Archive · 30 Sep 2025
Assam Craftsman's Bamboo Craft Creates Jobs, Gains Global Recognition
Prabhat Saikia started a small workshop in Assam making beautiful things from bamboo.
He wanted to show people that bamboo could be used for more than just basic things.
He learned how to make the bamboo strong and durable.
His business grew and he started training others and created jobs in his village.
His work is now known around the world, and he even teaches his skills internationally.
He hopes that by using bamboo, Assam can create even more jobs and become a center for bamboo-based businesses.
Prabhat Saikia transformed his bamboo craft into a business, creating jobs in Assam.
He collaborated with the Rainforest Research Institute to develop durable bamboo products.
Saikia has received awards and recognition for his craftsmanship.
His workshop provides employment opportunities for local artisans.
Saikia has trained artisans in Nepal and is recognized internationally for his skills.
- Who
- Prabhat Saikia, a craftsman from Assam
- What
- He turned bamboo craft into a sustainable business, creating jobs and gaining global recognition.
- When
- Started his bamboo craft unit in 2006.
- Where
- Dhekerghat, Jorhat, Assam, and internationally in Nepal.
- Why
- To showcase the potential of Assam's bamboo craft, create livelihoods, and gain recognition.
- Craftsman
- Prabhat Saikia
- Location
- Dhekerghat, North-West Jorhat, Assam
- Workshop Name
- Mrs. Saikia Bamboo Industry
- Established
- 2006 (as a unit); restructured in 2008
- Training
- Master Trainer, Handicrafts Development Commission (2018)
- Recognition
- Gandhi Shilpi Award, Luit Poriya Lifetime Award, Special Artist Recognition