Lucknow, Oct 26 : Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanaths commitment towards the artisan community has revived the ‘ghunghroo (anklet bells) industry in Etah district.
The ghunghroo industry had been pushed into oblivion but the One District One Product (ODOP) scheme has led to its revival.
The state government has succeeded in taking the talent and hard work of the artisans of Etah to international forums.
The demand for ghunghroos from Etah is now coming from countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, Cambodia, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, UAE and Iraq, along with African countries.
Jalesar town in Etah district is mainly known for the production of the finest quality brass bells or ghunghroo. The raw materials used for making the bells, such as mud, white powder and brass are of premium quality and in abundance in this area.
The skilled artisans put in all their expertise in designing the product that is in demand across the globe.
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