Nalbari, Oct. 17 -- PepsiCo India has inaugurated a Development Hub in Chengnoi, Nalbari district, to support women-led livelihoods and promote Assam's traditional Eri silk craft.

The hub has been set up under the company's RevolutioNari initiative in partnership with the Mrida Heart 'N' Soil Foundation.

The hub combines technology, skills training, financial support and market access to help rural women participate in different stages of the Eri silk value chain and develop sustainable sources of income.

The initiative follows PepsiCo India's announcement of a new food manufacturing facility in Nalbari. The company said its investments in Assam also include efforts to support community development, women's economic participation and l...