Known for its rich mineral resources and forests this young state is trying to creat a niche for itself in the field of terracota jewellery and pottery thanks to efforts by an all-women NGO.
The initiative by Adhar Mahila Udyog Swavlambi Samiti (AMUSS) to create designer bangles, necklaces, rings as well as pottery by involving women as this predominantely tribal state is yielding results and provinding young women a source of income.
"We knead clay into earthern jewellery which can be worn on any occasion. Even office-goers can try and see it for a change," says Reshma, the prime mover behind the initiative, displaying attractive jewellery made of clay using different hues at her village Bundu, about fifty km from Ranchi.
"This fine art style will also help the jobless become self-dependent," says the 35-year-old sculptor, who completed her master's degree in fine arts from Baroda's Maharaja Sayichirao, and the Bachelor's degree at the famous Shanti Niketan. She also has a Japanese scholarship in art and culture.
The range of products also include ceramic sets and interior designing-throwing a possiblity of a potential market for the self-help group.
"In February, we floated the amuss, and now, we have fifty women learning fine art on-the-job. They are free to choose their working hours," Dutta says.
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