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TN: Despite GI tag for Soapstone craft, raw material crisis threaten Namakkal's artisans
Namakkal, Dec 13: The traditional soapstone artisans of Tamil Nadu's Namakkal region are facing an uncertain future despite their iconic cookware, Namakkal Makkal Pattirangal, recently receiving the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference to spotlight SAPTI's drive for stone artisans
Gandhinagar, Sep 30: The Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference, slated from October 9-10, will spotlight the state government’s special thrust on skill development across sectors, including stone-craft, towards building ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’.