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EPCH House, Pocket- 6 & 7, Sector - C, LSC,Vasant Kunj, New Delhi-110 070, IndiaTel: +91-11-26135256 (6 lines) Fax: +91-11-26135518/19E-mail: epch@ vsnl.comWebsite: www.epch.com

he Export Promotion

Council for Handicrafts

(EPCH), in coordination

with the Jodhpur

Handicrafts Exporters

Association, has decided

to organise the Indian Furniture &

Accessories Show (IFAS) from

March 13 to 15, 2010. The first of

its kind show in the country, the

Jodhpur show will seek to provide

a glimpse of the incredible range of

woodwork that India’s fabled

artisans are capable of. Perhaps,

what is more significant is that the

show is at India’s High Point —

Jodhpur. IFAS is India’s exclusive mega

b2b furniture show that aims to

position Jodhpur as India’s major

woodcraft cluster and town of

export excellence.

Owing to its stately past and home

to an unparalleled range in ethnic arts

and crafts that have made it popular

among connoisseurs, Jodhpur has

emerged as a hub of wooden artistic

furniture and handicrafts. Masterpieces

from the city, encompassing a rich

assortment of marvellously crafted items

are inspired by centuries old traditions

and legacy. Indeed, the blue city has

secured its position in the

highly competitive international handicrafts

market.

The handicrafts export industry of

Jodhpur has virtually become the power

house to sustain the economy of the state in

general and the region in particular. It

provides employment to around 0.3 million

persons. It also promotes the cottage sector

in the region’s interior areas where

agriculture-based livelihood is constantly

affected by drought conditions. The

handicrafts industry has also won accolades

for being eco-friendly. Today,

it is not unusual for

manufacturers to

keep on reconstructing their business,

keeping in tune to international

standards/competitiveness by adapting

processes that not only add to the aesthetic

value of the finished product but also brings

down the price.

Jodhpur has a broad spectrum of

creative products: ranging from artistic

wooden furniture, lifestyle accessories,

exquisite ethnic crafts, decorative items,

giftware, metal ware, wooden ware, life size

stone artifacts, etc. The innovativeness,

unusual styles and departures from

established precedents by manufactures and

exporters of Jodhpur has helped them create

exclusive products that are treasured the

world over.

With its ready availability of various

raw materials, manufacturers in Jodhpur

have the ability to cater to various consumer

groups. The product range spans across

classic to colonial, country style to ethnic,

rustic to designer, minimal to high-tech,

ethnic to contemporary and traditional to

modern styles. The green trend is

aggressively pursued among manufacturers

here as they shape up discarded and

reclaimed pieces of furniture, door panels,

old house-hold items, camel cart wheels,

bullock-carts, etc. into fascinating pieces of

decoratives. Attention to detail also goes to

colour, accents, textures and finish. Among

materials, they usually use seasoned hard

wood like sheesham, mango wood and teak.

In turning Jodhpur to a hub of furniture

and home accessories, the contribution of

number of states of India is also

praiseworthy. Apart from manufacturing

and exporting its own broad-spectrum

products, Jodhpur exports goods

manufactured by various states of

India which route their exports

through this hub. As far as Uttar

Pradesh is concerned, glass items of

Firozabad, brass items of Aligarh and

gift items of Saharanpur find way to

the world through Jodhpur. Furniture

and decorative wood work relating to life

circle of humans and animals,

depicted in wood and also amorous

items, are routed through Jodhpur

from Orissa. Maharashtra supplies

Victorian Bagghis while Himachal Pradesh

does flower pots. Gujarat is famous for

minute woodwork as also artistic items in

brass and iron which move through Jodhpur.

The exclusive furniture of Karnataka with

micro-work and the inlay in bone and brass

are worth mentioning. Punjab provides iron

gates and pots of various shapes and sizes

which are also routed through Jodhpur.

Buyers attending the event will have the

opportunity to visit production units and

warehouses of manufacturers in the royal

city. Strategically timed with major Asian

furniture shows, IFAS would bring together

300 furniture/accessories manufacturers from

all over India. ��

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Welcome To India’s High Point ............................….1

Indian Handicrafts: Creation of Excellence.....…….. 4

Development Commissioner’s message…................…5

Chairman’s interview ………...........................……..6

Vice-Chairmen’s messages……...............................…8

Profile of President, Jodhpur Handicrafts

Exporters Association ……...................................…9

Jodhpur: The reigning ruler of

handicrafts in India .................................................10

Executive Director, EPCH’s message .....................11

Jodhpur Handicrafts Exporters Association ...........12

Profile of Secretary, Jodhpur Handicrafts

Exporters Association……...................................…13

Manufacturers/Exporters profiles…… 14-47 and 50-83

EPCH Overview …………..............................…….48

Captains of trade — Voices …..........................……84

CFC Now in Jodhpur….......................................… 86

Tourism in Jodhpur and Rajasthan.....................… 88

Export - Manufacturing Units at Jodhpur ….........92

Contents

NANDU MANJESHWAR contributed photos and editorial matter for this special edition of G&H.Jodhpur Co-ordinator: GOVIND RAM

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ince time immemorial,

in the various

civilisations of the

world, man has been

fascinated with

wooden art and

craft. In India, wood has been an

ancient favourite to craft toys,

utensils, decorative art

forms, carved items and

much more. Woodwork

finds its mention in the

ancient scriptures where it

was recommended for the door

frames of every house and the

tradition continues even today.

Rajasthan is known for its

antique and contemporary

hand-carved, painted brass

decorated woodwork. In

the world of wooden

lacquer ware, Jodhpur —

the High Point of India

— has earned itself

the place of honour.

The sheer brilliance of

the craft is apparent

in decorative

pieces, furniture

and other utility

household items.

Among wooden

furniture, huge beds,

chests, cupboards,

boxes, tables, table

tops, decorative

items, low seating

chairs and tables,

garden furniture

and swings from

Rajasthan stand

out as

masterpieces.

Rajasthan is also

known for wood

figurines in the

shape of

animals, which

are beautified

with inlay work.

Exquisite jali or

latticework is also produced here.

Craftsmen also create delicately

carved figures of deities on rosewood

and sandalwood.

Woodcraft in India is a part of

the huge Indian handicrafts

sector. The story of Indian

handicrafts dates back to the

beginning of the

Indian

civilisation. At

the dawn of

history, Indians

started conceiving

artefacts with

unimaginable designs as

objects of adorations for

temples and palaces. The

objects travelled

through the time to

assume variegated

forms with

unmatched

functional

value,

embellished by

inimitable aesthetics.

Today, the

Indian handicrafts

industry produces one of

the widest ranges of

lifestyle and utility

products. It is also a major source

of employment for the rural communities,

providing sustenance to millions

of craftspersons spread out all

over the country. A

workforce of more than six

million craftspersons forms

the backbone of the industry.

Armed with inherited

skills, techniques and

traditional

craftsmanship, the

industry is highly

labour-intensive

and

decentralised,

spread out

across both rural

and urban areas.

Our

handicrafts do not

only exhibit

exquisite artistry

but also the cultural

heritage of the

nation in the

form of

colours,

motifs and ways

of life. All these

factors have made

Indian crafts popular

in international

markets. These

handcrafted creations

manifest the richness

and diversity of our

cultural heritage as

well as the exquisite

artistry of our

craftspersons.

The export of

handicrafts have

made rapid strides in

the recent past. Our

traditional buyers —

in the USA and

Europe — have grown

over the years and today the focus of the

EPCH is widening to include new

emerging markets in Latin America,

Central Asia (CIS), Africa and South

East Asia. ��

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andicrafts is an

important sector of our

country today. Its

strength lies in its

diversity which comes

from the fact that is

manufactured in different parts of the

country. This sector also generates vast

employment opportunities — about 6.5

million artisans are currently involved in

manufacturing of varied products.

In terms of value, domestic

consumption as well as exports

of the handicrafts combined

amounts to a little over $1

billion.

The diversity in Indian

handicrafts is truly immense and ranges

from textiles to stone work, woodcrafts,

sheet metal products and numerous others.

Over the years, a few dedicated clusters

have been established which have become

centres for major export activities. For

example, Moradabad has become popular

for metal work, Saharanpur and Jodhpur

for wood, Jaipur for hand-print textiles

and Badoi and Srinagar are known as

carpet centres. The list is almost endless.

Jodhpur, which in the past was known

for producing traditional handcrafted

furniture, is today frequented by people in

search for contemporary, modern

furnishings. The city, in fact, is excelling

in handicraft export, particularly

furniture. The total value of exports from

Jodhpur, at present, stands at a whopping

$25 million. In addition, the city is fast

gaining strength in stonework, sandstone

and marble.

The cluster concept developed by

Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts

is a well thought out confidence building

measure amongst buyers as well as sellers.

The clusters create confidence amongst

buyers in visiting the cluster and gaining

first-hand knowledge regarding quality

and production methodology and volumes

as well as on social issues that does not

impede compliances. I am confident that

buyers coming to these clusters or fairs,

like the Indian Furniture and Accessories

Show that is happening in Jodhpur in

March this year, would return to their

countries entirely satisfied. I am positive

that the Indian Furniture and Accessories

Show would showcase top-class

furniture and handicrafts,

which would provide further

impetus to the export

industry in Jodhpur. ��

In diversity lies the strength of

Indian handicraftsJust like the cultural diversity of ourcountry, handicrafts too differ with changingdemographics. Mr Sanjay Agarwal, IAS,Development Commissioner (Handicrafts)feels that handicrafts, though an importantcontributor to the economy, still has a longroad to travel.

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“RBSM will be a big platformfor the furniture industry”

6 January 2010

The Chairman of EPCH, Mr Raj Kumar Malhotra, has highexpectations from the Jodhpur meet in March. The special show will notonly provide an opportunity to exhibitors from the city, often called theHigh Point of India, to display their products but also give them thechance to take the buyers directly to their showrooms and workplaces.

he Export Promotion Council for

Handicrafts has been organising Asia’s

largest gifts and handicrafts show —

Indian Handicrafts & Gifts Fair (IHGF)

twice a year — in the month of February

(Spring Edition) and in the month of

October (Autumn Edition). The shows

offer a platform to more than 1,800

exporters of Indian handicrafts to

showcase their merchandise to the world.

It has been felt that the focused approach

to the products that have a large

share in the international

market needs to be

addressed in a

manner so that

such areas

are fully exploited to its potential.

In order to provide impetus to the

growth of the furniture and accessories

segment, the Council decided to organise

Reverse Buyer Seller Meet (RBSM) in

Jodhpur specially focusing on the

woodcraft of the country. The RBSM is

being funded through the Market Access

Initiatives (MAI) scheme of the Ministry

of Commerce & Industry, Government of

India. The objective of the event is to

source the vast variety of furniture,

accessories and other large objects which

can cater to home, hotel, garden and

outdoor. The furniture show is organised

on the pattern of High Point, USA where

the buyer will have an opportunity to visit

the showrooms/warehouses of

manufacturers/exporters at

Jodhpur besides having a look at

the display by the exhibitors in

the exhibition hall.

The Indian Furniture and

Accessories industry has come of

age. It has exquisite designs,

styles, craftsmanship and finish

besides a diverse range to suit the

requirements for living rooms,

bedrooms, dining rooms, hotels,

restaurants, clubs, entertainment

centres, beaches, garden and

other outdoor activities. The

range of accessories includes all

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sorts of home décor items not only in

designs but also in texture and quality.

More than 300 leading Indian companies

in an area of 3000 sq mt will be exhibiting

to display products at the show.

The Jodhpur show has been organised

under the MAI scheme of Ministry of

Commerce & Industry, Government of

India. The scheme envisages a project for

international marketing and capacity

development which has been approved for

a period of four years. It is under the

scheme that the RBSM for furniture at

Jodhpur from March 13 to 15, 2010, will

be taking place. There will be a RBSM for

Natural Fiber products at Bangalore in

2011 and a RBSM for Cane & Bamboo

products in Guwahati in 2011.

In an interview to G&H, Mr Raj

Kumar Malhotra, Chairman, EPCH, spoke

about the Indian Furniture and

Accessories Show (IFAS) at Jodhpur.

Excerpts:

What is so special about this fair at

Jodhpur in March?

� Certainly, it is special. It is one of

its kind and will be the first time in

India where the main attraction

would be the furniture

industry. We are expecting

around 300-400 participants.

Productwise we are

expecting a growth in the

furniture industry.

This time around, the

exhibitors don't have to

show samples of their

stuff. Instead, they can

show 100 per cent of their products. All they

have to do is take the buyer to their

showrooms or their workplaces. This — the

Reverse Buyer Seller Meet (RBSM) — will

be a big opportunity, a big platform for the

furniture industry of Jodhpur.

All the participants will be Jodhpur-

based …

� No, they will be from all over India.

However, the main concentration would be

from Jodhpur and the local industry would

be involved in the fair on a large scale.

Did you decide to concentrate on

furniture in this exhibition because this has

been one of the worst affected with the

recession?

� Yes, exactly.

What is the situation of the handicrafts

industry today?

� Frankly speaking, in our handicraft

industry, all categories are there: there are

costly items, useful items and we have also

furniture which is bought when a person has

some extra money after investing it

elsewhere. For furniture, buyers spend

$2,000 or even $5,000. Small gift items cost

only $2 or $5. Furniture is costly.

I can tell you about Jodhpur fair. We have

high expectations. If

there are 300-400 exhibitors at the fair

and if 400 pieces of furniture are sold, that

means every exhibitor would have at least

one buyer. That is the best part of the fair.

There would be one buyer on an average for

every exhibitor.

In terms of foreign exchange, what is the

quantity of exports that the industry has

been doing?

� In general, handicraft exports have

fallen by 48 per cent in the last three years

but in the last three months, this decline

has been arrested and the decrease in

percentage has come down to 18 per cent.

So, that means the industry is growing.

According to the provisional data available

with us, exports of handicrafts during

2009-10 (April - December) have shown a

decrease of Rs 242.67 crores from Rs

5778.95 to Rs 5536.28 crores, a decrease of

4.20 per cent in rupees term. In dollar

terms, the exports have shown the decrease

of $ 156.12 millions i.e. the exports

decreased by 11.95 per cent over the similar

period in 2008-2009.

What are your other plans?

� We will be exhibiting fashionable

jewellery, household products and much

more. The furniture fair is the first one in

Jodhpur. I must appreciate the help we have

been receiving regularly from the

government, the ministry of textiles. It is

due to their help that the decline came to 18

per cent from 48 per cent. The government

has been supportive always.

What more are you expecting from the

government in terms of facilitating the

industry?

� Government has always been supportive

always as I told you. There is a promise

whatever the demand regarding industry,

regarding articles we have, will be fulfilled and

they are definitely going to consider that. ��

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Jodhpur (above) is the home to exquisite range of woodcrafts. (Clockwise from left) A Victorian divan; artfulwooden cupboard; and a decorative wooden case withminiature paintings.

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8 January 2010

Jodhpur will showcase quality work Mr C R RaiVice Chairman, EPCH

“The market is picking up and I urge our handicraft manufacturers to constantly

add new ideas, designs and innovations, along with good quality and competitive

costs. We can use new techniques to offer better prices to our buyers. EPCH is

trying to bring in more and more entrepreneurs from the country’s interiors so

that they get access to the global market and buyers get to source a broader

spectrum of products.

The Jodhpur fair will be one of its kind in the country. It will give our furniture

exporters from the small city a great opportunity to showcase their hard work.

Most important of all is that it will put Jodhpur on the handicrafts map of the

world. EPCH has been working diligently for the Jodhpur fair and I am sure

buyers and exhibitors will be delighted with the facilities, the categorisation and

classification of products. It is time we highlight awareness about the quality of

our handicrafts for our overseas buyers. The response that we have been receiving

to this fair has been commendable. Our endeavour will be to extend our

international reach and we hope our exhibitors will be able to enlarge their

existing list of buyers.”

