Event: Design & Technical Development Workshop (DDW)
Craft Focus: GI-Tagged Kashmir Sozni Craft
Date: 01‑10‑2023 to 30‑11‑2023
Venue: Hardu Shuru, District Baramulla
Organised by: M/s Tabeeb Handicrafts Producer Company Limited
Sponsored by: Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India
Programme Category: Skill Development of Handicrafts Sector (SDHS) under NHDP
Tabeeb Handicrafts Producer Company Limited extended its commitment to artisan empowerment by organizing a two-month intensive skill development workshop in Hardu Shuru, Baramulla. This program under the National Handicrafts Development Programme (NHDP) focused on GI-certified Sozni embroidery, aiming to blend tradition with advanced design and production capabilities.
Refine Design Practices: Encourage artisans to incorporate innovation while maintaining authenticity in Sozni motifs.
Upgrade Technical Skills: Enhance needlework, symmetry, and threadwork precision for premium output.
Promote Women Artisans: Create space for women to upgrade their skills and explore new markets.
Support GI Craft Recognition: Reinforce the identity and value of GI-tagged Sozni embroidery in both domestic and international markets.
Enable Livelihoods: Foster production efficiency and boost self-sufficiency through craft-based income.
Dedicated Participation: A cohort of highly committed women artisans took part in hands-on design improvement and technical sessions.
Culturally Rooted Venue: The session was held in a modest yet vibrant village space, ensuring accessibility and comfort.
Live Demonstration: Artisans practiced intricate Sozni embroidery in real time with expert feedback and peer interaction.
Educational Decor: The workshop room was thoughtfully decorated with posters, flowers, and cultural symbols—creating a respectful learning atmosphere.
Winter Readiness: Despite the October-November cold, the enthusiasm of artisans remained unwavering.
“This training helped me perfect my needle movement. I feel more confident to take bigger orders now.”
“Before this workshop, I didn’t know how GI tagging benefits us. Now I understand how to protect my craft’s identity.”
Tabeeb Handicrafts Producer Company Limited remains steadfast in building a strong skill foundation among rural artisans. Through such structured workshops under NHDP, it aims to safeguard traditional arts while preparing artisans for a modern, competitive marketplace.
The DDW conducted at Hardu Shuru highlights the enduring spirit of Kashmiri women artisans. As skills evolve and awareness grows, so does the hope for a sustainable, dignified livelihood rooted in cultural heritage.
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