Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi naugurated the 19th Toshali National Crafts Mela in the Odisha capital on 19 March 2025.
More than 700 artisans and weavers from across the country have opened around 650 stalls at the crafts fair, organised by the Handlooms, Textiles and Handicrafts Department of the state government, at Janata Maidan in the city here.
More than 700 artisans and weavers from across the country have set up 650 stalls at the crafts expo, which is being organized by the state government’s Handlooms, Textiles, and Handicrafts Department at Janata Maidan.
Location : Toshali Mela, Janta Maidan, Mahatma Gandhi Park, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751013
The Chief Minister also thanked the artisans and weavers to bring their products to the fair.
“Odisha is well-known for its handloom and handicrafts products. These products are instrumental in preserving our culture. The people have still much admiration for handloom and handicrafts products,” said the Chief Minister.
According to the Chief Minister, handlooms and handicrafts play a key role in the economic development of the rural areas.
In the fiscal year 2025–2026, the state government has set aside around Rs 52 crore to support the growth of the handicrafts industry. According to Majhi, the government has also set aside Rs 122 crore for the handloom industry.
“This year, nine state-made handicrafts will be eligible for GI tags. The Chief Minister further stated that Kantilo, Pipli, Balijor, Hirakud area, Cuttack, and Kotpad will be promoted as heritage crafts villages.
The fair will continue till March 31. People can visit the stalls from 3 pm to 10 pm every day.
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