Archive · 28 Dec 2025
Minister Highlights Artisan Support in Madhya Pradesh
A minister in Madhya Pradesh, India, talked about how the government is helping poor artists and craftsmen.
He said that the rich buy the beautiful things made by the poor.
The government is making sure these products are not too expensive and can be bought by regular people.
They are also planning to sell these items online and on social media so more people can buy them.
The government wants to make five times more of these products in the future.
Right now, they give jobs to 50,000 people.
The prime minister's office even uses special scarves made in the state as gifts for important guests.
The government is also selling these products in tourist places and religious centers.
Minister Dilip Jaiswal highlighted the government's efforts to support underprivileged artisans in Madhya Pradesh.
The Cottage and Village Industries Department aims to improve the socio-economic status of artisans.
Products like khadi, tussar silk, and handicrafts are promoted as affordable alternatives to international brands.
An e-commerce and social media platform will be launched to increase sales and provide more work for artisans.
The department plans to increase production of these products up to five times in the coming years.
- Who
- Minister Dilip Jaiswal and the Cottage and Village Industries Department
- What
- Promotion of khadi, tussar silk, and handicrafts to improve socio-economic status of underprivileged people
- When
- Announced on Saturday
- Where
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- To provide employment and better economic opportunities for artisans
- Minister
- Dilip Jaiswal
- Department
- Cottage and Village Industries
- Products
- Khadi, tussar silk, handicrafts, Maheshwari stoles
- Employment
- 50,000 people
- Budget Share
- Smallest
- Production Goal
- Increase up to five times
- Promotion Platforms
- E-commerce, social media, departmental brands
- Price Comparison
- 50% cheaper than international brands