The response has exceeded ourexpectations Mr Anoop ShankdharVice Chairman, EPCH

“The overall response from exhibitors and buyers alike has been tremendous. In

fact, the response has exceeded our expectations. The buyers really seem to be

interested in the products manufactured at Jodhpur - hence the desire to visit the

place and check the products on-site.

Over the last few years, we have noticed that international buyers want to do

business with India. Cost is certainly an issue with some of them but I feel our

exhibitors have competitive rates to offer.

EPCH has provided facilities to manufacturers in Jodhpur and the CFC is being

utilised. My suggestion to participating exporters is that they must keep up an

upwards trend in terms of product variety and quality. Additionally, they could

engage designers for visual merchandising of their wares. Sometimes they have

what the buyer is looking for, but it is not suitably displayed and misses

attention. Constant study of buyer markets is also a must to keep up with

competition. We have the potential. We just need to keep working on it.

EPCH has worked out the strategies and has plans to attract more buyers. The

Jodhpur fair is the first of such initiatives. I am certain, IFAS will be popular

and will become a regular affair in the years to come.”

Quality and craftsmanship w

ill be on display for the world

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Bhandari Exports specialises in both

contemporary and ethnic furniture

since the demand differs from

country to country. A 20-year-old

company, Bhandari Exports has

developed a huge market in the

United States where it has large volume orders from

major chains which prefer contemporary designs.

The company’s ethnic designed furniture has a good

market in European countries as well as the Gulf

countries.

Placing a premium on quality, Bhandari Exports

has its own seasoning plant to ensure uniform high

grade products. The made-to-order variety is mainly

from the Gulf countries and Germany, Italy and

Spain while buyers from the United Kingdom are

keen on furniture with Victorian designs.

Bhandari Exports’ biggest asset is its seasoned

craftsmen who are well-known for their intricate

design and carving prowess. The company’s carved

furniture has a ready market in Spain and Scandina-

vian countries. It also receives queries and orders for

carved furniture from Jordan and Turkey.

As for gift items — which Bhandari Exports pro-

duces — the demand is varied and differs from coun-

try to country. Additionally, the presence of a good

in-house design team keeps Bhandari Exports

abreast with the latest trends.

NNiirrmmaall BBhhaannddaarriiPresident, Jodhpur HandicraftsExporters Association; and Member, COA, Export PromotionCouncil for Handicrafts

BHANDARI EXPORTSRai Ka Bagh, Old Police Line,Jodhpur-342006(Rajasthan)Ph.: +91-291-2511829, 2510621Fax: +91-291-2511674E-mail: bhandari_exp@satyam.net.in

� Specialises in ethnic andcontemporary furniture. Alsomanufactures handcraftedgift items.

“JODHPUR

MADE A NAME

FOR ITSELF IN

HANDICRAFTS IN

THE WORLD.

NOW JODHPUR

IS KNOWN

WORLD OVER

FOR FURNITURE

ALSO” (Left) A Victorian divan, (below) a table and(above, left) a wooden cupboard with hand-painteddesigns, (below that) a gorgeous settee; and(right) a wooden handcrafted figure of a goddess.

Handcrafted furniture and more

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Handicrafts as we

know are an

integral part of

any society, civili-

sation or country.

Sophistication and nuances in its creativi-

ty depends a lot on the progression of

civilisation, starting from the hunter-

gatherer phase. The progression is con-

fined to neither a particular continent nor

a country.

Since there is no record of commercial

activity in artefacts till about 17th Centu-

ry, it wouldn’t be wrong to say that the

artistic skills flourished, throughout the

world, at the instance of rulers, and

maybe a few noblemen close to the ruling

elite, in royal ateliers.

Again, it was an activity that the aris-

tocrats or the rich encouraged people to

indulge in.

The collectibles, popular as souvenirs,

became fashionable only in the past two

or three centuries as people moved from

country to country or between continents.

It was like manna from the skies for

our artisans. Their popularity grew firstly

because the ever increasing tourists sought

ethnic artefacts during their visits to the

country and secondly, with economic

growth, Indians too indulged in collecting

these as souvenirs. This helped in reviving

the traditional art in many places in the

country.

The old ‘centres of creativity’, spread

across the country, started to blossom

again and a few centres added more skills

in their repertoire. Jodhpur is one such

example.

Not long ago most of the towns in

Rajasthan — Barmer, Jodhpur, Kis-

hangarh or Udaipur — produced almost

an un-distinguishable kind of handicraft

products, perhaps tweaking designs a bit

to brand it as their creativity. But not

anymore. Today each town or region has

its own distinct design and a connoisseur

would readily distinguish them by its mere

sight. There is a concerted effort now to

promote these distinctive styles, specific

to the regions, and also encourage them to

manufacture the same keeping quality in

mind.

Jodhpur, since time immemorial was a

popular touristy city and it was during

these frequent visits by the tourists that

they started noticing original antiques on

display. It was not just the tourists who

clamoured for antiques, but later on, the

word spread to the locale people as well

who later started coming in droves to

shop. This encouraged others too to enter

the fray and also diversifying simultane-

ously into manufacturing other wooden

and metal products for decorative display

or for utility purposes.

As they say, one success leads to another,

Jodhpur saw many people venturing into the

business of manufacturing furniture. This

transformation is truly phenomenal — from

labour-intensive and time-consuming manu-

facturing method to production with modern

machines ensuring quality in each stage of

manufacturing thus achieving volumes

essential for exports.

This also ushered in new concepts in

manufacturing and factory management, in

adopting rigid compliances set by importing

countries. In one swoop, manufacturers

started adopting international ISO stan-

dards — be it in management, workers

health and safety or use of non-toxic materi-

als — hitherto unknown to them. It augers

well, for the industries in the long run, and

enhances confidence amongst the importing

countries and buyers.

The latest buzz in Jodhpur is the man-

ufacturing of eco-friendly products for the

environmentally conscious buyers. These

products range from toys to decorative or

utility products to furniture items. Mater-

ial used comprises old railway sleepers and

rafters and beams recovered from old,

palatial house, which are being demol-

ished, making way for new buildings such

material is being used for manufacturing

new furniture without destroying a single

new tree. Reduce, recycle and reuse seems

to be their motto. And there are buyers

not only of this concept but products too.

Jodhpur will always herald new concepts

for others to follow.

One has often heard the adage old is

gold. Now the old is equally beautiful and

there is increasing demand for those large,

metal studded doors from premier hotels

and farmhouse owners. In that journey,

Jodhpur has acquired new skills and spe-

ciality. For example, manufacturers of

wooden figurines send their products to

Jodhpur to give that unmistakable

antique look.

Jodhpur too had artisans producing

ivory products, like many places in the

country, but the ban on use of ivory

robbed them of their artistic skills. Well,

not really. A few years ago, enterprising

manufacturers starting using bones, in-

lieu of ivory, and created products that

looked no different from those with ivory

inlay thus, reviving the old tradition.

Jodhpur is making inroad into cotton

fabrics and weaving durries in a major

way. The old timers in Jodhpur claim that

the region was known for weaving exqui-

site durries in the past. The cotton fab-

rics, for summer dresses, are entirely

exported. It is now difficult to pinpoint

Jodhpur’s speciality since all its creations

seems to excel in almost every kind of

handcrafted product.

Rajasthan, from air may look one

large monochromatic, desolate desert. But

this appearance is deceptive. For cen-

turies, folk art and performing art has

flourished in Rajasthan. Earlier, the ruling

class gave impetus to the growth of art.

The artisans, however, were open to new

ideas and accepted outside influences,

such as Mughal and later the British, in

their creativity. This acceptance of an

alien culture can be seen in wall paintings

on the walls of Shekawati’s havelis. The

exquisite geometric designs in lattice work

are indeed Mughal influence. ��

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he Export Promotion

Council for

Handicrafts (EPCH)

under the aegis of

Development

Commissioner

(Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles,

Government of India, has created the

necessary infrastructure as well as

marketing and information facilities,

which are availed both by the member

exporters and importers. The Council is

responsible for the promotion of

handicrafts from India and project the

country's image abroad as a reliable

supplier of high quality handicrafts.

To showcase Jodhpur's treasured

crafts - especially furniture — EPCH, in

the coming trade fair in March, will

provide more opportunities to buyers and

producers. Thereby, we hope to raise the

bar in the competition. We will be

exhibiting a large variety of handicraft

products which are not regularly shown in

the trade fairs that are held in metro

cities like Delhi or in Hong Kong and

Germany. In fact, the voluminous items

are difficult to transport to these

exhibitions. We decided on holding the

Jodhpur show with an eye on such

difficulties.

It is our endeavour to establish clusters

similar to the model prevalent in cities like

Chiang Mai in Thailand or Bali. In these

cities items produced locally in a factory

are widely displayed in showrooms in the

city. These cities have, over the years,

become very famous among buyers who

throng the place and shop for products

throughout the year. We also observed the

well-groomed and well-established

furniture market in the US at High Point.

There too, the furniture manufacturers

exhibit their entire range of products for

the benefit and choice of thousand of

buyers who visit the place to see, select

and buy.

At EPCH, we decided that the best

way to showcase Jodhpur's furniture and

accessories needed a professional

approach. Hence, the Indian Furniture

and Accessories Show (IFAS) that will

turn the spotlight on premium range of

furniture and quality accessories. Our

first-of-its-kind attempt in India will be

to focus on Jodhpur as one of the mega

hubs for the production not only of

furniture but also for decorative items,

garden articles, handicrafts and more.

It is my belief that this is really just

the beginning and in the coming years we

will put in extra efforts to achieve our

goal of exposing the quality creations of

small town craftspersons in the world of

big business. The direct interaction of

buyers with producers at Jodhpur will

also provide the creators ideas about the

exact requirements of international

buyers. We hope our initiative will enable

them to work together.

Above all, we at EPCH believe, that

this foray into small-town India may

ultimately bring in a lot of foreign direct

investment in the handicraft sector. That

would certainly help to raise the quality of

production. On our part, however, we are

also organising a training programme to

ensure that the quality of our handicrafts

are at par, if not above, with those

produced elsewhere in the world. With

both these efforts, supported by

Government of India and particularly, the

Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of

Textiles, we are quite sure that this will be

a great opportunity for both buyers and

suppliers in the days to come. ��

Jodhpur will be just the beginning The first of its kind mega show of furniture andhome accessories in March will be a steppingstone to bigger cluster approach shows, accordingto Mr Rakesh Kumar, Executive Director,EPCH.

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As exporters of Jodhpur

have spearheaded the suc-

cess story in the manufac-

turing and export of

handicrafts from

Rajasthan, the Jodhpur Handicrafts

Exporters Association (JHEA) has emerged as

a pioneer organisation of the handicraft

exporters of the state, which was registered in

the year 1998. At the time of its birth, the

handicrafts sector of Jodhpur was in shambles

and quite unorganised with neg-

ligible export and a heap of

problems. But soon the associa-

tion was formed, as a result of

constant endeavours by JHEA

to continuously strengthen its

commitment of providing dedi-

cated services to its members

and looking after their core con-

cern. The JHEA, with all it per-

severance, persistence and

steadfastness created its own

niche by becoming a pivotal

force in providing nucleus to

the member- exporters to

achieve a sustained higher

growth in export of handi-

crafts at the various global-

destinations. With its laudable

objectives to co-ordinate the

export promotional activities

and mitigate the identical

grievances of the members, the

association has virtually

become a facilitating mecha-

nism for promotion and propa-

gation of export of handicrafts and artistic

wooden furniture at international level.

The outcome was amazing as the world of

exports witnessed a sharp climb from zero

exports at Jodhpur just two and a half decade

back to exports worth Rs 1,500 crore in terms

of forex contributed to the nation by the

exporters of Jodhpur. The growth chart of

the containers despatched rose to more than

26,000 a year. To handle such a tremendous

acceleration in export, the government had to

open three ICDs, one managed by Rajsico (the

State Govt. agency) the other CONCOR man-

aged by Indian Railways and third ICD Thar

Dry Port in private Sector. In the process, the

employment figure, directly or indirectly,

touched three lakh persons comprising arti-

sans, craftsperson, skilled / semi-skilled work-

ers or unskilled labour, most of them belong-

ing to weaker section of the society. With

western Rajasthan reeling under drought con-

ditions year by year, the handicraft industry,

which is working under cottage sector provid-

ed employment even at the door-step of the

artisans. As Jodhpur initially stood devoid of

any infrastructure for the Handicrafts Export

Industry, the association perused hard in get-

ting such infrastructure created.

State government created infrastructure at

Jodhpur at the initiation and persuasion of

the association.

Achievements of the Association

The association takes pride in saying that

at the initiation and persuasion of JHEA, the

government came out to grant several facili-

ties / benefits / incentives etc. from time to

time. Some of them are enlisted below —

1. Facility of DEPB made available at the

ICD, Jodhpur.

2. Allowing of packing of Duty Drawback

items with Non-Duty Drawback items

through a common packing list with sepa-

rate invoices / shipping bills.

3. Instead of detaining the whole con-

tainer for an item or two as suspect

items, the shipments were made to be

allowed by only detaining such items

for further verification.

4. Certification of GSPs for six days a week.

5. Huge reduction in transport freight by

ICD.

6. Payment of incentives on dispatches of

TEUs under MoU with Rajsico irrespec-

tive of quantum of export.

7. Exemption of Sales Tax on past sales of

REP/SIL/Exim Scripts and reduction in

existing slab of Sales Tax on sale of such

scripts.

8. Amendment in standard input-output

norms allowing facility of DEPB credit

for material on all types of wood. Previ-

ously it was only Teak / Shesham wood.

9. Amendment in standard input-output

norms allowing DEPB Credit for packing

material on all types of furniture.

10. MoU with RSIC for grant of incentives on

despatches of containers through ICD

Rajsico.

11. Increase in percentage of

DEPB rates in case plastic

packing material is supple-

mented by any other material.

12. ICD has been included for

facility under DEPB scheme at

various ports/airports/ICD

through TRA facility.

13. Higher rate of incentives

made available at ICD, Jodhpur

through Rajsico.

14. Establishment of Solar-

heated Woods Seasoning Plant

of “representative style” along

with Common Facility Centre

under UNDP assistance scheme

by DC(H) with nodal agency

being Rajsico and under the

management by a Committee

headed by Mr Nirmal Bhan-

dari, President, JHEA.

15. Got Huge reductions in

transportation tariff by Rajsico

at ICD Jodhpur thrice this year.

16. Allowing of 2% DEPB on

plastic packing material instead of 1% if

supplemented by paper packaging materi-

al by Public Notice No. 39 (RE-00) 1997-

2002 dated 1.11.2000.

17. Allowing of Import Duty Free consum-

ables / embellishments including wood pol-

ish materials, rust preventive concen-

trates, heat resistant paints, poly films etc.

under notification No. 71/99 Customs dat-

ed 2.6.99 as amended by notification No.

16/2000.

18. Formation of Exporters Grievances Cell

under orders of DC(H).

19. Postponement of mandatory Bar-coding

20. Availability of Duty Drawback on brass

handicrafts / art ware under S.S. No.

7.4.20 and 74.21 through Public Notice

No. 17/2001 dated 15.2.2001. ��

12 January 2010

Former Ruler of Marwar State, H H Shri Gaj Singh Ji, giving away award to an exporter,Shri Rishiraj Singh. (H H Shri Gaj Singh Ji is also owner of famous Umed Bhawan Palace)

Jodhpur HandicraftsExporters Association

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January 201013

Bharat Arts & Crafts manufactures

furniture, mostly conforming to

contemporary designs, for the

European and the US markets. Its

handcrafted furniture is popular in

Jordan, Syria and the United Arab

Emirates. The quality of raw materials used and

specifications followed by the company has

impressed buyers in the markets that it presently

sends its products to.

