Handicraft
Reflecting the Artistic genius of man, the origin of Handicrafts can be traced in hoary past. It formed expression in pottery and stone carving. In tune with Indian tradition, Handicrafts has inbuilt capacity of generating employment. Pollution has been the boon of reckless industrialization and it goes to the credit of Handicrafts that it is free of pollution given the all pervading and permeating nature of Handicrafts. It has been enshrined in the Constitution of India that the State shall strive for the promotion of this sector. A sizeable chunk of foreign exchange is constituted by the export of Handicrafts Goods.
Functions of the Department
Employment generation
Exhibitions
Exhibitions of Handicrafts products are being conducted within the District & out side the District as well in which Artisans of Bandipora are being given opportunity to sell their products.
| S. No | Name of the scheme | Component & brief description | Eligibility | Procedure | Where/ how to apply for the scheme | Beneficiaries benefited under the scheme |
| 1 | Credit Card Scheme for Artisans & Weavers | Loan uptoRs 2.00 lacs is being provided to registered and geneuine working artisan for uplifting of his unit with 7% Interest subsidy for five year from disbursement | The applicant should be a registered artisan, domicile of UT, resident of the District and craft knowing. | The applicant needs to apply for the scheme online on singlewindow.jk.gov.in | Online mode (self or through any CSC centre) | 594 artisans benefited so far under the scheme |
