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S eminars & workshops

Export Promotion of Handicrafts from Himachal Pradesh

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Awareness Seminar in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh; 2 June2025
Design & Technology Development Workshop on Kangra Painting Fusion with Wood Craft inaugurated

EPCH organised an Awareness Seminar
on “Export Promotion of Handicrafts
from Himachal Pradesh” in Dharamshala
on 2nd June 2025. The session brought
together key stakeholders from the
region's including Handicraft Exporter,
young entrepreneurs and artisans, to
bridge the gap between traditional
craftsmanship and contemporary
market demands, fostering sustainable
development while preserving the rich
artisanal heritage of Himachal Pradesh.
On this occasion, the Design &
Technology Development Workshop Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Director General in the role of Chief Mentor, EPCH and Chairman, India Exposition Mart Ltd. (IEML)
(DDW) on Kangra Painting Fusion with addressing the session. Seen on the dias are (LtoR): Mr. Rajesh Rawat, Additional Executive Director, EPCH; Mr. R K
Verma, Executive Director, EPCH; Dr. Neeraj Khanna, Chairman, EPCH; Mr. Ravi K. Passi, COA Member, EPCH; and
Wood Craft was also inaugurated. This
Mr. Sagar Mehta, Vice Chairman, EPCH
initiative is a significant step towards
promoting design innovation and enhancing artisan skills. Mr. Mohd. Ausaf, Mr. Simrandeep Singh Kohli; along with Mr. Santosh
Anand, Assistant Director, Office of the Development Commissioner
The event witnessed the presence of Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Director
(Handicrafts); and Mr. Najmul Islam, prominent member exporter.
General in the role of Chief Mentor, EPCH and Chairman, India
The gathering also included a large number of artisans and
Exposition Mart Ltd. (IEML); Dr. Neeraj Khanna, Chairman, EPCH;
entrepreneurs from the region as well as senior EPCH officials
Mr. Sagar Mehta, Vice Chairman, EPCH; and EPCH Committee of
including Mr. R K Verma, Executive Director, EPCH; and Mr. Rajesh
Administration members : Mr. Ravi K. Passi, Mr. Raj Kumar Malhotra,
Rawat, Additional Executive Director, EPCH.
Mr. Girish Agarwal, Mr. Avdesh Agarwal, Mr. Sharad Kumar Bansal,
Mr. Salman Azam, Mr. Rajesh Jain, Mr. Prince Malik, Mr. Zeeshan Ali, Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Rakesh Kumar said, “at EPCH, we
Mr. O. P. Prahladka, Mr. Pradip Muchhala, Ms. Jesmina Zeliang, believe that the success of India’s handicrafts sector lies in
collaboration, innovation
and knowledge-sharing.
This seminar is a testament
to our commitment to
strengthening the
handicrafts export
ecosystem across the
country, including the
vibrant state of Himachal
Pradesh. The inauguration
of the DDW on Kangra
Painting Fusion with
Wood Craft, supported by

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