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Cow Dung Lamps Light Up Diwali Globally
28 Oct
Summary
- Eco-friendly lamps and idols made from cow dung and lac are exported.
- The initiative provides employment to over 11,000 rural women.
- SFURTI fund provided ₹256.12 lakh for industry development.
Eco-friendly Diwali lamps and idols made from cow dung and lac are set to illuminate celebrations in countries including Singapore, the USA, and several European nations. These unique products are crafted at the Bio-Ved Research Institute in Prayagraj, India. The institute has secured substantial orders for these items, which are intended for distribution to the Indian diaspora.
This initiative has become a significant source of employment, particularly for rural women in Prayagraj, with over 11,000 individuals finding work. The project is supported by the Khadi and Village Industries department, which has provided financial assistance of ₹256.12 lakh through the SFURTI scheme. This funding has facilitated the establishment of a Common Facility Centre to boost production and improve product design and packaging.
The lamps are designed to be environmentally friendly, dissolving into soil after use, while the burning lac component acts as a natural insect repellent. This blend of tradition and science is gaining popularity, especially among Indians living abroad, and is helping to revitalize traditional rural industries in India.
