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Supported by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts),
Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.

distribution of 50 Tool Kits

Focused specifically on natural fiber handicrafts of Uttarakhand, the program aims to empower artisans and entrepreneurs working in the handicraft sector by providing them with vital business skills and knowledge. All 50 women artisans have successfully received the tool kits, which will enhance their skills and promote self-reliance through sustainable craft practices.

Event Highlights: Distribution of 50 Tool Kits

National Handicrafts Development Programme (NHDP)

Rishikesh Natural Fibre Handicrafts Producer Company Limited, with the support of the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, New Delhi, has successfully completed the distribution of 50 Tool Kits for Natural Fibre Handicrafts under the National Handicrafts Development Programme (NHDP).

As part of its ongoing mission to support and uplift traditional artisans, especially women engaged in the natural fibre handicrafts sector, the Rishikesh Natural Fibre Handicrafts Producer Company Limited undertook a key initiative aimed at skill development, resource support, and self-reliance. With the valuable support and guidance of the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, this initiative was implemented under the National Handicrafts Development Programme (NHDP) – a flagship program designed to ensure sustainable development and market linkage for Indian handicrafts.

Under this project, a total of 50 women artisans, all actively engaged in the production of natural fibre-based handicrafts, were carefully identified and selected through a transparent and inclusive process. Each artisan was provided with a comprehensive Tool Kit, specially curated to meet the practical requirements of their craft. These tool kits included essential instruments and equipment used in the processing, weaving, and finishing of natural fibre products such as jute, hemp, banana fibre, sabai grass, and others commonly found in the region.

M/s Rishikesh Natural Fibre Handicrafts Producer Company Limited is fully committed to providing artisans with the training, market access, and necessary resources for sustainable development. The organization envisions building a strong ecosystem where artisans thrive as skilled professionals and entrepreneurs, contributing meaningfully to the local and global handicrafts economy.

This initiative is a testament to what can be achieved through coordinated support, community engagement, and a shared vision of inclusive growth and cultural preservation.





Highlights and Achievements

The primary objective of this initiative is to equip artisans with the essential entrepreneurial skills needed to succeed in the global market. This effort aligns with the vision of the Government of India to empower artisans through skill development and entrepreneurship, enhance self-reliance, and promote traditional handicrafts at both national and international levels. The distribution of these tool kits marks a crucial milestone in empowering rural and semi-urban women artisans, many of whom depend on handicraft production as their primary or supplementary source of livelihood. By equipping them with modern and ergonomic tools, this initiative not only improves their productivity and quality of output but also enables them to expand their creative potential and reduce physical strain, leading to a more sustainable and dignified work environment. This effort is aligned with the broader objectives of the NHDP, which emphasizes skill upgradation, design and product development, technological intervention, and market access for artisans across India. Furthermore, it contributes to the promotion of environmentally conscious and locally rooted practices by focusing on natural fibre crafts, which are biodegradable, renewable, and inherently sustainable.

The successful implementation of this initiative has the potential to create ripple effects across the local economy, fostering community development, encouraging youth engagement in traditional arts, and strengthening the position of women as key stakeholders in the craft sector. It also contributes to preserving and promoting India’s rich cultural heritage by supporting crafts that are at risk of fading due to lack of infrastructure and resources.