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Indore’s Ravan Craft Generates Jobs, Redi‑Made Figures Up to 20 ft Sold
✍️ Amar Ujala · Indore
🗓 19 Oct 2026, 08:31 PM
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In Indore’s Panchami area, families have turned the making of ready‑made Ravan figures into a source of livelihood, with a growing market for models ranging from 10 to 20 feet.
Around a decade ago, a handful of families in the Panchami locality of Indore began carving ready‑made Ravan statues for sale during the festive season. The venture, initially modest, has expanded into a small‑scale industry that now supplies figures ranging from ten to twenty feet in height.
The craft has become a primary source of income for several households in the area, with artisans reporting steady demand from local buyers and event organizers. The growing market has led to the emergence of a dedicated Ravan bazaar where multiple vendors display their creations side by side.
Local officials note that the activity not only sustains traditional woodworking skills but also contributes to the city’s seasonal economy. As the market matures, more families are expected to join the trade, reinforcing Indore’s reputation as a hub for large‑scale festive décor.
The craft has become a primary source of income for several households in the area, with artisans reporting steady demand from local buyers and event organizers. The growing market has led to the emergence of a dedicated Ravan bazaar where multiple vendors display their creations side by side.
Local officials note that the activity not only sustains traditional woodworking skills but also contributes to the city’s seasonal economy. As the market matures, more families are expected to join the trade, reinforcing Indore’s reputation as a hub for large‑scale festive décor.