The manufacturing unit is 100 per cent export-

oriented and has been able to achieve its reputation

by strictly adhering to international standards in

the industry, though the demand from Europe is dif-

ferent from that in the USA.

The company has its own seasoning plant to meet

the stringent specifications for wood used in furni-

ture manufacturing. It also uses old wood. In other

words, the company recycles old wood, an excellent

raw material, for manufacturing handcrafted furni-

ture. In addition, Bharat Dinesh also manufactures

accessories that usually compliment either bedroom

or dining or drawing room furniture.

BBhhaarraatt DDiinneesshhSecretary, Jodhpur HandicraftsExporters Association

BHARAT ARTS AND

CRAFTS28/5, Heavy Industrial Area,Jodhpur - 342005Tel: +91-291-2740916/2742333Fax: +91-291-2740900E-mail: bharatdinesh@yahoo.com

� Specialises in solid woodfurniture of contemporarydesigns and alsohandcrafted furniture.

“THE CURRENT

FAME OF

JODHPUR IS

MORE DUE TO

SOLID WOOD

FURNITURE

THAT HAS

WIDER APPEAL

IN THE

WESTERN

COUNTRIES”

Magic from recycled wood

(Clockwise from left) A con-temporary wooden chair; ahandcrafted wooden andmetal bed; a modern chestof drawers in wood; and adining table for six.

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For the past 30 years, Abani

Art Emporium has been

manufacturing all kinds of

gift products which belong

to the antique as well as the

modern category. The prod-

ucts, used for decorative purposes, are both for

indoor and outdoor displays. Though most of them

are manufactured from wood, iron and marble are

also extensively used.

Reproduction of antiques is Abani’s speciality

— be it paintings or decorative items — which are

truly appreciated. Though the products are

exported to the USA, Germany, France and

Japan, it has been noticed that the people of USA

fancy antiques more than the others. Of course,

like Abani’s products are appreciated elsewhere

too but the volumes are lower. The European

market prefers contemporary designs in their gift

and utility products.

The marble articles manufactured by Abani are

in good demand in a few European countries,

especially Italy. Marble panels with lattice work

are most sought after. This ancient skill has been

revived due to demand from overseas demand, but

there are a number of domestic buyers too.

RRaammeesshh CChhaannddAAbbaanniiABANI ART EMPORIUM11, Bank ColonyRai ka BaghJodhpur-342006Ph: +91-291-2511801/2511073Fax: +91-291-2511589E-mail: abaniart@rediffmail.com

� Specialises in restorationas well as reproduction ofantiques that includespaintings and figurines.

“THE INHERENT

STRENGTH OF

JODHPUR’SARTISANS IS

SKILL IN

PRESERVING

ANTIQUES TO

ITS ORIGINAL

LOOKS. THE

OTHER SKILL IS

IN IMITATING

REPRODUCTION”

(Top,above and alongside, left) Someof the fine examples of unbeatablecraft; and (alongside,right) specimenexample of marbel artistry.

14 Juanuary 2010

Legacy of fine marble and wood work

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Furniture manufacturing is the

forte of the company. Though

it has its own designs, Angira

Art Exports gives high prefer-

ence to the design inputs giv-

en by the buyers. They believe

it gives confidence to the buyers.

The products are mostly marketed in the United

States of America. Angira Art Exports, though not

averse to other markets, insist that volume for their

products in other markets is low. The solid wood fur-

niture produced by them is durable while the straight-

line furniture is easier to maintain. The products have

lacquer finish and the gloss remains for a long period

of time.

Carved furniture is not in their product line though

they believe that there is market for such products as

well. The company ensures that all the glues and pol-

ishing used are non-toxic and lead-free and in compli-

ance with the demands of the importing countries.MMuurriillddhhaarr SSuutthhaarrANGIRA ART EXPORTSE-97, F-203, Mandore IndustrialAreaJodhpur 342304Ph: +91-291-2577237Fax: +91-291-2577164E-mail: angiranr@sify.com

� Specialises in solidwood, straight-line furniture.

“JODHPUR CAN

NOW BE

CONSIDERED AS

THE CENTRE OF

FURNITURE

INDUSTRY IN

THE COUNTRY”

(Top) and (alongside right) Specimen ofdifferent kind of drawered cabinets;(below right and left) huge bed and atable symbolishing ‘simple wood work’.

Producing furniture for export abroad

January 201015

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16 January 2010

The furniture manufactured by

Arts & Crafts Exports stands

out in the crowded market.

Reason: a lot of copper and

brass sheets are used as a layer

to top the furniture. The com-

pany insists that no two products are alike or similar

as it is difficult to imitate the design.

The designs on the metal sheets are unique

and typically Rajasthani. Creating these motifs

entail a lot of effort from the craftsmen. First,

the designs are engraved on the metal sheets

before they are transferred on the furniture,

which are mostly tables of all sizes.

This kind of furniture takes a lot time to

manufacture and cannot be produced in bulk and

preferably is the made-to-order kind. The compa-

ny also manufactures trendy furniture either

painted or in lacquer finish. All these products

are popular in Europe, Australia and

New Zealand. The furniture created by Sunil

Sancheti is ideally suited for places where the

temperatures and humidity are similar to that in

Jodhpur.

SSuunniill SSaanncchheettii ARTS & CRAFTSEXPORTS39, Heavy Industrial AreaJodhpur 342005Tel: +91-291-2741469/2740591Fax: +91-291-2741541/2740591E-mail: office@artsexports.com

� Excels in metal andwooden furniture for officesand households.

Copper and brass on show

(Clockwise from left) A variety of chests of drawersall with embossed metal sheets; carved decorativeworking tables, benches and a stool with inlaywork; and, a wooden cupboard beside a roundtelephone table with metalwork.

“THOUGH

RAJASTHAN IS

KNOWN FOR

WOODEN

FURNITURE,BUYERS ARE NOW

SHOWING

INTEREST IN

FURNITURE

COVERED WITH

METAL SHEETS”

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January 201017

Art & Crafts Inc is a new

entrant in this field of

furniture manufacturing.

It has attained an envi-

able reputation in the US

market through its quali-

ty and exacting delivery schedules. The company

has not ventured into other markets.

Vinod Singh Rajpurohit makes solid wood fur-

niture only and the volumes are large. The unit

has been able to achieve this through modern

machines. In addition, it does proper seasoning of

wood before any item is created. The volumes

depend on market requirements and often the

demand spurts leaving very little time for adjust-

ments. The planning, therefore, has to be perfect

and that is what the company excels in.

The buyers are normally large store chains and

their representatives often visit or inspect the

samples and at times offer minor modifications.

Once that is done then it is a question of mass

production and shipment. Care is taken to ensure

that the products reach the destinations without

any damages.

VViinnoodd SSiinngghhRRaajjppuurroohhiittARTS & CRAFTS INC.C-63A-64A, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur 342001Tel: +91-291-5103666Fax: +91-291-5103555E-mail: vinod@artncraftsinc.com

� Solid wood furniture isthe USP.

“MANUFACTURI

NG IN LARGE

VOLUMES WHILE

MAINTAINING

HIGH QUALITY:THAT IS OUR

SPECIALITY AND

WE INTEND TO

KEEP IT THAT

WAY”

Home furniture in cane and wood

(Top) Well crafted wooden home furnishing(below left and right) some more examplesof elegant yet simple home furnishing.

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18 January 2010

Hanwant Khatri

feels it is impor-

tant to understand

the likes and dis-

likes of various

countries to be suc-

cessful in exporting handicrafts. The people of the

United States of America, for example, prefer ethnic

styles in gift items, vis-à-vis the people from Euro-

pean countries. Arvind Expo-Crafts has understood

this aspect in its endeavour to export handicrafts.

Even gifts have different categories! They could be

for mere display on a mantelpiece or on a table to

other items of utility. These items are made of wood

or metal or a combination of both. Apart from utili-

ty items such as penholders, forks and spoons hold-

ers, the company also creates attractively designed

products for bathrooms like towel racks, soap hold-

ers and bins.

Arvind Expo-Crafts also manufactures furniture

on demand and designs provided by the buyers but

its inherent strength is in gift and utility products.

And that is its USP. The products are marketed in

Germany, Italy and Holland and the designs vary to

suit their taste. The company has its own design

team and Hanwant Khatri visits European countries

and the US regularly to get a feedback and at times

to assess the changes in designs.

HHaannwwaanntt KKhhaattrriiARVIND EXPO-CRAFTSF-707, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur-342005Ph: +91-291-2740181/2748683Fax: +91-291-2741677E-mail: arvindex@sify.com

� Specialises in gift itemsmade of wood, iron as wellas in combination with othermetals designed fordifferent countries andcontinents.

“IN THIS SECTOR,INNOVATION AND

CREATIVITY

HOLDS THE KEY.IN FACT, ONE HAS

TO FORESEE THE

FORTHCOMING

CHANGES TO

CAPTURE

ATTENTION OF

BUYERS”

(Top, right) Balls in a bowl; (left) innovative, multihued cabinets;(above, left) chests — small, medium, large — all sizes areavailable to offer; and (right) embellished flower vase.

Creating designs for different tastes

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January 201019

Ever since Rishi Hara started manufac-

turing furniture, his focus has been on

quality. Innovation is another factor

that he concentrates on. Although

most buyers take furniture designs for

granted, believes Hara, there is scope

for innovation in contemporary designs too.

Aztec Shiva trained its workers on various

machines, seasoning of wood, sequence of main-

taining schedules and even to the extent of packing

since the entire production goes overseas for more

than a year. That training has helped the company

gain its reputation and confidence among foreign

buyers who are quite fastidious when

they come to survey the facilities and working con-

ditions.

Presently, Aztec Shiva has been supplying to

bulk buyers in Europe and USA. The comapnay

has also been exporting to Australia and New

Zealand, though the market is comparatively

small. Among the other regions that Rishi Hara

has been sending his products to is South Africa.

Aztec Shiva is concentrating on expanding its

portfolio of accessories this year.

RRiisshhii HHaarraaAZTEC SHIVA E-589-595, EPIPBoranada Industrial Area,JodhpurTel: +91-291-5131736/5131383Fax: +91-291-2516859E-mail: rishi@aztecshiva.com

� High-end furniture andaccessories crafted in grandstyle.

“SCOPE FOR

GOOD

FURNITURE IS

BEYOND STAID

DESIGNS AND

WORKMANSHIP.ONE NEEDS

TO BE

INNOVATIVE”

Innovative designs to woo buyers

(Top) A seven-drawer chest withornate metal handles on embossedmetal sheets; and, (left) a lacqueredwooden chest with brass studs.

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20 January 2010

Bansal Art Exports believes that

‘old is gold’. It collects old

unused household items from

every corner of the country and

re-fashions these into products

for modern day use — be it for

decorative purposes or reuse. While modern gadgets,

electronic or otherwise — may have made these

redundant, their value has not diminished.

The company also uses techniques for making

products look like antiques. This is done especially

with wooden statues manufactured in many parts of

the country. The company avers that these are in

good demand in five-star hotels and the homes of

the rich and famous. Western buyers too, insist

on such products. The large doors from old houses

(havelis) that are being demolished, on refurbishing,

are in demand mostly for decorative purposes

from hotels.

Often old doors or windows which may not be in

good condition are remodelled into centre or side

tables retaining their antique looks. It is a question

of using creativity in re-fashioning these products

and put into use again.

RRaajjeennddrraa BBaannssaallBANSAL ART EXPORTSG1099/740/1, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur-342005Ph: +91-291-2748320Fax: +91-291-2748729E-mail: bansalart@satyam.net.in

� Specialises in antiquesand recycling old discardedhousehold productsconverted for present day use.

“IT IS AMAZING

THAT OLD,DISCARDED

HOUSEHOLD

PRODUCTS THAT

BE CONVERTED

INTO CHIC ITEMS

FOR EVERYDAY

USE OR FOR

DECORATIVE

PURPOSES”

(Top left and alongside) Excellent decorativepieces are made from household scraps byskilled craftsmen; (top, right) cabinet withmultipurpose drawers.

Turning the old into new

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Basant has been on the forefront of

innovative designs in manufactur-

ing since its inception. A first

glance at the furniture manufac-

tured by Gaurav Jain is enough to

appreciate the company’s reputa-

tion. Though crafted in solid wood, the designs are in

straight lines. The company professes that this kind

of furniture is meant for modern day corporate

offices or hotels.

Glass and metal also are incorporated in the

designs. While glass is either on top of tables or side

tables and at times sandwiched on the sides, the met-

al, normally chrome, is used as an embellishment to

improve aesthetics. The company can design entire

furniture setups for offices and hotel rooms as per

the buyers’ requirement.

Though it meets domestic demands, a bulk of its

business is in the overseas market. Its designs are

well received in the European and US market. In

addition, it manufactures decorative products to

match furniture designs either for homes or offices.GGaauurraavv JJaaiinnBASANT175/A, Circuit House RoadJodhpur 342006Tel: +91-291-2511782/2635760Fax: +91-291-2512107E-mail: mail@basant.info

� Excellent craftsmanshipof wooden and metalfurniture incorporatingglass.

“INNOVATIVE

DESIGNS, AND

SIMPLE TO

MAINTAIN, HELP

TO CAPTURE

THE

IMAGINATION OF

BUYERS.”

Wonders with wood and glass

(Clockwise from left) Classics from Basant:A wooden screen made with waste wood;tables fashioned out of wood and glass;and, sets of tables, which can be easilystored, made from wooden slats

January 201021

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Bhandari Exports specialises in both

contemporary and ethnic furniture

since the demand differs from coun-

try to country. A 20-year-old com-

pany, Bhandari Exports has devel-

oped a huge market in the United

States where it has large volume orders from major

chains which prefer contemporary designs. The com-

pany’s ethnic designed furniture has a good market

in European countries as well as the Gulf countries.

Placing a premium on quality, Bhandari Exports

has its own seasoning plant to ensure uniform high

grade products. The made-to-order variety is mainly

from the Gulf countries and Germany, Italy and

Spain while buyers from the United Kingdom are

keen on furniture with Victorian designs.

Bhandari Exports’ biggest asset is its seasoned

craftsmen who are well-known for their intricate

design and carving prowess. The company’s carved

furniture has a ready market in Spain and Scandina-

vian countries. It also receives queries and orders for

carved furniture from Jordan and Turkey.

As for gift items — which Bhandari Exports pro-

duces — the demand is varied and differs from coun-

try to country. Additionally, the presence of a good

in-house design team keeps Bhandari Exports

abreast with the latest trends.

(*Convener - Northern Region, Export Promotion Council for

Handicrafts; and President, Jodhpur Handicrafts Exporters Association)

NNiirrmmaall BBhhaannddaarrii**BHANDARI EXPORTSRai Ka Bagh, Old Police Line,Jodhpur-342006(Rajasthan)Ph.: +91-291-2511829, 2510621Fax: +91-291-2511674E-mail: bhandari_exp@satyam.net.in

� Specialises in ethnic andcontemporary furniture. Alsomanufactures handcraftedgift items.

“JODHPUR

MADE A NAME

FOR ITSELF IN

HANDICRAFTS IN

THE WORLD.NOW JODHPUR

IS KNOWN

WORLD OVER

FOR FURNITURE

ALSO.” (Left) A Victorian divan, (below) a table and(above, left) a wooden cupboard with hand-painteddesigns, (below that) a gorgeous settee; and(right) a wooden handcrafted figure of a goddess.

