Why is there a need for this platform?

Craftspeople are the second-largest employment sector in India, which requires a continuous flow of investment and assistance. Today they can sell directly and reach worldwide via this platform that connects them with a growing community, where majority of products are natural, handcrafted & sustainable. Kalashilpa will provide them with a ray of hope for social & economic empowerment and will create employment opportunities for women as well.

Mission

With a lot of goals to achieve, we are here to convert the dreams of artisans into a reality by giving all the profit from their work directly to them. Best quality products are being made with assurance to sustain the artisan's livelihood and to keep the art alive. For uplifting the artisans' community, and to uphold their respect and value, Kalashilpa creates a safe and secure place for them and their skills to grow.

Vision

Our vision is to create an overall gain for art in India, which in turn contributes towards the evolution of art and therefore structuring a community which encourages every artisan and craftsman of India. We at Kalashilpa are here to provide a platform and required tools to promote handcrafted products that can generate revenue to empower the process of rural development and thus encourage all skillful artisans to become self-reliant.

The Thought Behind Kalashilpa

M Bhupati (Founder & Director)

This third-generation master craftsman is the backbone of Kalashilpa, helping artisans in creating the best products available. He indulges in overseeing the production quality and monitoring the in's and out's of the product manufacturing processes. He also proceeds to handle the technical and marketing aspects. His main goal is to see the artisan world grow bigger and more successful. He has devised the plan of formulating an umbrella association under the fair trade field to eliminate middlemen who exploit small workers. With his immense hardwork, Kalashilpa plays a major role in changing the lives of many artisans and craftsmen in India.

Himadri Basu Roy (Founder & Serial Entrepreneur)

Commonly called as "Warrior", Himadri proves to be an adept individual honing numerous versatile skills. His forte accommodates several masteries: a strong command over sales, growth strategies, lead generation skills, budget preparation, versed internal communication, financial forecasting, quality control exercise, project execution, and utilizing resources efficiently. With the experience of working for more than two decades with handicraft artisans for skill development, Himadri is an asset in the field of handicraft development. A trained professional with a fashion and communication degree, his multi-dimensional skills helps in making the insights and motives of Kalashilpa clear and easy to reach.