September 1 to 30, 2025-Dharwad
Kasuti Embroidery Gets a Global Push through Design & Technology Development Workshop Hubballi-Dharwad
IMS Foundation, successfully organized the Design and Technology Development Workshop for 30 women artisans from Dharwad and surrounding districts during the one-month training session organised by DC Handicrafts department.
The focus of the workshop was Kasuti Embroidery, a traditional craft of Karnataka that holds immense cultural and economic potential. Artisans received intensive training in designing, product development and prototyping with an aim to integrate Kasuti into contemporary fashion and position it for global recognition.
The initiative also explored opportunities for artisans in digital platforms, e-commerce markets and supportive government schemes, ensuring that Kasuti remains both relevant and competitive in 2025 and beyond.
The event concluded with a vibrant prototype display exhibition, where the artisans showcased their newly developed works and certificates were distributed to the participants.
IMS Foundation leaders felt that such initiatives, if scaled further, will not only preserve the cultural heritage of Dharwad’s Kasuti but also create sustainable livelihoods for women artisans, contributing positively to the local economy and society.
The workshop was spearheaded by Shri. Kiran V. N, Assistant Director, Handicraft and Skill Development Office, Dharwad, Shri. Shailesh Parmar, Designer, Smt. Manasi Joshi, Craftsperson and Smt. Hema Bentur, Secretary, Smt. Aparna Pujari, Secretary, Women’s Cell hosted the one-month workshop. Shri. Prashant Hebsur, President, Hubballi Chapter spearheaded the one-month workshop.