Handcrafted furniture and more

22 January 2010

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January 201023

Bharat Arts & Crafts manufactures

furniture, mostly conforming to

contemporary designs, for the

European and the US markets. Its

handcrafted furniture is popular in

Jordan, Syria and the United Arab

Emirates. The quality of raw materials used and

specifications followed by the company has

impressed buyers in the markets that it presently

sends its products to.

The manufacturing unit is 100 per cent export-ori-

ented and has been able to achieve its reputation by

strictly adhering to international standards in the

industry, though the demand from Europe is differ-

ent from that in the USA.

The company has its own seasoning plant to meet

the stringent specifications for wood used in furni-

ture manufacturing. It also uses old wood. In other

words, the company recycles old wood, an excellent

raw material, for manufacturing handcrafted furni-

ture. In addition, Bharat Dinesh also manufactures

accessories that usually compliment either bedroom

or dining or drawing room furniture.

BBhhaarraatt DDiinneesshh**BHARAT ARTS ANDCRAFTS28/5, Heavy Industrial Area,Jodhpur - 342005Tel: +91-291-2740916/2742333Fax: +91-291-2740900E-mail: bharatdinesh@yahoo.com

� Specialises in solid woodfurniture of contemporarydesigns and alsohandcrafted furniture.

“THE CURRENT

FAME OF

JODHPUR IS

MORE DUE TO

SOLID WOOD

FURNITURE

THAT HAS

WIDER APPEAL

IN THE

WESTERN

COUNTRIES.”

Magic from recycled wood

(Clockwise from left) A con-temporary wooden chair; ahandcrafted wooden andmetal bed; a modern chestof drawers in wood; and adining table for six.

(*Secretary, Jodhpur Handicrafts Exporters Association)

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Bothra International’s speciality for

long has been in the manufacture of

products for daily utility as well as

those for gifting. The products,

using metal sheets, carved with tra-

ditional Rajasthani motifs, over

wood have a sublime beauty and have been revived

by Bothra’s talented craftsmen. Such items were

manufactured in the past, but forgotten for decades.

Buyers from East European and Middle East

nations have a fascination for such products though

styles and motifs preferred in these two markets are

different. In recent times, buyers from Spain and

South Africa have shown interest in such products

and there is no dearth of designs since Jodhpur is like

a large repository — almost inexhaustible — of

Rajasthani folk arts. Though Bothra’s craftsmen

borrow such motifs liberally, small alterations are

made to meet the preferences of buyers.

The company has recently entered the furniture

segment and the designs adopted are contemporary

ones. These are preferred by European buyers. Both-

ra is also planning to enter customised furniture

manufacturing. Among its other products are frames

for paintings and photographs that have the looks

and styles of a bygone era.

NNaarreesshh BBootthhrraa BOTHRA INTERNATIONALE-230, M.I.A. Phase II, Basni,Jodhpur 342005Tel: +91-291-2742845/2746479Fax: +91-291-2746435E-mail: bothraint@sify.com

� Specialises in woodenand metal items, or incombination, gift anddecorative products.

The charm of Rajasthani motifs

“SOME OF THE

MOST

FASCINATING

GIFT PRODUCTS

ARE MADE WITH

WOOD AND

METAL

TOGETHER AND

THESE GIVE A

RICH

IMPRESSION”

A profusion of exquisitely crafted pieces: A chest ofdrawers with a metal-inlaid top; a metal candlestandwith carvings; a wooden corner piece; and, a metaland wooden decorative container.

24 January 2010

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PK Bhandari of CASA Ambi-

ente has not followed the usu-

al route of follow-the-leader

in the manufacture of handi-

crafts. As a buyer of Indian

handicraft products, based in

Holland for ten long years, he understands the

mindset of European buyers.

Though CASA Ambiente has been making

furniture, the company is actively engaged in

manufacturing handcrafted products. Most of

these products are designed and created by P K

Bhandari. His designs are meant for an Euro-

pean audience: naturally, the designs and colours

that are used — are of utmost importance.

While the quality of material used by

CASA Ambiente has been becoming better,

the company keeps an eye to ensure that it is

eco-friendly in nature. P K Bhandari keeps con-

tinuous observation on the raw material used to

ensure that it conforms with the environmental

laws of Europe.

PP KK BBhhaannddaarriiCASA AMBIENTE (INDIA)1-4, Udyog NagarPhase II, Basni, Jodhpur 342005Tel: +91-291-2746563/2746498Fax: +91-291-2746111E-mail: casaindia@rediffmail.com

� Specialises handicraftproducts that caters to theniche segments.

“INNOVATION IN

DESIGNING

CONCEPTS AND

MATERIAL IS

THE WAY

FORWARD. THESE TWO

FACTORS

CAPTURE THE

IMAGINATION OF

THE BUYERS”

Designs and colours to fascinate Europe

Lighting up: A black metal candle stand holds pride of place;(below, left) a wooden, handpainted table top; and, (right) asquirrel with an umbrella fashioned out of wood and greatfor a corner piece.

January 201025

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26 January 2010

The company believes in offer-

ing concepts — be it bedroom,

dining room or a living room

— so that the end-users do not

have to hunt for matching

accessories. The company has

the largest showroom in town where they have

displayed several types of settings of bedroom,

dining room and living room furniture and there

is a separate section for bar and bar counters.

There is also a section on outdoor and office

furniture.

Making furniture is easier in comparison to cre-

ating a concept as the latter requires a lot of cre-

ativity and innovativeness. The designs of pillows

or bolsters, normally taken for granted, can make

or mar an entire setup. Then comes the question

of colour and tone of wood, which through var-

nish, polish or lacquer has to match the colour

and tone of the upholstery.

Chandra Shekhar Exports has furnished several

top-end establishments but does so only to

achieve professional satisfaction rather than look-

ing for economic returns.

CC..SS.. PPhhoopphhaalliiaaCHANDRA SHEKHAREXPORTSE-157, Mandore Industrial AreaJodhpur 342010Ph: +91-291-2577300/2577500Fax: +91-291-E-mail: csexports@sancharnet.in

� Specialises in solid woodfurniture and manufacturesentire sets required forbedroom, dining room andliving room.

“IT IS

ESSENTIAL TO

OFFER AN

ENTIRE

CONCEPT AND

SET OF

FURNITURE

RATHER THAN

OFFERING

FURNITURE IN

PIECEMEAL”

Offering not just furniture, but an entire concept

(Top and above) Finely crafted dining tableand chairs; an ornate wooden bed; a latticework cupboard and two exquisite bars.

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January 2010 27

Climpex, established in 1991, is

a 100 per cent export oriented

unit, manufacturing wooden/

iron furniture and handi-

crafts. They have everything

in-house in its 45,000 sq mt

factory — raw material stores, chemical treatment

and curing plants, manufacturing, finishing, pack-

ing and container-stuffing facilities. An 85,000 sq

ft showroom exhibits more than 8,000 samples.

Climpex studio develops its own as well as buyers'

designs. If a design is given early morning, the

buyer can approve the developed proto-type in the

evening. They also manufacture antique and

antique reproductions and furniture in knockdown

condition.

Climpex currently exports to 27 countries in

Europe, America, South Africa and South East

Asia. In-house production, large-scale stocking of

raw materials, dependable and regular work-force

on rolls, absolute avoidance of child or forced

labour — all these add up to offering unmatched

dependability for the clientele, in terms of quality,

price and time.

MMss LLaalliittaa JJaaiinn CLIMPEXB-29, D.N. Hatha, Paota, Jodhpur, Rajasthan -342006Phone 0091-291-2727-000 Showroom Mob:0091+9414132300Mob: 0091+9314032000 Fax 0091-291-2577 500Email climpex@live.incsphophalia@gmail.com

� Specialises inmanufacturing wooden/ironfurniture and handicrafts forthe purpose of export only.

Showcasing the best to the world

“THEY ALSO

MANUFACTURE

ANTIQUE AND

ANTIQUE

REPRODUCTIONS

AND FURNITURE

IN KNOCKDOWN

CONDITION ”

Furniture on demand: (Clockwise from top)A table-chair set of contemporary design, anelegant sofa set with centre table, simpleand beautiful dining table with six chairs andanother example of sofa set with centretable and corner stools.

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28 January 2010

Creative Point has a vast range of

handcrafted products and professes

that it is meant for niche clientele

and marketing is merely through

word-of-mouth. The reason is sim-

ple: the products are not mass pro-

duced and no two designs or items are similar look-

ing. Each product item has a tag of exclusivity and

is ideal for gifting or own as well.

It manufactures both decorative or display and

utility items. The materials used are wood, metal

sheets (brass, bonze, iron and white metal) and

bones and horns. Though the competition is intense

in such products, the company has held its own due

to its exclusivity. The Gulf countries are its biggest

market. The next in the line are the European coun-

tries. The other markets it has a presence in are

Spain, Turkey and the United States of America.SS KK PPaarraakkhhCREATIVE POINT18-A, West Patel NagarCircuit House RoadJodhpur 342011Ph: +91-291-2512074Fax: +91-2912514813E-mail:creativepointjodhpur@hotmail.com

� Specialises onhandicrafts made out ofwood, metal and bones andhorns or in combination.

“INDIAN

HANDICRAFTS IN

GENERAL, AND

JODHPUR

HANDICRAFTS IN

PARTICULAR,ARE MOST

CREATIVE AND

HAVE

UNIVERSAL

APPEAL”

Exclusive in design and detail

Examples of exclusivity: (Clockwise fromtop right) A crafted pot; a lacquered chest;an almirah; and, a multipurposetray-cum-stool.

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The company has been in busi-

ness for a little over a decade

and has made its mark in

European markets. It is the

trendy style that has

impressed buyers in those

markets. Again, these gift items, be it of utility or

plain display, are manufactured from wood and met-

al pieces, normally considered as waste.

Cross Country believes that adherence to quality

has helped to market its products in the European mar-

ket comprising buyers who are highly critical of quali-

ty. The most important aspect is seasoning of wood to

the optimal level to withstand the extreme tempera-

tures in Europe to prevent warping. It is also essential

that the kind of polish or paints used is lead-free.

The gift items that are manufactured have a typ-

ically European touch and the ethnic styles of their

culture and countryside are those that buyers can

relate to. Manish Jhanwar frequently visits many of

these countries to understand changes in the buyers’

preference. Cross Country understands these well in

advance to manufacture and market them at the

right time.

MMaanniisshh JJhhaannwwaarr CROSS COUNTRY3Khasra 108/07, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur-342005Ph: +91-291-2740061/2748994Fax: +91-291-2748175E-mail: cc123@ccexports.com

� Specialises in furnitureand gift items manufacturedout of wood and iron aimedat European markets.

Quality products for discerning buyers

Contemporary designs: (Top, left) A woodenpenguin; (above) a multidrawer almirah; and(below) wooden shelf with lattice work.

“EXPOSURE IN

NATIONAL AS

WELL AS

INTERNATIONAL

TRADE FAIRS IS

EXTREMELY

IMPORTANT TO

EXHIBIT

CREATIVITY OF

JODHPUR

ARTISANS”

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Curio Crafts, a two-decade old

company specialises in prod-

ucts using iron, so much so

that almost 90 per cent of its

products are made of iron. It

also uses glass, other metals

and terracotta and integrates it with iron products.

The company uses state-of-the-art machines to

achieve quality in the manufacturing processes.

Though the in-house design team prepares

designs, many a time, buyers suggest certain changes

at the prototype stage, which are then incorporated

at the production level. At times, buyers come with

their own designs for production.

Most of the products are meant to be given as

gifts during the festive season. The company also

manufactures utility products used in kitchens

along with wine racks, candle holders, towel hang-

ers and soap holders. The list is endless. Garden

accessories are a popular item in its list of exports.

The company has sent huge shipments of its prod-

ucts to the United States of America and is now

exploring the European markets. Though it

exports to other countries like Australia, New

Zealand and South Africa as well, the volume of

export is miniscule.

PPrraaddeeeepp KKuummbbhhaattCURIO CRAFTSC-55, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur 342005Ph: +91-291-2748165/2748166Fax: +91-291-2741884E-mail: curiojodhpur@sify.com

� Specialises in makingproducts that are meant tobe offered as gifts onvarious occasions andwhose utility can double upwhen offered as a gift.

Crafting excellence through iron

“THOUGH WE CAN

BOAST ABOUT OUR

ARTISAN'SSKILLS, IT IS

EXTREMELY

ESSENTIAL TO

IMBIBE QUALITY

AT EVERY STAGE

OF PRODUCTION”

(Top) Iron work for a showpiece; a bottlewith inlay work; and (above and along-side) exquisite work in wrought iron.30 January 2010

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The manufacturer also recycles

wood, mostly takSunil Bhan-

dari's company manufactures

only hand-crafted products

exclusively for the overseas

market. Though buyers have

preferences in design and style, these are blended

with Rajasthani styles and motifs.

Though the products manufactured by Desert

Art Export may look small, the workmanship to cre-

ate them is time-consuming as each block or cut-out

has to be precise: there cannot be a minute gap as it

would mar the entire look.

Wooden plaques are made on specific demand,

meant for display in public places. In some of these,

even small carved figurines have to be incorporated.

This art is a speciality of Rajasthan. The company

now manufactures a small variety of furniture like

stools with eco-friendly material tops. These are

exported to environment-conscious countries, most-

ly in Europe. The other products are trays and table-

top gift items. These too have engravings, while the

designs differ from country to country.

SSuunniill BBhhaannddaarriiDESERT ART EXPORTG-590, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur 342008Tel: +91-291-3290748/5532955Fax: +91-291-2740857/2640878E-mail: desertart@datainfosys.net

� Speciality are handicraftitems in wood and metal.

“HANDICRAFT

PRODUCTS HAVE

TREMENDOUS

POTENTIAL

ABROAD SINCE

THIS KIND OF

INTRICATE

WORK IS STILL

THE PRESERVE

OF RAJASTHANI

CRAFTSMEN.”

Honours in wood

(Top) A plaque specially created by DesertArt Export; (middle) a set of two cush-ioned contemporary wooden stools; and,a fine example of modern art on woodfrom traditional Rajasthan.

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Fine Arts & Exports manufac-

tures old-style furniture,

some of which are patterned

on the furniture used in royal

households in the past. But

that has not limited the cre-

ative abilities of Shreyanssh Jain. He has branched

out to manufacture contemporary style furniture.

The unit produces its contemporary creations in

bulk since there is no handcrafting involved.

Looking at the demand for furniture with inlay

work, Fine Arts & Exports creates these for markets

in Europe. In the past, inlay work was done with

ivory but today that has been substituted with simi-

lar looking high-grade plastic. The work is painstak-

ing and it takes weeks to manufacture a six-seat or

ten-seat dining table.

In addition, Shreyanssh Jain is also into manu-

facturing cotton fabrics. The fabric is hand printed

primarily for ladies' summer garments. At times

buyers provide the designs and colours to be used

and the finished products are supplied to the Euro-

pean markets.

The unit is also into manufacturing high-end gift

items with traditional Rajasthan motifs but they are

created on specific orders.

SShhrreeyyaannsssshh JJaaiinnFINE ART & EXPORTSE- 1-2, M.I.A.Phase II, Basni,Jodhpur - 342005Tel: +91-291-2742122/2638789Fax: +91-291-2746087/2742254E-mail: fineart@satyam.net.in

� One of the few unitswhich produce hand-printedcotton fabrics, it alsospecialises in antiques andreproduction of antiqueitems.

“QUALITY AND

INTRICATE

WORKMANSHIP

IN CARVINGS IN

OUR PRODUCTS

HAS BEEN

RECOGNISED IN

WORLD

MARKETS”

Irresistible contemporary creations

(Clockwise from top) A hand carved wooden andmetal chair fit for royalty; a metal vase; and awooden dining table for eight with inlay work.

