New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited “Hunar Haat”, a programme that reflects the government’s commitment to providing employment opportunities as well as preserving and promoting India’s indigenous traditional legacy, several of which are on the verge of extinction.
PM Modi tweeted, “The colours and diversity of India on display…Spent a wonderful afternoon at #HunarHaat on India Gate. It showcases the best of products including handicrafts, carpets, textiles and of course, delicious food! Do visit it.”
The colours and diversity of India on display…
Spent a wonderful afternoon at #HunarHaat on India Gate. It showcases the best of products including handicrafts, carpets, textiles and of course, delicious food!
Do visit it. pic.twitter.com/7NxOm5ZW4Z
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 19, 2020
“The participation of people from all across India makes #HunarHaat a vibrant place,” he added.
The participation of people from all across India makes #HunarHaat a vibrant place. Have a look at these photos… pic.twitter.com/PnHO99Z879
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 19, 2020
“Efforts such as #HunarHaat have given a platform to many talented individuals. I met some of them earlier this afternoon…” PM Modi said.
Efforts such as #HunarHaat have given a platform to many talented individuals. I met some of them earlier this afternoon… pic.twitter.com/foJzBdRldE
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 19, 2020
PM Modi visited the stalls of master artisans, craftsmen and culinary experts from across the country participating in Hunar Haat. More than 250 such stalls have been set up at India Gate lawns. Also, more than 50 percent of the artisans participating were women. The Prime Minister interacted with the participating artisans at the Haat and also witnessed the cultural programs.
The theme of this year’s Hunar Haat is ‘Kaushal ko Kaam’. About 3 lakh master artisans, craftsmen & culinary experts have been provided employment and employment opportunities through Hunar Haat in the last 3 years. These beneficiaries include a large number of women artisans.
