Archive · 12 Aug 2025
Aligarh Muslim Artisans Crafting Janmashtami Idols, Promoting Unity
In Aligarh, India, Muslim artisans are making brass idols of Laddu Gopal for Janmashtami, a big Hindu festival on August 16, 2025.
This tradition, over 100 years old, shows different communities working together.
People from all over, even abroad, want these handmade idols.
One artisan has been making idols for 25 years, continuing a family tradition and celebrating harmony during the festival.
Muslim artisans in Aligarh are crafting brass idols for Janmashtami.
The idol-making business in Aligarh has a legacy of over 100 years.
Laddu Gopal idols are in high demand for the festival.
Artisans from various communities, including Muslims and Sikhs, are involved.
Janmashtami will be celebrated on August 16, 2025.
- Who
- Muslim artisans and other community members.
- What
- Muslim artisans crafting Laddu Gopal idols for Janmashtami.
- When
- Janmashtami is on August 16, 2025.
- Where
- Aligarh, India.
- Why
- To celebrate Janmashtami, and for their livelihood.
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Artisanship
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Artisans craft idols.
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- Festival
- Janmashtami
- Date
- August 16, 2025
- Location
- Aligarh, India
- Idols
- Laddu Gopal
- Artisans
- Muslim and Sikh
- Business Legacy
- Over 100 years
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