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ACKNOWLEDGMENT...................................................................................1
PREFACE....................................................................................................2
History: JHARKHAND...............................................................................12
Ranchi: Detail file............................................................................(13-14)
WOOD CRAFT IN JHARKHAND.................................................................15
SWOT Analysis........................................................................................16
RAW MATERIALS.....................................................................................22
TOOLS/EQUIPMENTS USED.....................................................................23
PRODUCTION PROCESS...................................................................(24-25)
DESIGN METHODOLOGY..........................................................................26
DESIGN/SKETCH & FINAL PROTOTYPE/PRODUCTS.........................(27-83)
FINAL PRODUCT LIST..............................................................................84
CONCLUSION.......................................................................................... 85
DESIGNER’S PROFILE..............................................................................86
BIBLIOGRAPHY....................................................................................... 87
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
INTRODUCTION
The Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) is an attached office of Ministry of
Textiles, Government of India. Its Headquarters are at West Block No.7, R.K. Puram, New
Delhi-110066.
Regional Design and Technical Development Centres at New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Banglore
and Guwahati
FUNCTIONS
To undertake technical surveys of traditional crafts of the region and to seek out, record,
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develop and apply forms and methods employed by craftsperson in villages and production
centres.
To upgrade artisan’s skill through appropriate design & technical intervention to enable
them to use quality raw material , tools and equipment to produce value added items to cater to
the domestic and overseas markets by evaluating its advantages and eliminating its
shortcomings.
Survey of crafts pockets in the respective regions for studying the existing manufacturing
process in different crafts having scope for improvement in tools techniques and finishing.
Research on profitable utilisation of indigenous / raw material for making attractive
handicrafts items.
Development of prototypes of newly designed products and establishment of technology
for their manufacture.
Field demonstration in the use of improved tools and techniques for different crafts.
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Technical guidance / assistance to craftsperson connected with different crafts in terms
of improved tools and equipment so that ergonomically better tools result in enhanced
production and less strain / drudgery for the artisans.
Participation in exhibitions, technical seminars / marketing events organised by other
centres and other organisations connected with the development of handicrafts. Co-ordination
with M&SEC’s and other departments and organisations working with office of the
DC(Handicrafts).
DUTIES
Provide guidance for promoting and restyling the traditional handicrafts of vitality and good
design into products to suit the present day requirements.
Assist craftsperson in developing new designs and demonstrate to them new methods of
production.
Visit craftsperson in their places of work and provide them on the spot assistance in solving
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The progressive work of the Design & Technical Development Workshop on “Wood craft” at
Shantinagar, Ranchi, Jharkhand was in its peak. All artisans were constantly working on
designing products after getting the idea and construction technique of design /sketch provided
by the designer. In between Mr. A.K. Panigrahi(AD,DC(H), Ranchi) visited the workshop and
inspected the progressive work. He had also given information about the design methodology
and its market. According to him, every artisan should start to develop products as per
understanding the needs and demands of the market. Market is very competitive; therefore
artisans must sell traditional products which belong to their community and region. This kind of
workshop is very important for local artisans to start the work with basic skills through which
they can produce their developed products in the markets and start earning money to uplift the
standard of living in the society.
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PROGRESSIVE WORK OF THE PROGRAMME
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PROGRESSIVE WORK OF THE PROGRAMME
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CONCLUDING CEREMONY OF THE PROGRAMME
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THURSDAY, 30 JANUARY,
HINDUSTAN, RANCHI
region. And with them, were the cross-cultural influences of local non-tribal communities
and successive waves of Buddhism and Jainism, Mughal rule and the reign of the Hindu
emperors of Bengal.
JHARKHAND:Brief Profile of the State
Jharkhand has been carved out from
the state of Bihar. It came into being
on 15 November 2000 as the 28th
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Latitude 23.35° N
Longitude 85.23° E
CLIMATE
Although Ranchi has a humid subtropical climate, its location and the forests surrounding it
combine to produce the unusually pleasant climate for which it's known. Its climate is the
primary reason why Ranchi was once the summer capital of the undivided State of Bihar and was
designated a preferable "hill station". Summer temperatures range from 20 °C to 42 degrees,
winter temperatures from 0 °C to 25 degrees. December and January are the coolest months,
with temperatures dipping to the freezing point in some areas. The annual rainfall is about 1430
mm (56.34 inches). From June to September the rainfall is about 1,100 mm. The Köppen
Climate Classification subtype for this climate is "Cfa"(Humid Subtropical Climate).
