Shilpgram’, an exhibition-cum-sale st the venue of Rajyaotsav-2021, ended here on Monday evening after an overwhelming response from visitors and registering sales worth Rs 64.27 lakhs.
Artifacts and useful items made using Bastar’s famous bell metal art, Dhokra art, wrought iron craft and Tumba craft were seen on display and also sold.
Special designs of Kosa and cotton dress materials, sarees, dupattas, bedsheets and special collection of Khadi garments were also on sale.
Other products including handmade jewellery, traditional footwear and artworks were also bought.
Clay utensils including plates, teapot and cup sets with beautiful hand painting were available at the stalls set up here by the Chhattisgarh Matikala Board.
Colourful 'diyas' and home décor items were the main attraction ahead of the festive season. People took interest in watching the procedure of making clay utensils.
Chhattisgarh Village Industries Board officials said a total of 40 stalls were set up at the Shilpgram. More than 70 artisans and craftsmen from across the state set up their stalls.