Taking cues from his spirit and vision the has taken multiple initiatives to promote Jharkhand handicrafts. In a recent development, Jharkhand started production of Silk Sarees.
Earlier, Jharkhand used to produce only the Tasar cloth, now for the first time, the work of apparel manufacturing has started in the State. After the orders from the Chief Minister, the Jharkhand State Khadi Board has taken steps in this direction. Boards production and training centre at Chandil has started the production of Tasar Sarees.
In terms of quality, these sarees are considered to be the best in class. Presently, the production is in limited quantity; however, the Government plans to gradually increase the production. The Board is now focusing on the production of sarees in the training and production centres of Amda and Kuchai centres as well.
This is intended to create livelihood opportunities for the weavers of Jharkhand and a vast market presence for these sarees. In current circumstances, it is taking almost three days for the weavers to complete a saree. The design of these sarees is attractive and it is catching the eye of the people in the market. The Tasar produced in the Kuchai region of Jharkhand is considered to be the best in quality.
Apart from creating new livelihood opportunities for the weavers, the Jharkhand Khadi Board is encouraging the states local handloom and handicrafts Industry through Women Empowerment. The Board has distributed sewing machines among 329 women across different districts of the state. These machines were distributed under the Shilpi Rozgar Yojana.
Women Empowerment is one of the focus areas of the government. Through the promotion of handicraft products and distribution of sewing machines, the Government envisions creating a self-sustainable system for the women of the State. For the first time in Chandil, the Board has started production of sarees. Also, as per the vision of the Chief Minister there are plans to further expand the project at other locations as well.