District HandicraftsOffice, Ganjam,Berhampur

Official account of District Handicrafts Office, Ganjam

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

Highlights from today’s cultural programme at Kalabhoomi.

The soulful #Odissi, and elegant #Chhau from Pratibha Dance Academy, enthralled the visitors.

Every Saturday afternoon the cultural spirit of #Odisha comes alive at @kalabhoomibbsr. Don’t miss the experience!

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

Witness 1000 master potters shaping clay simultaneously,a breathtaking moment that turned tradition into history. official from World Book of Records highlights this remarkable achievement at Toshali Mela,celebrating not just a record but the legacy of Odisha’s rich craftsmanship

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

Representatives from the World Book of Records were present to witness and officially document this large-scale, simultaneous pot-making demonstration at Odisha Crafts Museum - Kalabhoomi, marking a proud moment for the State’s artisan community.
#SwadeshiAtmanirbhar

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

Sebaka Rana’s journey from Bargarh to a world record is nothing short of inspiring. Let’s celebrate the artisans who keep our culture alive!

📍 Kalabhoomi, Bhubaneswar

#20thGrandToshaliSwadeshiMela
#Toshali2026
#SwadeshiAtmanirbhar

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

Odisha created a historic milestone with 70,000 pots shaped by 1,000 artisans in a remarkable display of collective craftsmanship and cultural pride.

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

Smt. Guha Poonam Tapas Kumar, Commissioner cum Secretary, Handloom, Textile and Handicrafts Department, speaks about the historic Mega Pot Making Competition at Toshali Mela, celebrating Odisha’s terracotta heritage and the collective achievement of over 1000 artisans.

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

Media across Odisha is talking about 20th the Grand Toshali Swadeshi Mela , celebrating handloom, handicrafts, culture and Atmanirbhar spirit.From press meet to prime coverage, the excitement is building every day.
📍 Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar
📅 14th–26th February 2026

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

A grand beginning to a historic edition. The roadshow announcing the 20th Grand Toshali Swadeshi Mela 2026 was formally flagged off at Ekamra Haat, Bhubaneswar, in the gracious presence of Hon’ble Minister Shri Pradeep Bal Samanta, Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts Dept.

[Poonam T Guha, IAS @GuhaIas]

Towards a stronger collaboration with CSIR IMMT , for metal craft artisans of the state

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

A workshop cum training program on “S&T intervention for revitalizing Heritage Metal Crafts of Odisha” is organized by the CSIR- Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology, Bhubaneswar in association with Directorate of Handicraft, HT&H Deptt ,Govt. of Odisha today at CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar.

The programme is inaugurated by Sri Pradeep Bal Samanta, Hon’ble Minister of Cooperation , Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts as Chief Guest. Smt. Guha Poonam Tapas Kumar, Commissioner-cum-Secretary , Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts Department as the guest of Honour in presence of Smt. Nibedita Prusty, the Director of Handicrafts, Odisha, Dr. Ramanuj Narayan, Director, CSIR-Institute of Minerals & Materials Technology, Bhubaneswar and Senior Scientists of IMMT, Bhubaneswar.

This workshop-cum-training programme focuses on introducing science and technology interventions to strengthen Odisha’s traditional brass and bell metal craft sector. The initiative aims to upgrade artisans’ technical expertise, improve product quality, expand livelihood opportunities, and foster long-term economic sustainability.

Nearly 300 artisans from across the state have participated in the programme, reflecting the widespread interest and commitment to preserving this heritage craft.
During the sessions, CSIR-IMMT experts will showcase modern brass melting furnaces and demonstrated innovative S&T-based techniques in metal forming and surface finishing, offering artisans practical exposure to advanced methods that can transform their craft.
#OdishaCrafts #HeritageMetalCrafts #TechnologyMeetsTradition #ArtisanEmpowerment #CSIRIMMT #SustainableCrafts #InnovationInCrafts

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

All India Handicrafts Week has been observed at the CVP Training Centre on Sabai grass Craft🌾in Salasahi , Suliapada Block of Mayurbhanj District .
Heartfelt thanks to all participants, trainers, and craftspersons for making this celebration meaningful and inspiring.

