Prez Murmu presents handicrafts awards
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New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu presented National Handicrafts Awards for the years 2023 and 2024 on Tuesday, highlighting that handicrafts are not only a part of our cultural identity but are also an important source of livelihood. Speaking on the occasion, the President said, “This sector employs over 3.2 million people. Most of the people who derive employment and income from handicrafts live in rural or remote areas. This sector promotes inclusive development by decentralising employment and income.”
She said art reflects our memories of the past, experiences of the present, and aspirations for the future.
Humans have been expressing their emotions through painting or sculpture since ancient times. Art connects people to culture. Art also connects people with each other, she said. The President said that if our centuries-old handicraft tradition has remained vibrant and preserved, it is due to the commitment of our artisans, generation after generation.
