Bhubaneswar:
National Toshali Crafts Mela-2014 was inaugurated by Chief Minister Naveen
Patnaik at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar in the presence of Minister H.T. & H,
Smt Snehangini Chhuria, Minister Tourism & Culture Sri Ashok Ch.Panda, M.P
Dr. Prasanna Patsani, Mayor Sri Anant Narayan Jena, MLA Sri Bijay Kumar Mohanty
& Sri Priyadarshi Mishra.
After
inaugurating ChiefMinister Naveen
Patnaik said, “Our craftsmen and weavers are the saviours of our conventional
cultural prosperity. Their magical hands have been creating wonders, which we
need to honor, preserve and
promote.” And also said Odishan
handicrafts and handloom reserve a special place in our hearts. The unique
intricate designs of our crafts make them exceptional, and secure a glorious
place in the craft arena” Chief Minister said that our country is a storehouse
of a traditional wisdom that is reflected in our art and crafts. The handicraft
and handloom sectors are demonstrative of the vibrant cultural wealth of India.
The
Toshali National Crafts Mela is a vision in progress to mainstream this
socio-economic and cultural activity, this
year the focus is on dhokra casting and tribal jewellery. A theme pavillion
called ‘Magic in Metal’ has been set up, which has live demonstrations on the
craft. As many as 500 artisans of
120 families earn their livelihood by creating various dhokra craft items. The
price of dhokra craft items ranges from Rs 10 to Rs 10,000 and more depending
on the size and design. Besides,
tribal artisans from districts like Nabarangpur, Koraput, Dhenkanal, Rayagada
and kalahandi also gave live demonstartions of producing jewellery items like
necklaces, bangles, earrings, finger rings, bracelets, anklets and so on.
Source:
Odishabook.com
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