Office of the Development Commissioner - Handicrafts

05/10/2026

A tile can be more than something you walk on.

In Athangudi, Chettinad, Tamil Nadu, each tile carries a process shaped by hand, colour and craft. From laying the design on glass to carefully filling each section with coloured cement, every stage builds the pattern into the tile itself.

Pressed, dried and water-cured and not kiln-fired, these tiles are a beautiful example of how traditional craftsmanship can transform an everyday object into something distinctive.

Because when something is made by hand, even the familiar can become extraordinary.

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02/10/2026

Gandhi Ji’s vision of Swadeshi placed value on what India could make for itself - through its own skills, resources and people.

Today, that spirit lives beautifully in our crafts. In every carved surface, painted detail, woven pattern and handcrafted form, there is knowledge that belongs to India and hands that continue to carry it forward.

This Gandhi Jayanti, we celebrate an India that makes, creates and keeps its craft traditions alive.

29/09/2026

Some things are made by hand.
The finest ones are made with heart.

In every craft lives a little more than skill - the patience to create, the care behind every detail, and the passion to carry a tradition forward.

This World Heart Day, take care of the heart that keeps you going- and keep it happy with the things you love, the passions you follow, and the moments that bring you joy.

Just as our artisans do what they love and put their heart into what they create.

29/09/2026

There is more to Madhubani than meets the eye.

Look closer, and every little space comes alive- with a flower, a bird, a leaf or a geometric detail. Nothing feels accidental. Every element adds to the rhythm of the painting, creating the rich, intricate character Madhubani is known for.

Because in this craft, even the smallest space matters.

28/09/2026

26/09/2026

Carved from a single block of mature jackwood, the Bobbili Veena is a fine expression of craftsmanship from Andhra Pradesh.

Known for its distinctive one-piece construction, the resonator, neck and head come together seamlessly shaped by skilled hands to create its rich, resonant voice.

More than a musical instrument, it carries the character of a craft tradition where wood, skill and music come together.

25/09/2026

Some crafts are more than beautiful. They carry memories, skills and stories passed down through generations.

Aari embroidery is one such craft. Its intricate needlework demands patience, precision and a steady hand. Once practised across households in the locality, it is now slowly fading, with only a few artisans continuing the tradition.

For 45 years, Gh Nabi Ganie has kept these skills alive through his own hands.

Artist name: Gh Nabi Ganie (Anantnag)
For more information:
Ph: 8825028933

22/09/2026

From geometric patterns to motifs inspired by Karnataka’s temples, nature and cultural traditions, Kasuti turns precision into an art form.

Now, go check your wardrobe.
Do you have a piece with Kasuti embroidery? Try spotting the stitch used and tell us which one you found in the comments.

18/09/2026

From a humble stem to beautiful handcrafted creations, bamboo is woven into India’s craft traditions and everyday life.

Across regions, skilled artisans transform bamboo into baskets, furniture, utility products, décor and contemporary handcrafted pieces—combining age-old techniques with creativity and innovation.

This World Bamboo Day, we celebrate the artisans whose hands turn a natural resource into craft, livelihood and a living part of India’s cultural heritage.

Every weave carries a story. Every craft carries a legacy.