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Clear filters"Design Development Training For Master Crafts Persons" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme
This scheme, run under the Development of Handicrafts programme, provides design and development training to experienced master craftspersons in Puducherry. The training teaches modern design techniques and artistic methods to help traditional craftspeople make their products more attractive and sellable to customers. The goal is to preserve and improve traditional handicrafts while increasing their market value and demand.
View DetailsUpgrading the Skills and Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development
USTTAD is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Minority Affairs to support artisans and craftspeople working in traditional arts and crafts. The scheme focuses on upgrading skills and providing training to help traditional craftspeople improve their craft quality and income. It aims to preserve India's rich cultural heritage while making traditional arts more economically viable for practitioners.
View Details"Grant To Handicrafts Societies" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme
This scheme, run by the Department of Industries and Commerce in Puducherry, provides financial grants to registered handicraft societies. It aims to strengthen coordination and skill development among traditional craftspeople and artisans. The grants support societies in organizing or participating in exhibitions to promote and sell their handicraft products.
View DetailsHandicraft Mela Participation
This scheme, run by the Gujarat government, helps artisans and handicraft workers showcase and sell their handmade products at government-sponsored fairs and exhibitions across Gujarat and other states. It aims to give traditional craftspeople direct access to customers and preserve India's rich handicraft heritage. The scheme reduces costs for artisans by providing subsidized stall space and marketing support.
View DetailsNational Handicrafts Development Programme: Infrastructure And Technology Support: EMPORIA
The National Handicrafts Development Programme's Infrastructure and Technology Support scheme helps artisans and weavers set up their own shops called emporia (retail stores). These shops are opened in good business locations using the organization's own or rented buildings. The scheme is run by the Ministry of Textiles to support traditional craftspeople in selling their products directly to customers.
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