Purpose: Sustain traditional crafts while creating jobs for rural artisans.
Steps Taken:
• Train artisans in palm leaf and coir crafting techniques.
• Provide eco-friendly tools and establish market linkages.
• Results: Artisan incomes rose by ₹5,000 or more, with renewed interest in cultural crafts.
• Future Plans: Extend training programs, introduce e-commerce platforms, and preserve heritage.