Policymakers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators converged for a conclave in Guwahati on Thursday (September 18, 2025) to set an agenda for a sustainable bamboo economy.
The focus of this agenda is on integrating traditional knowledge with modern technology, leveraging market-driven approaches, and fostering inclusive growth to “build a resilient and globally competitive bamboo sector” that will contribute to sustainable development and economic prosperity.
Experts at the Northeast Bamboo Conclave said the region comprising eight States is crucial for the National Bamboo Mission (NBM) to succeed. The northeast and a contiguous part of West Bengal account for more than 50% of the bamboo resources in India.
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“Bamboo holds immense potential for green growth and livelihood missions in the northeast. As we align with the NBM, our focus is on fostering partnerships, driving investments, and promoting innovations that will make bamboo a cornerstone of India’s bio-economy,” M.C. Omi Ningshen, the Managing Director of North East Cane and Bamboo Development Council, stated.
