Achi news desk-
GUWAHATI: A three-day skill development workshop on handmade pottery production was held from April 1 to 3, 2024, at Cotton University, in collaboration with the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), Assam and Kamrup Chapters.
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This initiative was part of the Skill India and Viksit Bharat initiatives aimed at preserving traditional crafts and fostering skill development.
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The workshop, coordinated by INTACH Convener Professor Shiela Bora and Assistant Professor Manjil Hazarika, saw the participation of three traditional potters from the Alipur Hirapara area of ​​Baihata Chariali, who shared their expertise with the participants. The event was inaugurated by the registrar of the university, Arindam Garg.
Dignitaries including Vice Chancellor Prof. Ramesh Chandra Deka, Vice Chancellor Prof. Ganesh Chandra Wari, HSS Dean Prof. Daisy Das, and several faculty members graced the occasion. The workshop was also visited by the director (in-charge) of the Directorate of Historical and Antiquities, Government of Assam, and her colleagues, who encouraged the students during the workshop.
Arindam Greg and Prof. Sheela Bora emphasized the significance of preserving the art tradition, which has been passed down through generations since prehistoric times. The students were given hands-on experience in making pottery and were encouraged to pass on this indigenous heritage.
Throughout the workshop, the participants were guided by skilled artisans in various aspects of pottery production; Includes clay mixing, sculpting, carving replicas of historical artefacts and painting ceramics with natural pigments. The hands-on sessions culminated in making sun-baked terracotta models and fire pots.
The workshop was appreciated as a successful effort in preserving indigenous techniques and promoting cultural heritage. The organizers plan to display the objects created during the workshop in an upcoming exhibition, further emphasizing the importance of traditional art in contemporary society.
