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Handicrafts and India’s Rural Economy: Growth, Heritage & Artisan Empowerment

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India’s Handicraft Sector – Data Dashboard

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Handicraft Export Growth (2014–15 vs 2024–25)

₹20,082 Cr ₹33,122 Cr 2014–15 2024–25

Gender Composition of Artisans (2025)

64% Women

Key Handicraft Export Categories (2024–25)

CategoryValue (₹ Crore)
Woodwares8,524
Embroidered & Crocheted Goods4,350
Art Metal Wares4,386
Handprinted Textiles3,217
Imitation Jewellery1,511

Pehchan Artisan ID Registrations (2024)

32 Lakh 20 Lakh Women

Government Scheme Outlays (FY 2022–26)

SchemeOutlay (₹ Crore)
NHDP – National Handicraft Development Programme837
CHCDS – Comprehensive Handicrafts Cluster Development Scheme142.5

Cluster & Skill Support Summary

CategoryValue
Handloom Clusters (Small + Mega)358
Marketing Events (FY 2023–24)786
Marketing Events Planned (FY 2025–26)132
MUDRA Loans42,895
Weavers in PMJJBY/PMSBY5.34 lakh
Producer Companies Formed163
Total Weavers Benefited6.45 lakh

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