New Delhi (NVI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited “Hunar Haat” organised by the Ministry of Minority Affairs here today.
The PM viewed the stalls where artisans, craftsmen from across the country displayed traditional artworks and crafts in Hunar Haat.
He also interacted with several artisans at the event. More than 50 per cent of the artisans participating were women.
“Hunar Haat” 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, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs said in a statement today.
The theme of this year’s Hunar Haat is ‘Kaushal ko Kaam’. About 3 lakh master artisans & culinary experts have been provided employment and employment opportunities through Hunar Haat in the last 3 years.
