,Debojit Roy, Cluster Head, HDFC Bank,Hemant Mowke, State Head, Government Business Vertical, Nandita Das, CSR Manager, HDFC Bank,Pallab Jyoti Kuwar, Functional Manager, DIC Kamrup Metro, Papli Gogoi, Fashion Designer, Brand: Fashion Bloom,Mehzabin Ershad, Fashion Designer, Brand: Meghan’s, Ganesh Neelam, Programme Manager, FXBIS and team,The Mahura Weaves showroom at Roodraksh Mall is now open to the public, inviting everyone to explore the beauty of Assam’s handloom heritage and support the local artisan community.Mahura Weaves is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich tradition of Assam handloom. With a commitment to quality craftsmanship and fair compensation for weavers, Mahura Weaves showcases the heritage of Assamese handloom to a global audience through its exquisite designs.FXB India Suraksha (FXBIS) is an Indian non-governmental, non-profit organization providing developmental assistance to disadvantaged children, families and communities in rural and urban India. As the country chapter of the Geneva-based NGO François-Xavier Bagnoud International, FXB India Suraksha (FXBIS) was established in 2007 as an autonomous Indian entity registered under section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013. Currently, FXBIS is directly implementing projects in 14 Indian states and UTs, covering issues related to livelihood promotion, quality education, health, protection and safety.