Sahayog Events

Handicrafts are not just crafts they are our Heritage. Handcrafted things never go out of style. Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) Ministry of Textiles, Government of India in collaboration with BSW Department, School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya, Mangaluru organised an Awareness Programme/Exhibition on Art and Crafts from 21st February 2022 to 23rd February 2022.

The Inaugural Ceremony was held on 21st February 2022 at 11:00am in the college campus. The programme began with the welcome dance by the students of BSW Department Ms. Sharanya Shetty and Ms. Sinchana Shetty followed by the prayer by Sr. Sarina. The welcome speech and the introductory remarks were given by Sri. S. R. Masram, Sr. Assistant Director (H), Handicrafts Service Centre, O/o DC (Handicrafts), Mangaluru. The inauguration of the event was done with lighting of lamp by Sri. Devaraj. K, Joint Director, Branch Development Institute, MSME, Govt. of India, Mangaluru along with the dignitaries on the dais. He encouraged the young crowds to go Vocal for Local and to promote and practice art and crafts with the help of online portal which is convenient for the artisans to foster their skills. Sri. Vivekanada, Deputy Director, District Industries centre, Govt. of Karnataka, Mangaluru appealed to the younger generation to make use of the Government Schemes/Programmes which is conveniently accessed through digital media. Dr. Jenis Mary, Vice Principal of the college emphasized on the export of textiles in India securing the 6th Rank at the Global level and to feel proud about it and also advised the younger generation to make the best use of opportunities available to be an entrepreneur. Sri. Ishwar Chowda Naik, National Awardee in Hase Chittara, Hasuvanthe, Siddapur, Karnataka stressed on the hard work and perseverance to be an artist. Mrs. Subbi Bhai Lambani Tribe from Mysuru expressed that she has not stepped into the school but the skills of handicrafts is passed on to her from her mother-in-law. Sri. S.M Shivaprakash, Secretary, Karavali Chitrakala Chavadi, Mangaluru & an Artist, focused on the importance of Faith in oneself by quoting Swami Vivekananda. Presidential Address was delivered by Assoc. Prof. Vineetha K, Registrar (Evaluation), HOD, BSW Department, of the college with a slogan BUY LOCAL FOR A BETTER TOMORROW and to transform this philosophy into a movement appealed the younger generation to make use of the Government Schemes and Programmes and to be an entrepreneur. Vote of Thanks was given by Mr. Aflah Hasan. V P, Handicrafts Promotion Officer, Handicrafts Service Centre, O/o DC (Handicrafts), Mangaluru. Master of Ceremony was Ms. Shalik, final year BSW student.

The artisans from different places are exhibiting their art/crafts work in the pendal provided to them. Coconut Shell Craft, Hase Chittara, Lambani Embroidery, Jute Craft, Wood Carvings, Bamboo Crafts, Pot making, Jewellery, Handmade soap, Jute and cotton bags, Dry flower, Banana fiber & Water hyacinth, Block printing, Cutwork embroidery, Terracotta are all exhibited in the exhibition.