Handmade Items In Surguja: Women of Surguja district of Chhattisgarh are no longer limited to only domestic responsibilities, but are preparing both traditional and modern products by joining self-help groups. Tattoo art, jute goods, wall paintings, piggy banks and many types of handmade products are creating a distinct identity for these women today. These handicraft items are a beautiful representation of local culture and tradition. Women in various para-tolas of Lakhanpur development block are preparing these products together, the demand for which is now reaching big cities like Delhi and Mumbai from Surguja. See this report…
Lakhanpur got the status of aspirational block
While talking to Local18, PRP Tameshwari Yadu of Lakhanpur block told that the area has recently got the status of aspirational block. Under this, women are being given training and encouragement to manufacture various local products.
Bed construction work by Jaya Group in Kuputra village
He told that 10 sisters of Jaya Group prepare beds in Kuputra Gram Panchayat. It is becoming a powerful medium of employment for women.
Piggy banks, wall paintings and jute products in Siratanga
In Sirptanga village, women of Lakshmi group are preparing piggy banks, wall paintings and handmade products made of jute. This art is a great example of local culture and skill.
Sack manufacturing in Kunwarpur Gauthan of Kevra complex.
Tameshwari Yadu told that the sacks used for storing paddy are made in Kunwarpur Gauthan of Kevra cluster. It is making an important contribution to the rural economy.
Women of Kunni group making clay artefacts
Women of Hariyali Farmer Producer Group of Kunni Sankul prepare products like jug, lamp, piggy bank, lantern and elephant from clay. These items are made entirely from local clay and are quite popular in the market.
Special identity of Godhana art in Jamla
A group of 10 sisters create Godhana art in Jamla village. Their main work is to make traditional tattoo designs on clothes. Design on handkerchief… 1 day Heavy and fine design… 10 to 15 days Design on saree… About 1 month These women also go to big cities like Delhi, Mumbai to sell their products. People also get designs prepared by giving them clothes of their choice.
Tradition of wall painting continues in Sritanga
In Sritanga, traditional wall paintings are made from ply, clay and paper. Earlier this art was done by Sonamati Didi of Putra, but now this tradition is being carried forward through her son and other trained Didis.
Strong sales in hut market
Tameshwari Yadu said that the price of these products ranges from Rs 1,050 to Rs 5,000 depending on the size and design. The sales of these products are excellent in the hut markets set up under the Aspirational Block. Recently, a large quantity of goods were also sold in the Akanksha Hut set up on the arrival of the Governor in Lakhanpur.
A source of permanent employment for women
From Godhna art to clay products and wall paintings, these handicrafts have made women self-reliant. Demonstrations and sales in big cities have boosted their confidence and this work has now become a reliable source of permanent income.
