NEHDC Announces Mara Kocho as Incoming Managing Director Introduction The North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHDC) has appointed Mara Kocho as its incoming Managing Director. This appointment is a significant development for the corporation, which focuses on the development and promotion of handicrafts and handlooms from the northeastern states of India. Mara Kocho’s…
19th Divya Kala Mela Unveiled in Visakhapatnam: Empowering Artisans with Disabilities The 19th edition of Divya Kala Mela, a national fair that showcases the talents and creativity of artisans with disabilities, was recently inaugurated in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The event highlights India’s rich diversity of art and handicrafts, providing a platform for these artisans to…
Varanasi’s Tiranga Barfi and Dhalua Murti Metal Casting Craft Receive GI Tag Varanasi, known for its rich cultural heritage and exquisite craftsmanship, has recently gained recognition for two of its traditional art forms – Tiranga Barfi and Dhalua Murti Metal Casting Craft. Both these art forms have been conferred with the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI)…
Jammu and Kashmir Saras Fair | Government to Host Its First Saras Fair 2023 The Jammu and Kashmir government has decided to host its first-ever Saras fair in 2023. The fair will be organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM) to promote local entrepreneurship and handicrafts. This initiative aims to boost the…
