Bhubaneswar:12/2/23:Tosali National Handicrafts Fair has been concluded today. Honorable Governor Professor Ganesh Lal attended the closing ceremony program and said that handicrafts of Odisha have a special identity and reputation and are respected abroad.Principal secretary of Agriculture depart ment Dr.Arabind Padhee also grace the occasion.
The 12-day long fair showcased handicrafts from various states.Toshali Crafts Mela is usually organised in winter months and the dates keep varying. Toshali Crafts Mela 2023 was organised in Bhubaneshwar from 1 February 2023 to 12 February 2023.Toshali Crafts Mela showcases several unique and artistic crafts made by craftsmen and artisans from all over the country. The event is organised by the State Institute for Development of Arts and Crafts (SIDAC), Handlooms, Textiles and Handicrafts Department, Government of Odisha. One of the most popular crafts Mela of India, it is organized every year to provide a right platform for all weavers, artisans and sculptors.