Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Pratima Bhoumik will inaugurate the Divya Kala Mela unique event showcasing the products and craftsmanship of Divyang entrepreneurs/artisans on 17 November 2023 in Chennai. The Mela is organised by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) from 17^th to 26^th November 2023 at Exhibition Ground, CERC Campus, Opp – Pamban Swamigal Temple Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai. The event would present an enthralling experience to the visitors, as vibrant products from various parts of the country including Jammu and Kashmir, North Eastern states will be seen together.

The 10 Days ‘Divya Kala Mela’, Tamil Nadu, Chennai will be open from 10.00 A.M. to 10.00 P.M. and witness a series of cultural activities, including performances by Divyangjan artists and well-known professionals. Visitors can also enjoy their favourite foods from various regions of the country at the event.

This is a unique initiative of DEPwD towards the economic empowerment of PwD/Divyangjan. The Divya Kala Mela presents a bigger platform for marketing and showcasing the products and skills of Divyangjan (PwD). The Divya Kala Mela, Chennai is the tenth one in series starting from 2022 [(i) Delhi, December 2022, (ii) Mumbai, February 2023, (iii) Bhopal, March 2023, (iv) Guwahati, May 2023 (V) Indore June 2023 (vi) Jaipur June July 2023 (vii) Varanasi, September,2023 (viii) Secunderabad, Hyderabad October 2023 (ix) Bengaluru, Karnataka October November, 2023, (x) Chennai, Tamil Nadu 17^th to 26^th November 2023.

Around 100 Divyang artisans/artists and entrepreneurs from about 20 states/UTs will be showcasing their products and skills in Chennai. There would be Products in the following broad categories: Home Décor and lifestyle, Clothing, Stationery, eco-friendly products, packaged food, organic products, Toys, gifts, Personal Accessories - Jewellery, Clutch Bags Paintings etc. It will be an opportunity for all to go ‘vocal for local’ and products made by Divyang craftsmen with their extra determination can be seen/purchased.

The department has grandiose plans to promote the concept, as part of which ‘Divya Kala Mela’ is being organised across the country. During 2023-2024 the events will be organised in 12 cities.

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