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Jamshedpur's Diwali Sparkles with Handmade Terracotta Art
1 Nov
Summary
- Handmade terracotta decorations offer festive charm for Diwali shoppers.
- Artisans from Chandankiyari bring intricate miniature houses and diyas.
- Products require months of dedicated work for intricate designs.
A temporary roadside stall near the Tata Steel General Office gate in Jamshedpur has become a vibrant hub for shoppers seeking handmade Diwali decorations. The stall features an array of terracotta items, including miniature houses, diyas, hanging decorations, and decorative pots, crafted by potters from Chandankiyari in Bokaro district.
These artisans, visiting Jamshedpur for nearly a decade, bring various designs of terracotta gharondas, with prices ranging from Rs 150 for single-storey to Rs 350 for triple-storey models. They also offer diyas for Rs 20 a dozen and larger decorative pieces up to Rs 1,200. The creation of these products involves extensive effort, with potters dedicating seven to eight months annually to produce them.
The potters also showcase their work in other cities and parts of Odisha. Shoppers expressed delight, noting the appeal of traditional clay items for children and their connection to childhood memories. Regular customers appreciate the unique charm these earthen decorations bring to Diwali and the support they provide to local artisans.