#AllIndiaHandicraftsWeek #SabaiCraft #HandmadeWithLove #CulturalHeritage #OdishaCrafts

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

#wearyourhandloom
#wearodishahandloom

[Poonam T Guha, IAS @GuhaIas]

Vijay Stambh ( story of Ramayana ) made of terracotta on display at Mruttika Here the craft and the master .

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

Eighteen new District Level Institutional Handicrafts Training Centres in 17 Districts have been approved to nurture the next generation of Artisans.

Each centre with an intake capacity of 20 will offer Basic Training in a wide array of Crafts- from Paddy Craft, Dhokra Casting, Horn Craft, Brass & Bell Metal, Golden Grass, Wood Carving, Paper Mache, Bamboo Craft, Tribal Jewellery, Lacquer Craft, Tribal Painting, Dongaria Kandha Embroidery Shawl Making, to Terracotta- reflecting the State’s commitment to preserving and promoting its timeless artistic heritage.

#OdishaCrafts #HandloomsTextilesHandicrafts #SkillDevelopment #CraftTraining #OdishaArtisans #CulturalHeritage #EmpoweringArtisans #Kalabhoomi #OdishaCulture #PaddyCraft #DhokraCasting #HomCraft #BrassAndBellMetal #GoldenGrass #WoodCarving #PaperMache #BambooCraft #TribalJewellery #LacquerCraft #TribalPainting #DongariaKandha #Embroidery #ShawlMaking #Terracotta
@CMO_Odisha @IPR_Odisha @Boyanikaonline
@utkalikaofficial @Sidac_Odisha @kalabhoomibbsr @GuhaIas @handicraftsdc @DhciOdisha

[Poonam T Guha, IAS @GuhaIas]

⁦⁦⁦@HTH_Odisha⁩ received the first prize for the Republic Day Tableaux ( Pragyapan Medha)for “GI tagged Handicrafts &Handlooms of Odisha”.It is great honour for all of us,working towards this cause 🙏 ⁦@CMO_Odisha⁩ ⁦⁦@NITIAayog⁩ ⁦⁦@TexMinIndia⁩

[BDO Belaguntha @bdo_belaguntha]

premises in presence of BDO Bellaguntha, Assistant Director (Handicrafts) Handicrafts Service Center, O/o the DC (Handicrafts) Bhubaneswar, Assistant Director (Handicrafts) Ganjam, Berhampur and KIIT-TBI team on 12.11.2024
@CMO_Odisha
@IPR_Odisha
@Ganjam_Admin
@ZP_Ganjam

[SIDAC Odisha @Sidac_Odisha]

Mastering the craft, empowering trainers!
Our 6-day Training of Trainers program has successfully concluded, equipping Master Crafts Persons with the skills and empowerment to excel in the Handicrafts sector
#ToTProgram #Handicrafts #Skilling #SkillDevelopment #mastercraftsperson

[SIDAC Odisha @Sidac_Odisha]

Empowering Master Crafts Persons to new heights!

The focus of our recently started 6-days 'Training of Trainers' program is to impart specialized training and exposure to the masters to be a trainer for the next generation.
#skilling #training #TrainingAndDevelopment #TOTprogram

[SIDAC Odisha @Sidac_Odisha]

Admissions open!
State & District Level Handicrafts Training Courses
Contact:9658091814/ 7978964322
To apply visit:https://t.co/iXij8aRU7n
Last date to apply:31.07.24

Applicants are requested to read the advertisement published in the Odia news paper Samaj and Sambad on 02.07.24

[Handlooms,Textiles & Handicrafts Department,Odisha @HTH_Odisha]

Proud moment!

#Odisha receives 2nd prize in the Innovative Display category at 12th International Stone Industry Exhibition organised by @stonemart_india 2024. This will play a vital role in enhancing livelihood of artisans of #Odisha. @cdosofficial @ficci_india @arvindpadhee