Pulwama, Mar 18: Department of Handicrafts (Induscos), Pulwama today organized a one day awareness camp for artisans of district Pulwama. A large number of artisans especially women folk participated, an official statement said. The Deputy Registrar Handicrafts Kashmir, Ms Dilnawaz on the occasion said that a lot of self employment schemes have been launched by the government for the welfare of rural artisans and these schemes could be of great help. It will not only provide employment to unemployed youth but also boost the handicraft sector in the broader terms. There is fairly good number of customers for genuine products both within the state and outside as well.
 Government is doing its best to intervene for the betterment of the local artisans and the crafts people so that the sector flourishes in a better way. She said entrepreneurs and artisans need to develop connections with markets here and across the globe as the scope is immense.
 Various officers of the district were present on the occasion.

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