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Good response for Crafts Bazar

Special Correspondent

— Photo: R. Eswarraj

ARTISTIC: A wood sculptor showing one of his exhibits at Crafts Bazar in Mangalore.

MANALORE: Notwithstanding the “examination-season”, people are thronging the crafts exhibition at Hotel Woodlands here.

The Assistant Director of the office of Development Commissioner for Handicafts, Mangalore, P. Sashidhar told The Hindu that the average daily turnover at the stalls ranged between Rs. 30,000 and Rs. 50,000. The exhibition, which began on March 21, is scheduled to end on March 30. The “Crafts Bazar” is showcasing a wide range of artificial jewellery, textiles with and without embroidery, statues, wood carvings and paintings, among others. Wood carving expert from Mysore, Ramesh Achar, said people evinced interest in different artefacts. Mr. Sashidar said jewellery and textile products were a hit. He expressed disappointment over the scheduling of the event. Sahiyar Mahila Hastakala Utpadana Sahakari Mandali of Ahmedabad, which is showcasing artistic creations from several artisans, said many State and national-level artisans were participating in the exhibition.

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