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Sarkari Yojana
CM Announces Mati Kala Board to Support Traditional Clay Idol Artisans
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 06 Sep 2026, 06:44 AM
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The Chief Minister has announced the creation of a Mati Kala Board aimed at supporting and promoting traditional clay idol making artisans across the state.
The Chief Minister has announced the establishment of a dedicated Mati Kala Board to assist traditional clay idol making artisans. The initiative is aimed at providing institutional support to craftsmen who have been practising the age-old art of clay idol making.
The proposed board is expected to work towards the welfare of artisans by offering them better access to resources, training, and market opportunities. It will also focus on preserving the traditional craft which has been facing challenges due to changing market dynamics and competition from alternative materials.
The announcement reflects the government's commitment to safeguarding indigenous art forms and ensuring that traditional artisans receive the recognition and economic support they deserve. Further details regarding the structure and functioning of the Mati Kala Board are expected to be outlined in the coming days.
The proposed board is expected to work towards the welfare of artisans by offering them better access to resources, training, and market opportunities. It will also focus on preserving the traditional craft which has been facing challenges due to changing market dynamics and competition from alternative materials.
The announcement reflects the government's commitment to safeguarding indigenous art forms and ensuring that traditional artisans receive the recognition and economic support they deserve. Further details regarding the structure and functioning of the Mati Kala Board are expected to be outlined in the coming days.