Thursday, February 25, 2021

Hunar Haat - New Delhi - 21st Feb to 1st March 2021


HUNAR HAAT (Talent Market), New Delhi, India 
21st Feb to 1st March, 2021


Today Sunday, 21st Feb, 2021, me and my daughter got the chance to visit the 26th edition of Hunar Haat started in New Delhi. A grand event was inaugurated by Rajnath Singh, the Defence Minister of India on Sunday 20 Feb, 2021. Hunar Haat is an initiative of Ministry of Minority Affairs to provide the supremely talented artisans and craftsmen a platform where they can showcase their talent.

India folk art, culture and tradition always attracts me a lot and I never miss the chance to visit such place and talk to the local artists. Almost 600 artisans from 30 states of India participated in 'Hunar Haat' . The theme of Hunar Haat is 'Vocal for Local'.  This event has provided employment opportunities to more than five lakh artisans & craftsmen.


Madhubani or Mithala Painting stall from Bihar 

Madhubani painting was made on handmade paper and cloths presented at the stall. Colour used for painting were all handmade colour made from plants and vegetables'. Most of the paintings represent nature, plants, animals and mythological characters. Artist Navin told me how he made this paintings. 


Vitual tour to Hunar Haat a must visit



Meet with the craft men and artist at Hunar Haat, New Delhi




We are starting podcast interviews with folk artists. 
 
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