Hunar Haat

Recently, the Ministry of Minority Affairs has organised the 34th Edition of Hunar Haat in Gujarat where Artisans from 30 states and union territories have participated.

About Hunar Haat: Launched in 2016, it is an exhibition of handicrafts and traditional products made by artisans from the minority communities.

• Hunar Haat has been conceptualized to protect and promote the country’s ancestral legacy of arts and crafts in the current global competition and to support the traditional artisans and craftsmen.

Impact: Employment: Hunar Haats have become a successful mission to provide employment and income generation opportunities with platforms for marketing the products of master artisans, craftsmen and culinary experts belonging to the minority communities.

• Boost to Vocal for Local: It has helped strengthening the ‘vocal for local’ campaign and has ensured economic empowerment of indigenous artisans and craftsperson.