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DIVYA KALA MELA-2023

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Context: Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities through National Divyangjan Finance and Development Corporation (NDFDC, an apex corporation under (DEPwD) is organizing a unique event showcasing the products and craftsmanship of Divyang entrepreneurs/artisans from across the country, ‘Divya Kala Mela’ from 29th December 2023 – 7th January 2024 in Surat, Gujrat.

About:

  • The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) has initiated the Divya Kala Mela to economically empower Persons with Disabilities (PwD/Divyangjan).
  • This event serves as a platform to showcase the products and craftsmanship of Divyang entrepreneurs and artisans from different parts of the country.
  • The Divya Kala Mela, Surat is the 12th one in series starting from 2022 (i) Delhi (ii) Mumbai, 16(iii) Bhopal(iv) Guwahati(v) Indore(vi) Jaipur (vii) Varanasi(viii) Secunderabad (ix) Bengaluru(x) Chennai(xi) Patna.
  • The showcased products encompass a range of categories, such as Home Décor & Lifestyle, Clothing, Stationery and eco-friendly products, packaged food and organic products, Toys & Gifts, and Personal Accessories like Jewellery and Clutch Bags.
  • The initiative encourages the promotion of local products, providing an opportunity for everyone to support and buy products made by Divyang craftsmen who exhibit remarkable determination.

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