Goa Artisan Promotes Sustainable, Handmade Sky Lanterns
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What happened
Vithoba Phaldesai, operating Sai Creations in South Goa, is crafting handmade, eco-friendly Akash Kandils. He produces approximately 100 lanterns each year, encouraging the community to choose sustainable, locally produced options over cheap plastic alternatives during Diwali.
From heraldgoa.in
Why it matters
The artisan's venture highlights a local movement toward traditional craft preservation and sustainable consumption in South Goa. The production process is labor-intensive, requiring meticulous handwork in sourcing and shaping raw bamboo.
From heraldgoa.in
Who's involved
- GoaThe state where the artisan operates his business