Narsapuram Crochet Lace Honored with ODOP Award

Fast Summary:

• West Godavari District Collector Chadalavada Nagarani received the ‘One District One Product’ award for Narsapuram crochet lace craft from Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal in Delhi on Monday.
• Ms. Nagarani emphasized prioritizing design and development of the craft, recognizing its employment potential for women in the West Godavari region.
• The Narsapuram crochet lace craft was registered under the Geographical Indications Registry on March 1,2024,marking its geographical origin to 19 mandals across West Godavari and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema districts.
• The GI tag submission was submitted jointly by three organizations: Alankriti Federation (a women’s co-operative society), Narsapuram All India Crochet Lace Exporters Association, and Andhra Pradesh Handicrafts Development Corporation Limited.

Indian Opinion Analysis:

The recognition of Narsapuram crochet lace under ‘One District one Product’ and its official Geographical indication (GI) registry status is an important milestone for local craftsmanship. Such initiatives not only preserve customary arts but also stimulate regional economic activity by boosting employment opportunities-notably among women artisans-in areas with limited livelihood avenues. The concerted effort by organizations like Alankriti Federation highlights how community-driven models can effectively transform heritage crafts into enduring industries.

This development complements government efforts to promote handicrafts globally while driving rural economic growth in India’s diverse districts. Though, ongoing focus will need to remain on enhancing market access, ensuring fair wages for artisans, and fostering innovation within traditional designs as mentioned by Ms. Nagarani during her acceptance remarks.

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