‘Hunar Haat’ a credible brand : Naqvi

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New Delhi : Union Minister for Minority Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Januray 11, 2018,  said that “Hunar Haat” being organised across the country by Minority Affairs Ministry have become a “credible brand” to fulfil the commitment of PM Narendra Modi, to “Make In India”, “Stand Up India”, “Start Up India”.

Naqvi said that “Hunar Haat” has proved to be an effective mission to provide market and  opportunities to talent of master artisans and craftsmen from across the nation. He said that during the last one year, “Hunar Haat” have been successful in providing employment and employment opportunities to more than 3 lakh artisans and other people associated with them.  He said that 5 “Hunar Haat” have been organised at International Trade Fair at Pragati Maidan and Baba Kharak Singh Marg in New Delhi, Puducherry and Mumbai.

Naqvi added that 5^th “Hunar Haat” organised at Islam Gymkhana Marine Lines, Mumbai, from January 4-10, 2018, was a hit, as more than 5 lakh people visited it and encouraged master artisans and culinary experts, who came from every corner of the country. The visitors purchased the handmade products made by these artisans on a big scale. The artisans also received largescale orders from domestic as well as international markets, according to a PIB release. More than 130 artisans, craftsmen and culinary experts participated in “Hunar Haat” organised at Mumbai. A large number of women artisans also showcased their skill.

The Minister said that Ministry of Minority Affairs is organising “Hunar Haat”under “USTTAD”. Naqvi said that 6^th “Hunar Haat” will be organised at Baba Khadak Singh Marg in February. “Hunar Haat” will also be organised at Jaipur, Chandigarh, Kolkata, Lucknow, Bhopal and other places in coming days. “Besides, we are working to establish “Hunar Hub” in all states of the country where artisans will be provided training, as per present requirement,”Naqvi stated.