32 January 2010

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The promoter started his career

as a buyer, based in Los Ange-

les, for major chains operating

in the west and mid-west of

the USA. That experience

gave him an insight into the

furniture business and the preferences of people who

buy.

While Jodhpur is known for solid wood furniture

buyers are fastidious about quality and do not

accept any laxity or reasons if the products fall

short of their expectations. Keeping these aspects in

mind, the company ventured into manufacturing

furniture and caters to specific market requirements.

Krishna International Exim has preferred to con-

centrate on the market it is confident about, rather

than spreading too thin on several markets.

Today, it is straight line furniture that is in

vogue. In this, volumes are achieved by the manu-

facturers and for users it is easier to maintain.

Offices and commercial establishment mostly prefer

straight line furniture.AAsshhookk KK CChhoopprraa FORTUNE EXPORTSE-220, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur 342005Tel: +91-941-4140069Fax: +91-291-5120976E-mail: ashok@krishnasgroup.com

� Specialises in solidwood, straight line furniture.

“IN THE

INTENSE

COMPETITIVE

ENVIRONMENT,QUALITY AND

ADHERENCE TO

THE EXACTING

SCHEDULES ARE

KEYS TO

SUCCESS IN

FURNITURE

BUSINESS”

A bit of the old and the new

Remembrance of the past: Solid woodcupboards, bookshelves, handcraftedand handpainted ducks, a replica of arocking horse, a wooden bed; and aset of metal holders.

January 2010 33

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Manish Mehta is into manu-

facturing several kinds of

products: gift, home décor,

household utility, garden

accessories and furniture.

Some of the items created

from scrap —astound the buyers who are amazed at

the creativity of Jodhpur's artisans.

Fortune Exports is always on the lookout for

new opportunities to create newer, appealing prod-

ucts. The company's design team visits Europe and

USA regularly to understand the consumer tastes.

Planning well in advance, the team creates products

that are sent out to consumers six months from the

date of conceptualisation.

In addition, the products that are created, are

market specific and country specific. Often, Manish

Mehta works on the suggestions of his consumers

and creates unique designs that become the rage.

MMaanniisshh MMeehhttaa FORTUNE EXPORTS18, Heavy Industrial Area,(Behind New Power House)Jodhpur - 342005Tel: +91-291-2745191/3297072 Fax: +91-291-2758140/2742069E-mail: info@fortuneexports.com

� Exquisite objets d’art inwood, metal and terracotta.

“EVEN SCRAP

METAL AND

WOOD CAN

CREATIVELY BE

SHAPED TO

MAKE

ATTRACTIVE

TABLETOPS,DECORATIVE

AND GIFT

PRODUCTS.”

Turning scrap into objects of wonder

Magic of metal: (Top) Owls in different sizes; a plateful ofexquisitely decorative wooden balls; and (below) a metalstar showpiece and a ship's lamp in brass.

34 January 2010

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Gora Exports has been manufac-

turing memorabilia for the

defence forces, police and other

organisations that has the tradi-

tion of presenting these to their

personnel for the past 50 years.

The company continues to receive

orders for the manufacture of such

memorabilia from Commonwealth nations.

Based on the success of its original business,

Gora Exports has diversified into making gift prod-

ucts that are typically aimed at Commonwealth

countries. All the products are handmade and hand

painted. Many of these products are not merely

meant for mantelpieces, but can be for everyday use

as well. Many of the scenes painted on the items are

day-to-day scenes of British countryside which are

popular with buyers.

Some products are painted with Chinese scenes,

such as waterfalls, cascading river or a sailing boat,

which has a niche market in a few Western countries.

The company’s main markets are: Europe, Australia,

New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

AAnniill AArroorraaGORA EXPORTSMohanpuraRajasthan 342001Tel: +91-291-2513514/2513014Fax: +91-291-2671514E-mail: gora@datainfosys.net

� Specialises inmemorabilia, plaques andgift products.

“MEMORABILIA

AND PLAQUES IS

AN UNIQUE

CRAFT AND

RAJASTHAN HAS

BEEN ON THE

FOREFRONT IN

THEIR CREATION

FOR A LONG

TIME”

Perfectly classy designs and memorabilia

Memories were made of this:(top) A metal kettle with ahandpainted illustration fromthe past; (centre) A handpaint-ed metal tray and a set of con-tainers; and, (alongside) tealeaf containers with Chinesedesigns and motifs in metal.

January 2010 35

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Guru Industries is, perhaps, the

oldest furniture manufacturer in

Jodhpur. Established in 1947, it

has marched on, never looking

back. The focus on exports is

only a recent phenomenon in its

history. The company has fur-

nished a few of the well-known, branded hotels in

the country though its production, almost 90 per

cent, goes to the United States of America and the

rest to European countries.

Today, the company is into high-end design fur-

niture for the USA and European markets. The main

pieces are complimented by equally matching acces-

sories, admittedly for high-end buyers. It is paying

as much attention to decorative and gift products

created from wood, metals, glass and even bones and

horns.

The decorative and utility products are also

unique and innovative in design like coat hangers

fabricated out of skis. There are candle holders using

moose horns as the base. The company also believes

that no design would last more than one season and

hence the stress on. innovation.

HHaarrjjeeeett SSiinngghhGURU INDUSTRIESE-28, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur-342005Ph: +91-291-2741114Fax: +91-291-2740623E-mail: guruind@sify.com

� Specialises in furnitureand accessories to go alongwith main furniture and hasbeen doing so since 1947.

“FURNITURE

MANUFACTURING

HAS BEEN

TURNED INTO

ART FORM IN

JODHPUR AND

IT IS THE

REASON

ARTISANS HERE

ARE ADEPT IN

BOTH

CONTEMPORARY

AND ETHNIC

STYLES”

Innovative furniture and accessories

Designs to adore: (Top, right and left) Show pieceswith innovative art; (alongside) wood wall hanging; and(below) a state-of-the-art stand.

36January 2010

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Haswani Art Exports

manufactures furniture,

antique look-alikes as

well as restoration of

originals. While a few

talk highly about

straight-line, solid wood contemporary furniture,

there is demand for painted furniture as well. The

treatment is entirely different and colour and

quality of paint used is equally different for the

Western market. Apart from being lead-free and

toxic-free, the company has to follow a lot of

compliance parameters.

Restoration of antiques and also reproduction

of identical antiques is another of the company’s

speciality. Haswani Art Exports obtains old

objects from all parts of the country and restores

them to their original shapes. Suresh Haswani

avers that some objects are copied and replicas

made as per the buyers demand. A few of them are

converted into daily, household utility items.

The company also infuses a lot of innovative

ideas in manufacturing gift items — be it for decora-

tive display or for daily use — using wood, metals,

glass and even clay. The clay products are so fine

that they give the impression of bronze.

SSuurreesshh HHaasswwaannii HASWANI ART EXPORTSE-29, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur-342005Ph: +91-291-2744505Fax: +91-291-2744114E-mail: haswaniart@sify.com

� Specialises in restorationof antiques and reproductionof antique look-alikeproducts for exports.

“PAINTED

FURNITURE HAS

EQUAL APPEAL

LIKE

CONTEMPORARY

DESIGN

FURNITURE BUT

THE TREATMENT

HAS TO BE FINE-TUNED FOR

GREATER

APPEAL”

Look-alike antiques and much more

(Top) A differently designed sofa; (alongside) artfulalmirah; and (above, right and left) multipurposemultidrawer almirah.

January 2010 37

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Within a decade, Heritage has

established itself as the fore-

most handcrafted leather furni-

ture with metal structures pro-

ducer. The handcrafted leather

gives a rustic look and has spe-

cial appeal over fully processed leather. Very few in

the world have this speciality, the company avers.

It has wide-ranging products from bar stools,

chairs, arm chairs and even small leather-top tables.

It has specially designed sofa sets, too. Even small

bins for keeping newspapers or magazines are in its

product range.

The products are sold in the United States of

America, Canada, Europe, New Zealand and even

non-traditional markets like Cyprus, Egypt and

Morocco. In the last couple of years it has

entered into manufacturing mainline wooden fur-

niture as well. Also steel chairs with a rustic look

are in their portfolio. Be it leather upholstered

chairs or steel chairs, they can all be stacked thus

saving space.

SSaannddeeeepp SSiinngghhvviiHERITAGEE-508 (A), M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur 342005Ph: +91-291-2748241Fax: +91-291-2748103E-mail:mail@heritagecraftsworld.com

� Specialises inhandcrafted leather furniturewith metal structures.

“EXPERTISE IN

LEATHER

MANUFACTURING

IS QUITE

DISPERSED IN

THE COUNTRY

AND JODHPUR IS

ALSO MAKING

ITS PRESENCE

FELT”

Unique handcrafted leather furniture

A selection of furniture craftedout of leather.

38 January 2010

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SShhaarraadd JJaaiinnINDIAN ARTWARE33-34, Heavy Industrial Area,Jodhpur - 342003Tel: +91-291-2748164/2748168Fax: +91-291-2741886E-mail: indianartware@sify.com

� Metal, metal sheets andstone-embedded gift itemsand utility products.

“RAJASTHAN IS

BLESSED IN

HAVING GIFTED

ARTISANS. THESE

CRAFTSMEN ARE

THE BACKBONE OF

THE HANDICRAFT

INDUSTRY,ESPECIALLY IN

JODHPUR”

Sharad Jain has been making decorative,

gift and utility items using only metal

sheet and metals such as iron, brass and

bronze. The products manufactured are

meant for the Western countries and his

major buyers are in the USA.

The products created by Indian Artware are country-specif-

ic. Consumers in East European countries, for example, prefer

decorative and gift items with designs that are distinct from

those marketed in Western Europe and the USA. Sharad Jain

has extended his portfolio to include European markets.

Indian Artware’s design team keeps on experimenting with

raw material. As a result, none of the creations are repeated.

Jain believes that it is extremely essential to be a step ahead

and anticipate the changes the markets pose. In fact, many

of Indian Artware’s craftsmen come up with remarkable

design ideas that are incorporated in the portfolio.

Jodhpur art to capture the globe

(Top) A showpiece in metal and (below) metal corner piecesreminding one of Christmas: one as a replica of kings of yorewhile another is in the shape of a pine tree.

January 2010 39

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SShhaarraadd JJaaiinnINDIAN ARTWARE33-34, Heavy Industrial Area,Jodhpur - 342003Tel: +91-291-2748164/2748168Fax: +91-291-2741886E-mail: indianartware@sify.com

� Metal, metal sheets andstone-embedded gift itemsand utility products.

“RAJASTHAN IS

BLESSED IN

HAVING GIFTED

ARTISANS. THESE

CRAFTSMEN ARE

THE BACKBONE OF

THE HANDICRAFT

INDUSTRY,ESPECIALLY IN

JODHPUR”

Sharad Jain has been making decorative,

gift and utility items using only metal

sheet and metals such as iron, brass and

bronze. The products manufactured are

meant for the Western countries and his

major buyers are in the USA.

The products created by Indian Artware are country-specif-

ic. Consumers in East European countries, for example, prefer

decorative and gift items with designs that are distinct from

those marketed in Western Europe and the USA. Sharad Jain

has extended his portfolio to include European markets.

Indian Artware’s design team keeps on experimenting with

raw material. As a result, none of the creations are repeated.

Jain believes that it is extremely essential to be a step ahead

and anticipate the changes the markets pose. In fact, many

of Indian Artware’s craftsmen come up with remarkable

design ideas that are incorporated in the portfolio.

Jodhpur art to capture the globe

(Top) A showpiece in metal and (below) metal corner piecesreminding one of Christmas: one as a replica of kings of yorewhile another is in the shape of a pine tree.

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The folk art of every region is

distinctive and has its own

charm. However, since the sup-

ply of many art forms is dwin-

dling, J.P. Arts has decided to

reproduce identical products,

ensuring that the reproductions are as good as the

originals. The products come in wood, metal and

glass. The company also undertakes reproductions of

paintings using similar kind of paints as used in the

original.

J.P. Arts emphasises that in order to create look-

a-like copies, artisans have to observe each antique

and measure accurately before embarking on repro-

ductions. Also, the materials used are as close to the

originals otherwise reproductions could lose their

charm.

J.P. Arts also manufactures furniture for indoor

and outdoor use. Painted furniture is its forte though

it manufactures straight-line, solid wood contempo-

rary furniture as well. The paints and glues used are

lead-free and toxic-free as Western buyers insist on

such products. The company also manufactures high

value marble products such as, arches, fountains and

trellis used in partitions which can be used indoors as

well as outdoors.

JJ PP SShhaarrmmaaJ.P. ARTSC-11-D, M.I.A.Phase I, BasniJodhpur 342005Ph: +91-291-2571981Fax: +91-291-2438266

� Specialises inmanufacturing reproductionsof Indian antiques andartefacts procured fromdifferent parts of the country.

“INDIAN ART,ESPECIALLY FOLK

ART, IS SO HUGE

THAT IT WOULD

TAKE A PERSON

MORE THAN A

LIFETIME TO

UNDERSTAND ITS

NUANCES”

As good as the original

(Top) A set of handmade and hand-paintedwooden trays and carved masks; (above)another set of trays and hand-painted woodenfigures.

40 January 2010

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The folk art of every region is

distinctive and has its own

charm. However, since the sup-

ply of many art forms is dwin-

dling, J.P. Arts has decided to

reproduce identical products,

ensuring that the reproductions are as good as the

originals. The products come in wood, metal and

glass. The company also undertakes reproductions of

paintings using similar kind of paints as used in the

original.

J.P. Arts emphasises that in order to create look-

a-like copies, artisans have to observe each antique

and measure accurately before embarking on repro-

ductions. Also, the materials used are as close to the

originals otherwise reproductions could lose their

charm.

J.P. Arts also manufactures furniture for indoor

and outdoor use. Painted furniture is its forte though

it manufactures straight-line, solid wood contempo-

rary furniture as well. The paints and glues used are

lead-free and toxic-free as Western buyers insist on

such products. The company also manufactures high

value marble products such as, arches, fountains and

trellis used in partitions which can be used indoors as

well as outdoors.

JJ PP SShhaarrmmaaJ.P. ARTSC-11-D, M.I.A.Phase I, BasniJodhpur 342005Ph: +91-291-2571981Fax: +91-291-2438266

� Specialises inmanufacturing reproductionsof Indian antiques andartefacts procured fromdifferent parts of the country.

“INDIAN ART,ESPECIALLY FOLK

ART, IS SO HUGE

THAT IT WOULD

TAKE A PERSON

MORE THAN A

LIFETIME TO

UNDERSTAND ITS

NUANCES”

As good as the original

(Top) A set of handmade and hand-paintedwooden trays and carved masks; (above)another set of trays and hand-painted woodenfigures.

40 January 2010

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January 201041

Jangid Art & Crafts in Jodhpur

is one of the leading manufac-

turers and exporters of hand-

icraft items in different cate-

gories including Wooden Fur-

niture, Wrought Iron Furni-

ture, Antique Reproduction, Handi-

crafts, Handcrafted Furniture, Gift

Articles, Decorative Accessories,

Traditional Handicrafts, Gift & Crafts, Home Sup-

plies, Candle Stands, etc. They have been in busi-

ness for the last ten years. At Jangid Art & Crafts,

impeccable workmanship and outstanding designs

have always been the hallmark of products. Today

they have carved out a new dimension to the

matchless appeal of its innovative and designer

handicrafts. They excel in providing competitively

unique and quality products while maintaining a

very good accumulation of Indian tradition with

western splendour.

Jangid Art & Crafts have a huge manufactur-

ing unit equipped with all the latest tools and

machinery. The production here is fast and flaw-

less. To keep a strict eye over the quality mainte-

nance, a separate department has been set up

where expert professionals closely supervise and

check each and every item minutely.

The company aims to provide its customers

consistently with good quality merchandise at

moderate price and on-time delivery schedule.

