Goa: As India Energy Week 2026 opened in Goa on Monday, bringing together global policymakers, industry leaders, innovators and investors to shape the future of energy, Cairn Oil & Gas highlighted a powerful story of inclusion and grassroots transformation alongside discussions on energy security and sustainability.
Showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Northeast, indigenous women artisans from Cairn’s operational areas in Assam are presenting their traditional handwoven textiles at India’s flagship energy exhibition and conference.
Through its initiative “Threads of Assam – Woven by Baidews,” Cairn Oil & Gas has supported nearly 5,000 women artisans, enabling financial independence while taking their craftsmanship to a global platform. The initiative is being showcased at the fourth edition of India Energy Week, being held from January 27 to 30 under the patronage of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
Representing the Borchapori and Agchamua handloom centres of Assam—both supported under Cairn’s community development programmes—the women entrepreneurs are displaying and selling a wide range of traditional handwoven products. These include gamosas, mekhela chadors, jackets, saris, scarves, handcrafted bags, pillow covers and other indigenous textile items made from traditional silks such as muga and eri, reflecting generations of craftsmanship and cultural heritage.
The women artisans are household entrepreneurs who have received structured training and livelihood support through Cairn’s CSR initiatives, helping them convert traditional skills into sustainable income opportunities.
Through such programmes, Cairn Oil & Gas continues to reaffirm its commitment to community-led development beyond its core operations. The initiative reflects the company’s belief that sustainability goes beyond energy solutions and also includes empowering communities, strengthening local economies and enabling inclusive growth.
As India Energy Week 2026 focuses on building a secure, sustainable and affordable energy future, the presence of Assam’s indigenous women artisans highlights how India’s growth story is strongest when local traditions, women-led enterprises and global opportunities are woven together—taking the journey truly from Local to Global.