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GEOGRAPHY
Ranchi lies at 23°21'N 85°20'E.Its municipal area is 175.12 square kilometres, and its average
elevation is 651 m above sea level. Ranchi is located in the southern part of the Chota Nagpur
plateau, which is the eastern section of the Deccan plateau. Ranchi is known as the "City of
Waterfalls" because of its numerous waterfalls, the most well known of which are Dassam Falls,
Hundru Falls, Jonha Falls, Hirni Falls and Panchghagh Falls. The Subarnarekha river and its
tributaries constitute the local river system. The channels Kanke, Rukka and Hatia have been
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dammed to create reservoirs that supply water to the majority of the population. Ranchi has a
hilly topography and its dense tropical forests a combination that produces a relatively
moderate climate compared to the rest of the state.
DEMOGRAPHICS
As per latest 2011 India census,Ranchi city has a population of 1,073,440, making it the 37th
largest urban city in India and third largest city in Jharkhand after Jamshedpur and Dhanbad.
Males constitute 51.3% of the population and females 48.7%.Ranchi is the second most
populous district of Jharkhand after dhanbad. Ranchi city has an average literacy rate of
87.68% (census 2011), higher than the national average of 74.04%: male literacy is 92.48%,
and female literacy is 82.48%. Owing to the rising employment opportunities and opening of
numerous regional and state level offices, banks, and FMCG companies, the city witnessed a
rapid influx of employment seeking migrants. As per a study done by ASSOCHAM in late 2010,
Ranchi was the highest employment generating Tier-III city in India with a share of 16.8%,
followed by Mangalore and Mysore.
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WOOD CRAFT IN JHARKHAND
Once a dense forest area, Jharkhand with the
abundance of wood, resulted in the use this for
creating variety of wood articles for household
requirements. The artisans of the region were
involved in beautifully designing different articles of
household use. These include door panels, boxes
and windows besides wooden spoons etc. These
carved and designed articles are beautiful and has
good market both in India and abroad.
STRENGTH
- Large Number of daily wage workers are having good skills due to involvement
in similar kind of activities in wood products development.
WEAKNESS
OPPORTUNITY
THREAT
- Less exposure and lack of marketing will diminish the interest of artisans and restricted to make
only self consumable Product
These artisans they buy the raw materials from the local
market itself.
The artisans make products for their own consumption and
that can be either sold in the local market. Most of the artisans
are daily wage workers and only work on the craft after winding
up their daily needs.
The whole idea of this workshop was to tap this local talent and
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come up with ways so that it can be further used for the benefit
of the local community. My first step was to evaluate the skill
level of the artisans and as according to their skill levels come
up with product ideas which are best suited for the market. The
various findings regarding their skill levels are
The skill level of the artisans was about average. They were not
used to do various intricate techniques which have become so
much a part and parcel of Wood craft worldwide. They were not
equipped with minute craft techniques.
Based on the skill level of the artisans I propose to do a product
diversification into other lifestyle accessories such as
coasters, candle stands, table lamp, tray, wall clocks and show piece products etc. These
products can be derived using the same techniques that these artisans have, with the main
focus being on finishing techniques, which these artisans lack. As Ranchi has a proximity to
Kolkata, these products can be easily sold there and the artisans can make a good living out of it.
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ARTISANS PROFILE AND SELECTION
The workshop brought together about 30 artisans from nearby location of Shantinagar, Ranchi
associated with SHGs, artisans associated with this craft & craftsmen having inclination toward
the wood craft.
Different Artisans who were involved in Wood craft and required further training, had been given
preference in the workshop. Also, the few others artisans having inclination toward the craft
included in the workshop.
Sl. Name of the Father’s/Husband’s Postal Add with Age Caste Sex I.Card No. Photograph Sign.
No Craftman Name Tel. No.(If any) (If any)
LAKRA
JHARKHAND,
KERKETTA
JHARKHAND,
Tools (Top): Right angled scale (L-square), Big Hexa blade & Sand Paper; (from left to
right): Manual planner(Randha),Big file, Nail, Paint brush, Glass marker, Scissor, Small hexa
blade, Small file, Aari patti, Batali, Curved batali, Drilling bit, Traditional drilling machine,
(Bottom): Measuring tape & Hammer.
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3. MEASUREMENTS
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6. EDGE FINISHING
The sharp edge of the cut component is further smoothen using bigger cutting file or smaller
cutting file required as per the size of the component. In this process, proper roundness of the
edge is required which provides the finished look.
