Majuli iconic mask craft, a remarkable milestone

Majuli, has long been a bastion of various culture and tradition in Assam, especially the mask-making, known as Mukha Shilpa. The mask-making is a centuries-old craft using natural materials like bamboo, clay, and cow dung to create vibrant masks.

Dating back to the 16th century, mask-making has remained an integral part of Majuli's Sattriya culture.

A Media Delegation from Telangana on Friday visited the traditional mask-making centre in Majuli, where an inspiring transformation is unfolding. Supported under the Micro Enterprise Development (MED) component of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM), this initiative is nurturing rural entrepreneurship by empowering Self Help Groups (SHGs) and their families to build sustainable non-farm enterprises.

With its comprehensive focus on handholding, mentoring, financial assistance, and community-based support, MED offers aspiring entrepreneurs.