Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) was established under Companies Act in the year

1986-87 and is a non-profit organisation, with an object to promote, support, protect, maintain and
increase the export of handicrafts. it is an apex body of handicrafts exporters for promotion of exports
of Handicrafts from country and projected India's image abroad as a reliable supplier of high quality of
handicrafts goods & services and ensured various measures keeping in view of of observance of
international standards and specification. The Council has created necessary infrastructure as well as
marketing and information facilities, which are availed both by the members exporters and importers.

Different types of handicrafts in India?

India is a manufacturing hub for making various types of handicrafts which is also famous in the
international market. The most famous form of handicrafts in India are as follows:

Bamboo Handicrafts: Bamboo handicrafts are the most eco-friendly crafts in India due to being a
manufacturer of bamboo. There are many types of goods made from bamboo, such as baskets, dolls,
toys, sieve, mats, wall hangings, umbrellas handles, crossbows, kharaahi, kula, dukula, saddle, jewelry
boxes etc. Most handicrafts of bamboo are made in West Bengal, Assam and Tripura.
Benta handicrafts: The cane bag is famous for handicrafts in India, which includes useful items such as
trays, baskets, stylish furniture, etc.

Bell Metal Handicrafts: The string of brass used to make the bell is called bell metal. This hard alloy is
used to make vermilion boxes, bowls, candle stands, pendants and many craft. The Bell Metal
handicrafts are mostly popular in Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Assam and Manipur. This form of handicrafts
in Madhya Pradesh is known as tribal craft.
Bone and horn Handicrafts: Born in the state of Odisha, and handicrafts of horn are famous for
making birds and animals look like they are very real and vibrant. Apart from this, pan stand, jewelry,
cigarette cans, table lamps, chillies and salt sets, chess sets, napkin rings, laughing Buddha etc. are made
in Odisha, Karnataka, Kerala and Uttar Pradesh.
Brass Handicrafts: Brassware is famous due to the durability of brassware. Made of bronze,
such as creeping Krishna or Lord Ganesh idols of different currencies, vases, table tapes, hole
lamps, jewelry boxes, hookahs, toys, wine glasses, plates, fruit trees and many things are used
in Indian homes. These artisans are known as Kansari. Bronze utensils are mostly made in
Rajasthan.

Clay handicrafts: Since the origin of the Indus Valley Civilization, pottery is the oldest form of handicrafts
in India. People attached to this work are called potter. In addition to its world-renowned terracotta
form, clay handicrafts have a form of red pot, gray utensils and black utensils. Uttar Pradesh is known
for its black paint utensils. In addition to Krishnanagar of West Bengal, pottery is made in Bikaner,
Lucknow, Pune and Himachal Pradesh. Pottery, decorative items, ornaments etc. are widely used
throughout the country.
Bell metal handicrafts: Metal is the oldest form of handicrafts and is known for its traditional simplicity.
This tribal handicraft was born in Madhya Pradesh. These handicrafts include states like West Bengal,
Bihar and Odisha. Metal is known for his unique stuff performing a folk character. All handicraft stores
have metal jewelry, candle stand, pan stand, ash tray and many types of decorative items.

Jute handicrafts: Jute craftsmen have made their special place in jute handicrafts all over the world. The
wide range of jute crafts includes bags, office stationery, chuniyina and other ornaments, footwear, wall
hangings and many accessories. West Bengal, Assam and Bihar are the largest jute producers and the
leader of the Jute Handicrafts Market in India.

Paper handicrafts: A lot of crafts, such as kites, masks, ornamental flowers, lamp shades, puppets, hand
fans, etc. are combined with saffronic paper. Kutti, which was developed in the Mughal period, is
famous for paper handicrafts in India. This craft industry is mainly located in Delhi, Rajgir, Patna, Gaya,
Awadh, Ahmedabad and Allahabad. Apart from this, the craftsmen of the paper are in almost every city.
Rock Handicraft: The oldest form of rock art is the Rak carving that can be seen in Rajasthan, Jaipur,
Adisha and Nagpur. Rajasthan, Jaipur and Madhya Pradesh are famous for carving of marble. The
specialty of Madhya Pradesh is the art of green stones, while the stone rocks have a unique rock craft.
The ancient temple of Odisha is a world-famous example of India's rock craft. Many utensils, decorative
items, stone jewelery and sculptures are made from racks.

Shell Handicrafts: Shell has been demanding handicrafts in India since ancient times. Shell handicrafts
are made of three types of shells such as conch shells, turtle shells and sea shells. Many things like
bangles, forks, decorative bowls, lacquets, spoons, buttons, curtains, sandaliers, mirror frames, table
mats etc. are similar to Shell handicrafts. Usually places on the coastal areas such as the Gulf of Mannar,
Goa, Odisha etc. are places of shell handicrafts.
Silver handicrafts: The finer work of silver or the Tarakashi gold or silver wires is a creative work of
handicrafts. The finer work of silver is of three types: enamel, open mesh and flowers and leaves. Its
most famous works include pattanan, tea tray, tranquil bax, earrings, necklace, bracelet and other types
of jewelry. Apart from Cuttack of Odisha, Karimnagar of Telangana is also famous for this handicrafts.

Embroidered handicrafts: Two sets of threads are said to weave knit garments from weaving and
weaving. This traditional form of handicrafts is found especially in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and
Rajasthan. Weaving of famous weaving is built in Jamnagar and Rajkot. Bihar and Karnataka are known
for their embroidery work.
Wood Handicraft: Wood Handicrafts was prevalent in India long before the stone statues came into
existence. Various goods were made by shaping wooden pieces by skilled craftsmen. Gujarat, Jammu
and Kashmir, Karnataka, Kerala and Uttar Pradesh are known for their unique timber work. Some
common wooden crafts such as ax, toys, utensils, decorative items, ornaments and many decorative
household items such as lamp shade, candle stand, vermilion box, jewelry box, bangle holder etc. are
used in almost every Indian house. .

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