OO PP JJaannggiiddJANGID ARTS & CRAFTSC-60, M.I.A, Basni IInd PhaseJodhpur, Rajasthan - 342005Tel: +91-291-2740282Fax: +91-291-2748155Mob: +91-9829023604E-mail: info@jangidart.com

� Specialises in WroughtIron Furniture, AntiqueReproduction, Gift Articles,Decorative Accessories,Traditional Handicrafts andmore.

“WE EXCEL IN

PROVIDING

COMPETITIVELY

UNIQUE AND

QUALITY

PRODUCTS WHILE

MAINTAINING A

VERY GOOD

ACCUMULATION

OF INDIAN

TRADITION WITH

WESTERN

SPLENDOUR”

Ensuring exquisite craftsmanship andsupreme quality

(Above) Jawt with carvings; (right) bookalmirah with glass and wood-rod door

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JJiinneesshh KKootthhaarriiJJ FORMART G-573, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur-342005Ph: +91-291-2747938/2748654Fax: +91-291-2748791E-mail: jjformart@gmail.com

� Specialises in creatingproducts from materials thatare considered waste andthe motto being reduce,recycle and reuse.

JJ FormArt takes pride in man-

ufacturing products that are

normally considered discarded

material and surprisingly buy-

ers from the Western countries

have taken a fancy for these

items. Even ordinary materials

such as hessian or old paper are

used to create beautiful papier mache articles.

Old, discarded railway sleepers are used to

make tabletops or chairs that provide a rustic

look. The company does not believe in the term,

‘waste’. Even animal bones are used to decorate

table tops and boxes with inlay patterns. When

that is not available, “mother of pearls” is used

to create the ivory-like inlays.

The United States of America is JJ For-

mArt’s biggest market where there are environ-

ment concerns and the company's products are

appreciated a lot. Now, a few of the Scandina-

vian countries have started demanding the

company’s products. In fact, several buyers offer

suggestions on designs and materials to be used.

The company’s attempt to create environmental-

ly-friendly products is making an impact in

developed countries.

“IT IS HIGH

TIME THE

PRODUCTS THAT

ARE

MANUFACTURED

OUGHT TO BE

ENVIRONMENT

AND ECO-FRIENDLY THAT

OUR PLANET CAN

SUSTAIN THE

GROWTH”

Creating beauty from waste

(Top) An innovative book shelf; (above,right) an excellent piece of work withwood; and (left) drawer-cum-almirah withcreative design.

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Jodhana Art & Crafts, a

decade old company had

started its business supply-

ing furniture to other

major manufacturers and

on gaining experience ven-

tured out on its own. Their

initial concentration was

the domestic market, while quality in production has

been their focus since inception. Soon, overseas buyers

took notice of their product’s quality and they start-

ed exporting their furniture.

The production is based on market needs and

demand. Though some of their products are con-

temporary in design, they also undertake hand-

crafted furniture for which Jodhpur is world

famous. The category is basically indoor furniture,

i.e. from living room to dining room, bedroom and

associated accessories complimenting the same.

Though the company has its own design team,

they are not averse to suggestions from buyers on

changes or modification of designs. It builds con-

fidence. Ultimately, it is the question of quality

that final users vouch for. The company’s main

market is the United States of America and Cana-

da. Though they have not participated in trade

fairs in the past, they now plan to take part in

them.

GGooppiillaall SSuutthhaarrJODHANA ART &CRAFTSG-631, E.P.I.P.Phase III, BoranadaJodhpur 342012Ph: +91-2931-281803

� Specialises in woodenfurniture and products ofcombination of wood andmetal.

Quality is paramount for Jodhana Arts & Crafts

“QUALITY IS THE

ESSENCE AND

JODHPUR IS THE

PLACE FOR

QUALITY

FURNITURE

PRODUCTS AND

HANDICRAFTS”

Fine craftsmanship and exquisite designs are hallmarks of Jodhana Art& Crafts.

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Kohinoor Arts & Crafts has

been manufacturing hand-

icraft products over a

decade. It has made an

impact in the international

markets by the intricately

designed products made out of iron and other

metals. The in-house design team keeps ahead of

competitors through innovative designs.

The company’s artisans too are given a free

hand in suggesting designs and it is then evaluat-

ed internally of its feasibility. It is a team work,

the company avers. The quality of the raw mate-

rial is important to attain the desired design

development and once this is established, produc-

tion commences. Since it is voluminous work,

quality in each step of production is monitored.

The products are for display as well as for daily

use. At the same time, it is ensured that the

designs do not go out of fashion in a short period

of time. It is important that utility products

retain its utility value even after a few years not

withstanding newer designs that are brought out

each year.

YYaasshhjjeeeett PPrraakkaasshhSShhaarrmmaaKOHINOOR ARTS &CRAFTSA-43 (A), M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur 342005Ph: +91-291-27442273Fax: +91-291-2741360E-mail: yash_jeet@sify.com

� Specialises inintricately designedhandicrafts products frommetal, wood and othermaterials.

A jewel among handicraft producers

(Clockwise from top) Iron jewels: Well-craft-ed wooden folding table with wrought ironpipes; a wrought iron showpiece cum tableclock; and a metal park bench.

“JODHPUR IS

KNOWN FOR

HANDICRAFTS

FOR CENTURIES

AND CURRENTLY

ARTISANS ARE

PROVIDING A

BOOST TO

REVIVE THIS

TRADITION ”

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The company’s products

are either steel or wooden

furniture for the United

States of America and

European markets. All its

steel furniture is in fold-

ing models and ideal for indoor as well as outdoor use.

Again, its wrought iron furniture is both for indoor

and outdoor use. It also manufactures steel gazebos

popular in European markets.

Kraftorium’s speciality is wooden furniture

painted in white in different textures. The colour

white is a symbol of purity and so are its prod-

ucts. Only a few wooden furniture such as tables

used outdoors are foldable while products like

racks are non-foldable. The entire range of paints

used is non-toxic.

Rajesh Kabra agrees that there is domestic

demand for gazebos but volumes are too low,

though a few South-based companies buy what is

already in store. Volumes are essential to achieve

economies of scale.

RRaajjeesshh KKaabbrraaKRAFTORIUMF-300, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur 342005Ph: +91-291-2725720/2746720Fax: +91-291-2745920

� Specialises in foldingsteel furniture and woodenfurniture painted white. Subtle shades of white in wood and steel

“JODHPUR HAS

THE DISTINCTION

OF HAVING THE

COUNTRY’S BEST

WROUGHT IRON

MANUFACTURING

EXPERTISE AND

NEEDS TO

POPULARISE IT

FURTHER”

(Top) Foldable steel and wooden chairs;(above, left) a wooden shelf and a woodentable and chair, and, a steel gazebo.

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Kumbhat Exports, since its

inception, has been manu-

facturing furniture that is

strongly influenced by

Rajasthan’s ethnic designs

and motifs, be it boxes or

beds or wardrobes. All the products, the company pro-

fesses, is handmade and very little machining is done.

The wood, of course, is perfectly seasoned so

that craftsmen can work with it creatively. Many

of the designs are borrowed from old photo-

graphs or paintings and in a way the past is

revived and the tradition carried forward. Adding

to the speciality of the products are metal

embellishments.

Kumbhat Exports’ markets are Gulf coun-

tries, Spain and Portugal. Of late, Western

nations have been showing interest in such prod-

ucts. The products created by P. L. Kumbhat also

serve as decorative items for home décor. Domes-

tic buyers have also been evincing keen interest

though the products are for the discerning few.

PP..LL.. KKuummbbhhaatt KUMBHAT EXPORTSE-5/6, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur 342008Tel: +91-291-2747973/2511549Fax: +91-291-2511549E-mail: pkumbhat@cc.com

� Specialises in traditionalRajasthani furniture andaccessories.

“WE BELIEVE

IN CARRYING

FORWARD

RAJASTHAN'S

ETHNIC DESIGNS

AND STYLES IN

THE

MANUFACTURE

OF FURNITURE.”

Examples of a perfect past

(Left) A set of differently designed chests inwood and metal; (top) a chest crafted out ofwood and metal; and, (below)a small and alarge treasure chest in wood and metal.

46 Janua ry 2010

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Antiques have always fasci-

nated people all over the

world. Rajasthani

antiques are a different

class altogether. When R

P (Lalji) Singhal started

trading in antiques, four decades ago, he was the pio-

neer. At that time few understood the value

of antiques. Many jumped on the bandwagon as

the popularity of Rajasthan’s antiques spread and

the originals are difficult to find

now.

Most of the artefacts

sold today as antiques

are really reproduc-

tions, true to dimension, motifs and colouring. Jodh-

pur's artisans have mastered the art of reproducing

them to the exact details mostly from photographs

or old paintings. However, one can still find objects

of the colonial era, though they are strictly not

antiques in the real sense of the word, without

Rajasthani motifs or designs. Yet, buyers from the

United Kingdom are eager customers. Old, brightly

coloured wooden chests or drawers find a ready mar-

ket in Gulf countries. As for the European, Aus-

tralian and New Zealand markets, changes in design

patterns and colour combinations are carried out.

SSuunniill SSiinngghhaallLALJI HANDICRAFTSHandicraft MarketOpp. Umaid Bhawan Palace RoadJodhpur 342006Tel: +91-291-2510887/2511378Fax: +91-291-2742877/27448133E-mail: office@laljihandicrafts.com

� Specialises in antiquesand antique reproductions.

“RAJASTHAN

HAS ENORMOUS

AMOUNT OF

ANTIQUES AND

JODHPUR

HAS BECOME

CENTRE FOR

MARKETING

ANTIQUES.”

Colourful testimony of antiques

(Top) A horsehead bottle opener holds attention asdo the others with a colonial touch; and (alongside)A prancing horse and an elephant swing, both typi-cal works of excellent craftsmanship from Jodhpur.

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With this corporate mantra,

Export Promotion Coun-

cil for Handicrafts or

EPCH is determined to take the

Indian handicrafts to the new can-

vas of growth and popularity world-

wide. EPCH is the apex body of

Indian Handicrafts exporters, set up

to promote Indian handicrafts.

Functioning under the aegis of

Development Commissioner (Handi-

crafts), Ministry of Textiles, Gov-

ernment of India, the Council

ensures optimal interface between

international buyers and the Indian

handicrafts industry to facilitate the

business of handicraft exports.

EPCH has been playing a stellar

role, right since its inception in 1986,

in projecting India’s image abroad

as a reliable source of inimitable

handicrafts. EPCH provides com-

prehensive information to interna-

tional buyers on the rich variety of

Indian handicrafts, and liaisons

between the exporters and the inter-

national buying community. EPCH

also organises regular visits of dele-

gations to trade shows, buyer-seller

meets, conferences and study tours

abroad to explore market opportuni-

ties and keep Indian exporters

abreast of the latest trends in the

markets worldwide.

With an ever growing membership

of 6,000 manufacturers-exporters of

handicrafts from all over India,

EPCH over the years, has successful-

ly positioned India as a sourcing des-

tination for the best in hand-crafted

gifts and lifestyle products.

48 January 2010

EPCHCorporate Philosophy

AT EPCH, WE ARE DRIVEN TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS.

MOVING AHEAD WITH AN UNTIRING PURSUIT OF

OUR OBJECTIVES, CONSISTENT PERFORMANCE, AND

A GLOBAL OUTLOOK FOR INDIAN HANDICRAFTS. {

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In the 23 years, since its inception, EPCH has been consistently taking

Indian Handicrafts’ exports to new heights. The intense efforts of the

Council have resulted in tremendous growth in India’s exports. From Rs.

3,870 million worth of exports in the year of its existence (1986), the

exports have grown at the rate of 15 per cent every year.

These figures clearly indicate the industy’s capability to grow further,

given the right impetus. With the global economy improving, the handi-

crafts industry is all set to grow bigger than ever.

GROWING WITH THE TIMES

EPCH undertakes a plethora of activities to encourage and

actively promote the Indian handicrafts exporters by:

� Providing commercially useful information and assistance

to its member exporters

� Offering professional advice and services to members in

areas of technology upgradation, quality and design

improvement, standards and specifications, product devel-

opment, innovation etc.

� Organising overseas visits to explore market opportunities

� Participating in specialised international Trade Fairs of

handicrafts and gifts

� Interacting between exporting community and government

both at the Central and State level.

� Creating awareness through Workshops on Export Market-

ing, Procedures and Documentation, Packaging, Design

Development, Buyer-Seller Meets, Open-houses, etc.

� Publishing in-house journal CRAFTCIL which talks about

the activities of EPCH, notification of Government orders,

information on Trade Fairs and other relevant information

� Reviving languishing crafts like chikankari, cane and bam-

boo and zari handicrafts and giving impetus to the exports

of these products.

� Undertaking design and technical workshops

� Felicitations to Handicraft exporters.

� Undertaking design and technical workshops

� Felicitations to Handicraft exporters.

� EPCH website — www.epch.com is an interactive website.

� EPCH Headquarter is located at EPCH House, Pocket-6 &

7, Sector-C, LSC, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi-110 070.

EPCH — TAKING INDIANHANDICRAFTS TO THE WORLD

India Exposition Mart

The Council had initiated an ambitious

project of setting up of EXPOMART for

international business promotion. Conceived

on the lines of international b2b marts, the

mart is located at Greater Noida, near New

Delhi, where Indian exporters can showcase

their products and services.

National Centre for Design and Product

Development

The Council has set up a national level

design centre at New Delhi. This presti-

gious design centre is equipped with the

latest computer-assisted design tools and a

team of highly qualified professionals.

This team of professionals works in close

co-operation with exporters at the craft

centres for the development of new

designs.The Centre focuses on product

development and product design services.

It works towards developing latest designs

as per the international market require-

ments with the help of expert designers

from India and abroad. The centre has

engaged a number of Filipino designers

and also has MoU with several design cen-

tres across the world. It has also launched

a design bank for exporters.

National Centre for Photo & Picture Framing

Technology

National Centre for Photo & Picture Fram-

ing Technology has been set up at Saharan-

pur to provide newer technology for photo &

picture framing sector which is the premium

product range in the leading stores of the

world. The Centre works as a Common

Facility Centre and the 1st Phase of the

machines / equipments has already been

installed and started its operations. The cen-

tre will now have its testing laboratory.

ORGANISATIONS INITIATED BY EPCH

January 201049

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Rajendra Mehta has been supplying

furniture to bulk buyers connect-

ed to large chain stores in the USA

and Germany. The prime consider-

ation in bulk supplies is maintain-

ing quality and sticking to the

time schedule. Thus far, Lariya Art Palace has been

able to do both to the satisfaction of customers.

The company’s owner does not believe in wasting

wood. The small pieces are utilised to make table

tops or side shelves that have, incidentally, attracted

the eyes of foreign buyers. Though such productions

may not be in bulk, but they do attract interest. In

fact, Rajendra Mehta utilises recycled wood to sup-

plement the waste pieces that is generated in the fac-

tory.

One of the uses that the “waste wood” is put to

is the manufacture of parquet tiles, which have

found a ready market in the West. The company has

taken up a few turnkey projects in France: these

include interior designing and furniture designs. All

the pieces are manufactured in Jodhpur and shipped

abroad.

RRaajjeennddrraa MMeehhttaaLARIYA ART PALACE11-B, 9th Pai Road,Bachrajji-ka-Bagh,Sardarpura,Jodhpur 342003Tel: +91-291-2753428/3293151Fax: +91-291-2755740E-mail: lariya@lariyaart.com

� Manufacturers ofcontemporary and classichandcrafted furniture.