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7. CARVING
Carving is done to get the surface texture and aesthetic appearance of the components which is
ultimately used in product assembling. In this process, small cutting patti is taken to do carving
on wood.
8. SANDING
Sanding process is done to get fine quality surface which also provides fine look of the
component. To get fine surface, different types of sand paper of no. 60, 80, 120. Sand paper
(no. 60 & 80) is used to smoothen the hard surface and sand paper no. 120 is often used to get
finished surface.
9. ASSEMBLING
All components are finally assembled to get the proper form of the product. In this process, nail,
screw, adhesive and other suitable materials are required to get final look of the product.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
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DESIGN METHODOLOGY
theme were taken i.e., Marine life (Fish ), chess board and tribal art to get suitable ideas &
concepts to develop various traditional and contemporary products which ultimately help
to provide new designs to the market.
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DESIGN/SKETCH & FINAL PROTOTYPE/PRODUCTS
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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ASIT KUMAR RAHA | EMPANELED DESIGNER
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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ASIT KUMAR RAHA | EMPANELED DESIGNER
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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ASIT KUMAR RAHA | EMPANELED DESIGNER
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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ASIT KUMAR RAHA | EMPANELED DESIGNER
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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ASIT KUMAR RAHA | EMPANELED DESIGNER
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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ASIT KUMAR RAHA | EMPANELED DESIGNER
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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ASIT KUMAR RAHA | EMPANELED DESIGNER
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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RD&TDC | DC(H)
ASIT KUMAR RAHA | EMPANELED DESIGNER
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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ASIT KUMAR RAHA | EMPANELED DESIGNER
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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ASIT KUMAR RAHA | EMPANELED DESIGNER
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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ASIT KUMAR RAHA | EMPANELED DESIGNER
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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ASIT KUMAR RAHA | EMPANELED DESIGNER
The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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The target market of this product is export market and the high-end consumers in India. The difference in
the cost price and selling price of the object is due to its positioning in the market and the perceive value of
the design. But when doing for the export market the mark-up can be kept up to 25%. The overheads
include an average distribution of cost of transportation of the product for FOB Delhi.
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FINAL PRODUCT LIST
STAND
19. BUDHAA IDOL AKR/RDTDC/2014/19 9.75X7.75X0.5 685.00
ARTISTIC FISH SHOW
20. AKR/RDTDC/2014/20 11.75X6.25X0.5 550.00
PIECE
21. CAMEL SHOW PIECE AKR/RDTDC/2014/21 7X4.35X0.5 385.00
CONCLUSION
Wood craft is one of the finest craft of India
which always used to produce decorative
items with its artistic methods. Artisans
who have made their livelihood through
wood craft are finding new markets to
exhibit talent after showcasing their
traditional art form.
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Objective
Seeking an opportunity as a designer where I can enhance my skills and intellectual abilities while working for the
Handicraft sector.
Educational Qualification
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Professional Experiences
2006: “2 weeks Craft design development programme conducted by NIFT, Kolkata in Shantiniketan (Bolpur)”.
2007: “8 weeks summer internship at TATA INTERNATIONAL LTD, DEWAS, M.P.: understanding the actual methods of
production procedures and processes and industrial know how”.
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2008: “16 weeks graduation project at CREW BOS PRODUCT LTD, GURGAON, and HR: Leather design and development.”
2009-2010: Performed as Accessories Designer cum merchandiser in BLUE AND BLUES FASHIONS (INDIA) LTD, KOLKATA
2010-2011: Performed as Accessories Designer cum Production Coordinator in STICHWELL EXPORTS PVT LTD, KOLKATA.
2011-2012: Appointed as an Empanelled Designer by DCH (Divisional Commissioner of Handicrafts) and working for
design development workshop on artistic leather articles
2012-2013: Worked as fashion consultant and faculty in GIFT (Global Institute of Fashion Technology), Kolkata
Guided and taught latest product design development in clothing, lifestyle accessories and Handicrafts.
2013-till present: Working as an Empanelled Designer and involved in Design and Technical Development Workshop on
Katha Crafts, Batik Crafts, Jute & Natural Fiber crafts, Zari Crafts, Artistic leather crafts.
# Worked on Design & Technical Development Workshop on Jute crafts under AHVY organized by Digambarpur Angikar at
Sundarban, West Bengal
# Worked on Departmental Design & Technical Development Workshop on Wood crafts organized by RD&TDC, O/o
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Govt. of India, Ministry of Textile at Shantinagar, Ranchi, Jharkhand
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