Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir (DHHK) had submitted two proposals in the month of February 2022 to the Handicrafts and Carpet Sector Skill Council of India for recognizing CDI and IICT as the Centre of Excellence in traditional and heritage crafts.
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], November 1 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Government has provided the first common facilitation centre for artisans to boost papier-mache in Kashmir and promote the handicraft sector in the region.
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], August 16 (ANI): A design studio aimed to promote Kashmir carpets and help artisans get access to digital facilities and modern designs has been set up at the Indian Institute of Carpet Technology (IICT) in Srinagar. At the government set up facility, ar