Export Promotion Council For Handicrafts
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The Export Promotion Council For Handicrafts, a non-profit organization was established in 1986-87.
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 Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) was established under the Exim Policy of Government of India in the year 1986-87. It is a non-profit organization. It is the apex organization of trade and industry and is under the administration of Ministry of Textile of Government of India. The organization was established with the aim to support Indian arts and crafts and to project India as a land of exquisite arts and crafts in the world market. It also takes up various measures keeping in view the international standards and specification.
The Council has created necessary infrastructure to provide marketing and information facilities which are available for member exporters and importers. The Council is run and managed by a group of professionals, which is under the stewardship of an Executive Director. The Committee of Administration consists of eminent exporters and professionals and the Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts is considered as a model council, which is self-sustaining where all promotional activities are self financed.
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Recently Updated Articles in Indian Crafts
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| • | Phulkari Handicraft
Phulkari craft in India is a traditional embroidery process indigenous to Punjab which creates beautiful hand-woven motifs on shawls and odhanis from Punjab.
| | | • | Bandhani Work
Bandhani work includes tying and dyeing of pieces of cotton or silk cloth. The major colours used in Bandhani are yellow, red, green and black. It is an age-old form of textile craft prevalent in western and north western region of India.
| | | • | Cane Craft
Cane craft in India showcases the remarkable artistry and skill of artisans. Utilizing the versatile material of cane, they create a diverse range of exquisite products ranging from furniture and baskets to home decor items and accessories.
| | | • | Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms
Directorate of Handicraft and Handloom in Sikkim was established in 1957. It had an aim of preserving and promoting the art and craft of the people of Gangtok.
| | | • | Indian Carpets
Indian Carpets are some of the most exquisite creations that date back to the age of Mughal era. The craft has evolved since history and is now available in different forms in various regions across India.
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