“MAINTAINING

HIGH QUALITY

AND TIME

SCHEDULE

ARE OF UTMOST

IMPORTANCE

IN THE

FURNITURE

BUSINESS”

Useful products from waste wood

Wood in many forms: (Clockwise from left) A folding chaircrafted out of wood looks rather rough but is extremelycomfortable; a decorative box made out of scrap wood; achair which would not be out of place in the most modern ofhomes; and, a cupboard made from waste wood.

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Almost a decade into manu-

facturing furniture, the

company prefers ethnic

styling, including colours

and patterns, in its prod-

ucts. This, Lucky Creation

avers, is now gaining popularity in the Western coun-

tries. Its products are sold in the United States of

America, the United Kingdom, South Africa and a

few countries in the European Union.

Though some products may look rustic but it is

this feature that attracts customers. However, it is

not that simple to create such styles as it requires

great care and skills of artisans. Of course, the pat-

terns and colours used have to be in synch with West-

ern tastes. A great deal of studies has been done on

such matters and at times the buyers too provide

suggestions on patterns and colours.

The company also makes straight-line, solid

wood furniture but their forte is ethnic styles.

January 2010 51

AAbbhhiisshheekk JJaaiinnLUCKY CREATION4-D, Umaid Palace RoadNew Circuit HouseJodhpur 342006Ph: +91-291-2510284Fax: +91-291-2511580E-mail: ashok@luckyartindia.com

� Specialises on furniturewith an accent on antiquestyling and colouration offurniture.

Rustic creations, but with a touch of class

“IT IS

APPROPRIATE TO

MAKE BEST USE

OF THE SKILLS

AND TRADITIONS

OF JODHPUR IN

MANUFACTURING

FURNITURE”

Fine examples of ethnic styles in furniture.

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The company has been manu-

facturing handcrafted products

for more than two decades. Of

the smaller articles, it makes

gods and goddesses in marble,

wood, clay or iron. It also man-

ufactures utility products meant for daily use.

The company's forte is refurbishing, redesigning

and reproduction of Shekavati art including furni-

ture. Buyers now have started understanding the

richness of Shekavati artefacts. They are normally

in vibrant colours. Though it may not be universally

accepted, but people who know the region and its

history are Ashok Jain’s customers. These are

exported throughout the world and admittedly peo-

ple of Indian origin are the company's main cus-

tomers.

Shekavati style furniture is in good demand in

Gulf countries. However, Lucky Art India's prod-

ucts are different: the Shekavati furniture has brass

fittings and pronounced carvings. The company also

manufactures marble products in different sizes and

styles from small figures for decorative purposes to

large objects like water fountains and planters.

There are also finely chiselled trellis, mostly used in

gardens.

AAsshhookk JJaaiinnLUCKY ART INDIA4-D, Umaid Palace RoadNear Circuit House Jodhpur 342006Ph: +91-291-2510284Fax: +91-291-2511580E-mail: ashok@luckyartindia.com

� Specialises inrefurbishing Shekavatiantiques and furniture andremodelling for modern day use.

“ARTISANS OF

RAJASTHAN

ALONE CAN TURN

FADED ANTIQUES

OR REPRODUCE

SUCH ANTIQUES

TO NEAR

PERFECTION”

Shekavati antiques with a difference

Fine examples of carved fifurines and ahand-painted container from the Shekavatiregion.

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Years ago Makers Mart started

with aluminium sheets to man-

ufacture various products. It

then turned its attention to

other metal sheets such as

brass and bronze. Meanwhile,

Makers Mart realised that it would be

worthwhile to start marble and stone carving, tradi-

tional crafts which Jodhpur’s artisans are tradition-

ally good at.

The demand for marble and stone products

varies from domestic to foreign clients: Makers Mart

has supplied enormous amount of marble and

stonework for temples in India while foreign markets

primarily utilise stone and marble artefacts to beau-

tify gardens or fireplaces. The company recently sent

a eight metric diametre marble water fountain to

Italy. In fact, the demand for water fountains is from

Italy and Germany though many Western countries

prefer marble fireplaces and mantlepiece fixtures. In

the United Kingdom the favourite product in

demand is planters made out of sandstone.

Makers Mart also produces metal sheet products

for decorative purposes and on special demand it

manufactures customised products as shown here.

KKaammoodd TTaattiiyyaaMAKERS MART 19-A, M.I.A.Phase II, Basni,Jodhpur 342005Tel: +91-291-2747900/2748900Fax: +91-291-2721763E-mail: ktatiya@makersmarts.com

� Specialises in marble andstone work and also metalsheet carvings orimpressions.

“MARBLE AND

STONE

PRODUCTS ARE

BEAUTIFULLY

CARVED IN

JODHPUR AND

HAVE BEEN

TRADITIONAL

STRENGTH

OF OUR

CRAFTSMEN”

Marvellous work with marble

Jodhpur’s delicate work on show: (aboveright and below) lamps in latticed holdersand exquisite metal cutwork in a canteen-shaped lamp.

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Naveen Bhoot started in a

small way as a vendor to

major handicrafts

exporters before venturing

out on his own. The prod-

ucts that Manav Creations

manufactures are typical household utility items,

wooden as well as metal and wooden products

embellished with metal strips. These products have

been received in the overseas markets.

The wooden products have a lot of carvings in

which Rajasthan's craftsmen excel. The metal

embellishments too, have designed impressions

that match carvings on wood. The products

designed for gifts are also similarly treated to

enhance their aesthetic appeal.

These products are marketed in Spain, parts of

France, Middle East and South Africa though

there are subtle differences in design treatment of

products sold in various countries.

Manav Creations has started manufacturing

typical Indian carved furniture. It has observed

that carved furniture, with Indian motifs, have

an universal appeal and does not require

major changes in design or style from market to

market.

NNaavveeeenn BBhhoooottMANAV CREATIONS2, Heavy Industrial AreaJodhpur 342003Tel: +91-291-2745477Fax: +91-291-2638460E-mail: manavjdp@sify.com

� Manufacturer ofhousehold utility items and gifts.

“THERE IS

IMMENSE

POTENTIAL FOR

RAJASTHAN’SHANDICRAFTS

IN THE

DOMESTIC

MARKET TOO”

Wonderful fusion of wood and metal

(Top left) Carved wooden almirah; (top right) pujacabinet; (above) simply designed dining table andchairs; (left) colouful chair with jute sitting; and(extreme left) marvelous example of creativity: awell crafted showpiece.

54 January 2010

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Mansi Art Export, since its

inception, concentrates only

on steel and wrought iron

products in order to main-

tain quality. The company

believes in making full use

of its core competence. Also, they believe that one

could be as creative with iron sheets and rods as with

wood and other metals.

The products are used mostly for decorative pur-

poses, be it wall hangings or displays on mantelpiece

and side tables. The utility products are in equal

demand mostly for kitchen and sometimes for keep-

ing gardening tools as well. The wrought iron furni-

ture it manufactures is mostly for outdoor use

though they are not averse to making indoor furni-

ture. Powder-coating or burn finish is popular

amongst buyers rather than painted look.

Mansi Art Export prefers to create its own

design but welcomes any suggestions or changes in

designs from buyers. It helps both ways, believes its

veterans. The company's market is the United States

of America and the volumes exported are large and

are able to achieve economies of scale.

HHaarriisshh PPaannwwaarrMANSI ART EXPORT332, Milkman ColonyMain Pal RoadJodhpur 342003Ph: +91-291-2771126Fax: +91-291-2772226

� Specialises in decorativeand utility products,including furniture, usingiron sheets and rods.

“THE STEEL AND

WROUGHT IRON

PRODUCTS,MANUFACTURED

IN JODHPUR,MAY NOT HOG

THE LIMELIGHT,BUT ARE

ACCEPTED AND

APPRECIATED

UNIVERSALLY

FOR THEIR

QUALITY”

Carving a niche through self-created designs

Designs, both playful and utilitarian, arecrafted with care using iron and steel rods.

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The company has been manu-

fac turing handcrafted furni-

ture for over a decade. It is

labour-intensive work and can-

not be replaced by machines. It

can only be carried out by per-

sons with an eye for perfection, and not to forget

steady hands while carving.

Marwar Art Exports, however, is not averse to

making contemporary style furniture but depends

on volumes to be economical. There is good accept-

ance of its products in the United States of America,

Europe and New Zealand and the company is also

exploring newer markets.

Prithvi Raj Singh clarifies that the term furni-

ture does not end with beds and tables but encom-

passes a range of accessories from side tables, chairs,

sideboards, book cabinets, liquor cabinets, wine

racks, and a host of other items that complements

the décor of a bedroom or a dining or a living room.

The furniture created by Marwar Art Exports is

never painted. Instead, to highlight natural grains in

wood, the pieces are polished or given a lacquer fin-

ish to enhance the gloss.

PPrriitthhvvii RRaajj SSiinngghhMARWAR ART EXPORTS26, Heavy Industrial AreaJodhpur 342003Ph: +91-292-2742157Fax: +91-291-2746157E-mail: mae@datainfosys.net

� Specialises inhandcrafted furniture alonein which artistry is clearlyvisible

“HANDCRAFTED

FURNITURE HAS

MADE JODHPUR

FAMOUS IN THE

PAST AND EVEN

NOW

CONNOISSEURS

OPT FOR IT”

Carved furniture for connoisseurs

Not only beds and tables but a host ofchest of drawers amd more.

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Priyesh Bhandari has a large collec-

tion of antiques and since these

antiques are just one or at the

most two pieces, MCB Exports

manufactures identical products.

While some of these are in great

demand in Gulf countries, Jordan and Turkey, there

are buyers from Spain and Portugal too.

The unit also manufactures steel and wrought

iron furniture. In the past too, Jodhpur was popular

for such types of furniture. The reasons are simple:

quality and workmanship. It is difficult to find intri-

cately carved or designed mouldings abroad and that

is the reason why MCB Exports’ designs are hits in

Italy, Germany and Japan as well as a few other

European countries. Gazebos in different sizes —

according to the demands of the buyers — are

manufactured by Priyesh Bhandari.

PPrriiyyeesshh BBhhaannddaarriiMCB EXPORTSE-124, M.I.A.Phase II, Basni,Jodhpur 342005Tel: +91-291-2742676/2746676Fax: +91-291-2742676E-mail: mcbexports@sify.com

� Specialises in antiquereproductions as well ashandcrafted furniture.

“OLD STYLE

THEMES IN

FURNITURE AND

ACCESSORIES

ARE COMING

INTO FASHION.WE ARE

CATERING TO

THAT SEGMENT”

Fashionable products with old age touch

(From bottom left to top right) A decorative wood-en magazine and newspaper holder; a lacqueredphoto or painting frame studded with mirrors; and,a chest of drawers for jewellery covered withembossed metal sheets.

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58 January 2010

Meubles Inde is a wooden

furniture manufacturing

company making colonial

furniture as well as tradi-

tional Indian antique fur-

niture with a difference.

The company mainly manufactures wooden hand-

icrafts furniture items and its manufacturing unit

is well-equipped with advanced machinery and a

skilled team of craftworkers.

Meubles Inde is a Jodhpur-based exporter of

high-quality handcrafted wooden furniture from

India and are known for their creativity. All its

styles are favoured in the international markets

and the company has professionally displayed a

rich variety of more than 1200 styles, which are

handcrafted by authentic artisans.

Established in 2003, Meubles Inde is a

renowned exporter of colonial furniture as well as

traditional Indian handcrafted wooden furniture,

specialising in knock-down furniture. Its product

range includes handcrafted furniture, painted

wooden furniture, colonial furniture, gift items,

antique reproductions, wooden dining sets and

many other appealing items for home decor. Their

export clientele includes buyers in Europe, US,

UK, Australia, Latin America and parts of

Africa.

PPrraavveeeenn CC.. SSaannkkhhllaaMEUBLES INDEJodhpur (Rajasthan)IndiaMobile : +91-98290 23 505Fax: +91-291-27 44 816Web: www.meublesinde.comMail: info@meublesinde.com

� Specialises inmanufacturing woodenhandicrafts and furniture.

Creating world-class furniture

A wide range of furniture from Meubles Inde

“MEUBLES INDE

HAS

PROFESSIONALLY

DISPLAYED A RICH

VARIETY OF MORE

THAN 1200STYLES, WHICH

ARE HANDCRAFTED

BY AUTHENTIC

CRAFTSPERSONS”

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The company manufac-

tures both handicraft

products and furniture,

though its emphasis

remains more on furni-

ture. The German-based

designer provides design inputs to the company

which in turn ensures production of quality designs

for the European countries. The company is not

averse to suggestions or modifications from buyers.

New Light Art Exports are fastidious about qual-

ity since inception and particular about informing

buyers that cost cutting is not possible at the cost of

compromising on the quality. The buyers then come

to terms with the company's views. Quality means

cost and buyers now agree that high quality and low

cost is a combination that just does not work. The

company's main market is Europe, though it exports

to Australia and the United States of America as

well, but the volume is lesser than the European

market.

The company do manufacture handicrafts, not on

a routine basis but on specific demand. Again the

products are high-end be it display or utility items.

MMoohhaann SSiinngghhBBhhaattiiNEW LIGHT ARTEXPORTSG 445-459, EPIPBoranadaJodhpur 342021Ph: +91-291-6451001/002/003Fax: +91-2931281745E-mail: newlight@sify.com

� Specialises in furniturebearing classic designs andrecycling of old furniture.

A range of quality antique furniture

“FURNITURE

INDUSTRY IN

JODHPUR IS

TRANSFORMING

FROM MASS TO

QUALITY

PRODUCTS AND

QUALITY ALONE

WILL SUSTAIN IN

FUTURE”

Simplicity with quality: A range of furniturethat are made with the promise of merit.

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The company believes in using

minimal natural resources and

reduce the environmental

impact caused by it. It thus

uses only reclaimed wood in

the manufacturing of its fur-

niture. Its entire production is exported and foreign

buyers insist on reclaimed wood furniture only.

Original Art Galleries insists that it saves

wood by buying from those who demolish old

buildings or houses and putting it into good use,

which otherwise would have been used as fire-

wood. The old wood needs no seasoning as it has

aged and undergone seasoning through the years

of its use in old buildings. Moreover working

on old wood is easier than working on freshly cut

wood.

The old wood is toxic-free since it is not sub-

ject to artificial seasoning. Western buyers are

aware of this aspect and are now insisting on

reclaimed wood furniture. Also, its grains are

beautiful and simple toxic-free polish further

enhances its appeal. Even making ethnic designs

on old wood is easier, ensuring minimal wastage.

RRaakkeesshh MMeehhttaaORIGINAL ARTGALLERIESManohar ViharKudi VillageJodhpurPh: +91-291-5131308Fax: +91-291-2721717E-mail: originalart3@hotmail.com

� Specialises inmanufacturing furniture withreclaimed wood only.

Reusing old wood to create beautiful artefacts

“AS HUMAN

GREED PAVES

WAY FOR

DESTRUCTION OF

FORESTS, IT IS

ESSENTIAL TO

UNDERSTAND THE

IMPACT OF SUCH

ACTIONS ON THE

ENVIRONMENT”

A selection of garden benches and tableswith carved iron and wooden legs.

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Pooja International's forte is

reproduction of antique

range of furniture and even

new furniture is given that

treatment. There is demand

for such furniture; admitted-

ly it cannot be manufactured in large volumes. While

carrying out exports fulfilling its orders the compa-

ny also supplies to local exporters. The reason, the

company maintains is that everyone is not proficient

enough to undertake this kind of work. There is a

market in the Gulf countries and Europe, a small

volume in South Africa and the United States of

America.

It is easier to refurbish old products, such as doors

and windows, reclaimed from houses that are demol-

ished for newer construction. This old wood, sea-

soned naturally over the years, needs very little

attention other than good polish. These can be used

in combination with several products such as shut-

ters for wardrobes or sideboards. In fact, some of

these refurbished large doors are in demand from

high-end hotels or interior decoration of villas and

farmhouses of the well-heeled.

