31 overseas buyers to attend handicraft, handloom fair
February 22nd, 2010 - 11:15 pm ICT by IANSBhubaneswar, Feb 22 (IANS) At least 31 overseas buyers and exporters have confirmed their participation in a two-day international handicrafts and handloom fair beginning in the state capital Wednesday, an official said Monday.
The International Handicraft and Handloom Fair 2010 is being organised by the state government here with financial assistance from the union commerce ministry.
“At least 31 overseas buyers, exporters and business houses have confirmed their visit to the meet,” a senior official of the state information and public relation department told IANS Monday.
As part of the event, a fair and the buyer-seller meet will be held at the Mayfair Hotel.
At least 75 exhibitors in handicraft and handloom sector from the state will showcase their products in the event, he said.
Orissa is famous for its exquisite handloom and handicraft. The state has about 1.25 lakh artisans, engaged in palm leaf Writing, patachitra, applique and metal work and about four lakh weavers producing a rich range of textures.
“The two-day event will not only help our artisans to showcase their handicraft and handloom treasures, but also provide an ideal opportunity for the buyers for placing orders at very competitive prices,” he said.
“The buyer-seller meet will also focus on the specific needs of the buyers and a complete handholding with manufactures for sustainable supply chain management,” he said.
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