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GUWAHATI: The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) is organizing a unique event showcasing the products and craftsmanship of Divyang entrepreneurs/artisans from across the country, ‘Divya Kala Mela,” from May 11 to May 17 at Maniram Dewan Trade Centre, Guwahati, Assam. The event would present an enthralling experience to the visitors as vibrant products from various parts of the country, including Jammu and Kashmir, the North Eastern states, handicrafts, handlooms, embroidery works, packaged food, etc., would be seen together.
This is a unique initiative of DEPwD towards the economic empowerment of PwD/Divyangjan. The Divya Kala Mela presents a bigger platform for marketing and showcasing the products and skills of Divyang (PwD). The Divya Kala Mela in Guwahati is the fourth in a series starting in December 2022 [(i) Delhi, December 2022; (ii) Mumbai, February 2023; (iii) Bhopal, March 2023]. Around 100 Divyang artisans/ artists, and entrepreneurs from about 22 states/UTs will be showcasing their products and skills. There would be products in the following broad categories: home décor and lifestyle, clothing, stationery, eco-friendly products, packaged food and organic products, toys and gifts, personal accessories (jewellery), and clutch bags, stated a press release.
The seven-day ‘Divya Kala Mela’ in Guwahati will be open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and witness a series of cultural activities, including performances by Divyang artists and well-known professionals alongside. Visitors can also enjoy their favourite foods from various regions of the country at the event. The event is scheduled to be inaugurated on May 11 at 5:00 p.m. by Dr. Virendra Kumar, Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, GOI. The occasion will be graced by Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, GoI, Pratima Bhaumik.
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