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Handloom Textiles · Manipur
Shaphee Lanphee
A ceremonial wraparound textile of Manipur, part of the same fine handloom tradition as Moirang Phee and Wangkhei Phee, historically worn by royalty.
GI status: GI-registered, 2014
Shelf life: Indefinite
Women-led sector
| Category | Handloom Textiles |
|---|---|
| Region | Manipur |
| GI status | GI-registered, 2014 |
| Typical shelf life | Indefinite |
| Women's role in production | Woven by Meitei women weavers alongside Moirang Phee and Wangkhei Phee as part of Manipur's classical handloom textile cluster. |
Why this fits a low-wastage SHG model: A premium, finished textile good with indefinite shelf life and strong ceremonial-market demand.
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