Journalism of Courage
'Hamari Virasat' (Our Heritage), by the Hand For Handmade Foundation, celebrates the richness of India’s artisanal sector on the momentous occasion of the 75th year of the Indian Constitution. (Source: PR Handout)
75 artisans from different parts of the country have put together 1mx1m artworks, each intricately made and inspired by the art represented on the preamble of the Indian Constitution. (Source: PR Handout)
The artworks serve as a visual testament to the profound connection between the constitutional values and the artisanal sector’s contribution to nation-building.(Source: PR Handout)
The travelling exhibition comprising a mural supported by the JSW Group, is being showcased at Cross Maidan during the ongoing Kala Ghoda festival until January 28, 2024. (Source: PR Handout)
Notably, the handloom and handicraft industry, crucial to India's rural economy, employs millions. (Source: PR Handout)
The diversity and craftsmanship in the Indian artisan sector mirror the Constitution's ideals of liberty, fraternity, justice, and equality.(Source: PR Handout)
Many traditional crafts use sustainable materials and methods. By investing in this sector, India can lead the way in sustainable production and consumption (SDG 12), the press statement notes. (Source: PR Handout)
According to the statement, the globalisation of India's arts and crafts can be a soft power tool, enhancing India's cultural influence worldwide. (Source: PR Handout)
The initiative reflects how art can be transformative, especially in marginalised communities. (Soure: PR Handout)
