Art and craft haat, Bodh Gaya

Abstract

Bihar art and culture owes its origins and continuity to its composite historical legacy. As there were many rulers, sages, and exemplary people, who walked upon its soil, the art, and culture is rich as a result. It is proposed that an Arts and Craft Haat be built at Bodh Gaya, Bihar. This modern concept would enable the actual artisans to display their crafts to the visitors. More precisely, the artisans shall get a platform to exhibit their talent hitherto unknown to the world and the domestic as well as foreign visitors shall get a chance to visit an one - stop shop exhibiting rural handicrafts. The participating crafts-persons/weavers shall sell handicrafts/handloom products directly to the customers. This shall provide adequate direct marketing facilities to the crafts-persons/weavers and eliminate the involvement of any middle agencies. Another feature of the haat is that there shall be adequate stalls, selling authentic Indian cuisines typical to various regions in the country by rotation. The food and craft bazaar shall provide leisure and recreational facilities for both Domestic and International tourist in line with Dilli Haat.