The beautiful city of Jaipur has witnessed the virtual inauguration of the Shilpgram, a remarkable initiative that aims to provide a platform for local artisans to sell their products. Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari expressed her excitement at the development, emphasizing that this project will not only enable artisans to secure fair prices for their creations but also gain recognition on an international level.
Shilpgram is much more than just a marketplace for handicrafts; it is a celebration of India’s rich craft, art, and culture. Kumari pointed out that such a unique amalgamation is unparalleled anywhere else in the world. By bringing together the tourism and handicraft industries, the project aims to foster the growth of the handicraft sector significantly. Kumari highlighted the rapid expansion of the tourism industry in India and affirmed that India’s progress in this area is gaining global recognition.
The Central and State governments have joined forces to provide world-class recognition to Jaipur’s traditional handicraft art, while also promoting these crafts through modern and sustainable technologies. This endeavor extends beyond Jaipur, as similar initiatives are being undertaken in other parts of Rajasthan.
“The ministry of textiles approved the development of Potters’ Mohalla in Kunda village, Amer, as a Craft Tourism Village. The Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) successfully executed this project,” stated Manju Rajpal, JDA Commissioner. The project has received a total funding of INR 5.37 crore, with INR 4.12 crore contributed by the Central government and INR 1.25 crore by the State government.
The inauguration of Shilpgram is a significant milestone for the artisans of Jaipur, providing them with a dedicated space to showcase their craftsmanship and creativity. It is a testament to the government’s commitment to preserving and promoting India’s rich cultural heritage while embracing modern technologies and sustainable practices. This initiative not only benefits the artisans but also contributes to the overall growth of the handicrafts and tourism industries in the region.
FAQ:
1. What is Shilpgram?
Shilpgram is an initiative in Jaipur that provides a platform for local artisans to sell their products. It is a marketplace for handicrafts and a celebration of India’s rich craft, art, and culture.
2. Who inaugurated Shilpgram?
The virtual inauguration of Shilpgram was witnessed by Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari of Jaipur.
3. What are the aims of Shilpgram?
Shilpgram aims to enable artisans to secure fair prices for their creations and gain recognition on an international level. It also aims to foster the growth of the handicraft sector significantly by bringing together the tourism and handicraft industries.
4. How is Shilpgram funded?
The project has received a total funding of INR 5.37 crore, with INR 4.12 crore contributed by the Central government and INR 1.25 crore by the State government.
5. What other initiatives are being undertaken in Rajasthan?
Similar initiatives promoting traditional handicraft art are being undertaken in other parts of Rajasthan, such as the development of Potters’ Mohalla in Kunda village, Amer, as a Craft Tourism Village.
Definitions:
1. Handicrafts – Products made by hand using traditional methods and skills, often involving artistic or decorative elements.
2. Craft Tourism – A form of tourism that revolves around experiencing and learning about local crafts and artistic traditions.
Related Links:
Jaipur Development Authority – Website of the Jaipur Development Authority, the organization responsible for the development and execution of projects like Shilpgram.
Ministry of Textiles – Official website of the Ministry of Textiles, the government ministry that approved the development of Potters’ Mohalla as a Craft Tourism Village in Jaipur.