GGhhaannsshhyyaamm SSaarraaffPOOJA INTERNATIONALE-216, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur 342005Ph: +91-291-2747981Fax: +91-291-2747981E-mail: pinter@sancharnet.in

� Specialises in antiquereproductions, new furnituredesigned in antiques styleand recycling of oldfurniture.

A range of antique furniture

“REPRODUCTION

OF ANTIQUES IS A

SPECIALISED JOB

AND JODHPUR

HAS THE

WHEREWITHAL TO

WORK ON THE

SAME”

(Top) A wooden chest with exquisitedesign; (alongside, clockwise from extremeright) a multidrawer almirah, a tiny struc-ture of the earlier one, and, an innovativedesign of chair and table.

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The skills acquired in

wooden carvings are sim-

ply transferred onto met-

al designing as well. It is,

indeed, a labour intensive

work. The products man-

ufactured range from display to utility items, mostly

for use in kitchen along with a few for garden out-

doors also. The finish is given accordingly, depending

upon whether the product is to be made weather-

proof or rustproof.

The designs, of course, change every season, but

not its utility value. We are always open to sugges-

tions provided by the buyers when the demand is

huge. Currently, we are also exploring the African,

Asian and Australasian markets and if demand / vol-

ume of business is high, we will definitely market

our products in those markets.BBhheeeemmaa RRaammJJaannggiidd POPULAR HANDICRAFTSB-182, Pal ShilpgramJodhpurPh: +91-291-2744362Fax: +91-291-2742060E-mail: popular3@sify.com

� Specialises in sheetmetal and iron products.

Exploring pastures for metal products

“IN RECENT

TIMES, JODHPUR

HAS BECOME THE

HUB FOR METAL

PRODUCTS AS THE

RAW MATERIALS

USED ARE EASILY

AVAILABLE”

(Top) A marble lily pool with a decorativefountain; (below left) a wooden chest withinlaid traditional floral motifs; and (right) ahandcrafted door with ethnic trappings.

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Four decades into manufactur-

ing handicrafts, Prakash

Handicrafts has now diversi-

fied into furniture. There is a

special appeal for Indian

handicrafts in the world and

its popularity is growing. The company manufac-

tures certain products on specific demands from the

buyers.

It manufactures wooden and steel furniture,

again aimed at Western markets. Bedroom furniture,

for example, is complimented by accessories that

match the main product. Likewise even its steel fur-

niture has similar products complimenting one

another. The steel furniture, in fact, has a Colonial

touch. Though its products are well-accepted in the

western parts of European Union, Saudi Arabia is

its biggest market.

Thus far, Prakash Handicrafts has not partici-

pated in any international exhibition but plans to do

so from this year. Meanwhile, the company plans to

set up a large retail outlet and believes its location is

its main strength. Its products should be accessible

to domestic buyers too, believes Prakash Chandra

Modi.

PPrraakkaasshh CChhaannddrraaMMooddii PRAKASH HANDICRAFTSPVT. LTD.E-4, Main RoadPhase II, BasniJodhpur 342005Ph: +91-291-2740461/2746815Fax: +91-291-2746816E-mail:enquiry@prakashhandicrafts.com

� Specialises in traditionaland ethnic designs topromote country's richheritage and culture

“JODHPUR IS

THE HUB FOR

HANDICRAFTS

AND IDEALLY

SUITED TO

PROMOTE

DIFFERENT FOLK

ARTS OF THE

COUNTRY”

A four decade old tradition of creation

(Top, clockwise from left) Wood and metalwork creations with innovative ideas and style.

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Prince Art Exporter manufactures

a wide range of products from

furniture to gift items and every-

thing in between. In manufactur-

ing furniture, of course, the

exporter’s speciality is carving

that gives an antique look. The products have a wide

appeal in the countries of the Middle East as well as

Spain and a few Scandinavian countries. In fact,

South Africa, Turkey and even Sri Lanka have

shown considerable interest in such types of furni-

ture. The designs preferred by buyers in these coun-

tries differ so a lot of customisation as buyer’s

demands have to be undertaken. Other accessories

like side tables, chairs, centre tables are also cus-

tomised.

The manufacturer also recycles wood, mostly

taken out of old villas or big, old houses and

redesigns to make furniture. There is also demand

for large doors and door frames that have an antique

look. These are mostly used by hotels to provide a

royal touch to their interiors.

The company’s design team creates fascinating

objects from waste wood, which are primarily deco-

rative or for gifting.

MMaahhaavveeeerr JJaaiinnPRINCE ART EXPORTERF-288/289, M.I.A. Phase II, Basni,Jodhpur 342005Tel: +91-291-2747217/2741528/2744075Fax: +91-291-2742408E-mail: princeart@sify.com

� Specialists in handcraftedmetal and wooden productsfor tabletops and gift items.

“OUR

CRAFTSPERSONS

HAVE TRULY

NIMBLE FINGERS

IN CREATING

MINUTE AND

INTRICATE

FIGURES IN

WOOD AND ALSO

ON METAL

SHEETS.”

Carvings of antiquity

Fascinating art: (Top) A dec-orative metal candlestand;(above) delicately carvedmarble candlestands; and(below) handcrafted woodenducks

64 January 2010

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It all started with textiles, and

then moved on to furniture. Priti

International uses raw material

which can be recycled. In its

endeavour and efforts to propa-

gate environmental concerns, it

takes part in fairs and exhibitions as often as possi-

ble to send the strong message:environment comes

first and our greed last. Their message seems to be

sinking in and now they have a slew of clients

demanding only durables and utility products manu-

factured from recycled materials. Even the wood

used for making furniture comes from broken ships

and boats.

The husband-wife duo designs products and new

designs emerge every quarter, i.e. before taking part

in fairs and exhibitions. It surely needs imagination

to make utility and home furnishing products from

grain sacks or discarded textiles without compromis-

ing on the quality. As a result, at each fair or exhibi-

tion, the company introduces a fresh theme for

which buyers wait expectedly.

While the Western world is concerned about

environment and uses recycled material, the compa-

ny regrets that this thought has not yet percolated in

our own countrymen. No wonder then that Priti

International is 100 per cent export-oriented unit,

naturally.

PPrriittii LLoohhiiyyaaPRITI INTERNATIONALKhasra No: 20BoranadaJodhpur 342012Ph: +91-2931-281570Cell: +91-9314713307E-mail:hritesh@pritiinternational.com

� Specialises in rustic,country and industrialfurniture using recycled rawmaterial, normallyconsidered as waste.

Making the best creations out of waste

Products made from discarded material.

“IN OUR ACTIVITY

AND USE OF RAW

MATERIALS, WE

ALSO NEED TO

THINK OF THE

ENVIRONMENTAL

IMPACT IT WOULD

LEAVE”

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Rajasthan Arts & Crafts House was

one of the five companies in Jodh-

pur marketing handicraft items

four decades ago. At that time

handicraft items were not market-

ed in an organised format and this

helped Sunil Gupta to identify craftsmen around

Jodhpur and neighbouring districts. Today, that

search has revived traditional art forms.

The company was into antiques as well but sup-

plies dwindled with each passing year. It was then

that Sunil Gupta realised that reproduction of

antiques, true to style in every aspect, was equally

appreciated and sought after. Starting with small

items, the company has now moved on to manufac-

ture larger products like book shelves, kitchen

shelves, jewellery boxes and wardrobes with shutters

which have decorative inlay work, a speciality of the

area. The unit also produces large doors in crafted

wood or with inlay which has found popularity in

Germany, Spain, Portugal and a few Scandinavian

countries.

In the furniture segment, Rajasthan Arts &

Crafts House specialises is handcrafted products.

Though the demand for such products is limited,

they have become poplar with a niche segment of

consumers.

SSuunniill GGuuppttaaRAJASTHAN ARTS &

CRAFTS HOUSEE-94, M.I.A.Phase II, Basni,Jodhpur - 342005Tel: +91-291-2653922/2653943Fax: +91-291-2653927E-mail: rachj@sify.com

� Master in antiquereproductions. Alsomanufactures contemporaryand handcrafted furniture.

Revival of traditional art

“THERE IS

IMMENSE

POTENTIAL TO

TAKE JODHPUR'SFOLK ART

THROUGH

FURNITURE,ACCESSORIES AND

HANDICRAFTS TO

THE WORLD

OUTSIDE”

Jodhpur's traditional art used inboxes (top and above left) and inmulti-drawer chest (above right).

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Steel and wrought iron products

are our speciality. Furniture

made out of steel or wrought iron

is in great demand in countries

like Italy, Germany and Japan.

The reason, apart from quality, is

intricate craftsmanship.Jodhpur is always known for

wrought iron furniture. The furniture is not confined

to outdoors use only, we do for interiors too.

Royal Arts has been specialising in wrought iron

and steel furniture for a long time. Though these are

basically meant for outdoors, a few designs created

by G R Jain have made them fit for indoor use as

well. The wrought iron gazebos, for example, are

extremely popular in Italy, Germany, Spain, and a

few other European countries. Though these gazebos

are mostly set up in public parks, the rich and

famous also use them to embellish their vast, mani-

cured lawns.

The indoor furniture, manufactured by Royal, is

slightly different: their designs vary and they are

lighter in weight. In addition, Royal also makes

household utility items such as candlestands and

planters. It has been manufacturing certain items

the styles of which are from the Victorian era. These

lamps, for example, use electric bulbs instead of

wicks, but they are popular, thanks to their antique

looks. Royal's design team constantly looks for new

designs always keeping in mind the preferences of

buyers.

GG RR JJaaiinn ROYAL ARTSE-77, M.I.A.Phase II, Basni,Jodhpur 342005Tel: +91-291-2747557Fax: +91-291-2745756E-mail: royalarts@satyam.net.in

� Specialises in steel andwrought iron furniture.

“WROUGHT

IRON FURNITURE

AND GARDEN

ACCESSORIES

HAVE A GOOD

MARKET IN

EUROPE

BECAUSE OF THE

INTRICATE

DESIGNS THAT

WE CREATE IN

JODHPUR.”

Example of royal art

In tune with nature: (Top) A metal planter; (above) a decorative Victorian lamp and a herd of bisons created inblack metal on a wooden board reminds one of theAmerican northwest; and, (left) an anodized and ornatemetal candle stand.

JANUARY 2010 67

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Saraswati Art Palace is primarily

into furniture manufacturing:

both straight-line as well as

introducing subtle carvings or at

times with thin metal fittings.

The company's portfolio includes

beds, tables, chairs, wardrobes and side tables. The

markets are Belgium and Holland in Europe, South

Africa as well as United States of America.

Though the in-house design team prepares the

entire range of designs for each product, the compa-

ny does accept suggestions or modifications from

buyers. The type of wood used also depends on the

requirements of the buyers.

Utmost care is taken to ensure quality in pro-

duction and the entire range of glues and varnishes

or lacquer is non-toxic. At the moment, the compa-

ny takes part in exhibitions and fairs held at Greater

Noida and believe that participation in foreign fairs

would help in attracting more retailers.AAsshhookk LLoohhiiyyaaSARASWATI ART PALACE

INTERNATIONAL LTD.E-340-341 Boranada Industrial AreaPhase III, RIICOJodhpur 342001Ph: +91-2931-281336-38Fax: +91-2931-281150

� Specialises in woodenfurniture with a touch ofengravings as per customersdemand.

“AS THE MAJOR

CENTRE FOR

HANDICRAFTS

AND FURNITURE

MANUFACTURING

JODHPUR HAS

ABUNDANCE OF

SKILLED

WORKFORCE”

Furniture according to customers’ demands

(Top, left and right) Furniture with simplicity; and (above, left and right) a con-temporary design of multidrawer cabinet.

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Savitri Art Exporters specialises in

manufacturing handicraft and gift

items made from iron and wood.

They are the manufacturer and

supplier of wooden handicrafts,

iron handicrafts and gift items,

such as wooden picture frames, serving trays, letter

holders, candle lantern, wood candle holder, wall

sconces, etc.

In business since 1998, Savitri Art Exporters is a

known name in the Jodhpur handicrafts industry.

They produce primarily for export and their target

market is Europe, Germany, Sweden, Norway and

the United States. They also manufacture and

export garden decorative items. Though the compa-

ny has its own design team, they are not averse to

suggestions from buyers on changes or modification

of designs. At the end, it is the quality that makes

all the difference.GGaauurraavv MMiittttaallSAVITRI ART EXPORTERSH-143-145, New Industrial AreaBehind New Power HouseJodhpur, RajasthanTel: 91-291-2740643Fax: 91-291-2747374E-mail: savitriart@dataone.in

� Specialises inmanufacturing gift items.

Here quality is paramount

A garden candle lamp manufactured by Savitri Art Exports

“WE ALSO

MANUFACTURE

AND EXPORT

GARDEN

DECORATIVE

ITEMS”

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The company’s forte is solid

wood furniture marketed exclu-

sively in the United States of

America. The entire process of

production, from seasoning to

the finished product, is done

under one roof. State-of-the-art machines are used to

manufacture the products which in turn assures

accuracy in measurement and, more importantly,

the quantum of wastage is minimal. The advantage

of using modern machines is that the final product is

perfect.

The final touch, of course, is done with paint,

varnish or lacquer. It requires less human effort in

bringing out the gloss. The company's clients prefer

clean, straight-line looks.

Sethia Handicrafts Pvt. Ltd. has also appointed

a German furniture designer to create designs exclu-

sively for its European market. They are confident

that the design changes will not be too different to

adopt. Also, by introducing these subtle changes, the

final product would not look like mass produced

products. The products aim to occupy a niche.

NNiirraajj SSeetthhiiaaSETHIA HANDICRAFTS

PVT. LTD.E-76, M.I.A.Phase I, BasniJodhpur 342004Ph: +91-291-2577112Fax: +91-291-2577193E-mail: niraj@sethiahandicrafts.com

� Specialises in solidwood, straight-line furniturefor the Western markets

“THE

ADVANTAGE OF

JODHPUR IS

THAT THE

WORKFORCE IS

QUITE ADEPT IN

USING MODERN

MACHINES AS

WELL AS

MAKING

HANDCRAFTED

FURNITURE, AKNOWN ART FOR

THEM”

Incorporating German designs

Straight line and classical tablesproduced by Sethia Handicrafts.

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VViinnoodd JJoohhaarriiSHEKHAWATI ARTEXPORTS65-B, Bank ColonyRai-ka-Bagh,Jodhpur - 342006Tel: +91-291-2510535/2510843Fax: +91-291-2511787E-mail: shekart@datainfosys.net

� Solid wood furniture isShekawati Art Exportsspeciality.

“THE CHANGING

TIMES HELP US

TO INNOVATE AND

THEREBY

IMPROVE QUALITY

THAT HAS A WIDE

APPEAL IN

WESTERN

COUNTRIES”

Innovation and quality ought to

be uppermost in manufacturing

artefacts. This is what has been

put into practice by Vinod

Johari and his Shekawati Art

Exports while manufacturing

furniture, handcrafted products or utility items. The

raw material that the company uses is qualitatively

upgraded each year. Manufacturing contemporary

furniture and accessories has been Shekawati Art

Exports’ forte.

The company’s traditional markets for furniture

have been the USA and European countries since

buyers from these countries opt for solid wood furni-

ture rather than veneers. Having established its

brand image in these two markets, Shekawati Art

Exports is planning to diversify to other markets in

Asia and Africa. Vinod Johari participates in exposi-

tions, both overseas and domestic. Reason: buyers

like to touch the furniture, feel its texture as mere

brochures or websites do not portray the quality of

furniture.

Furniture to touch and feel

Contemporary and functional furniture fromShekhawati Art Exports: Solid wood tables,chairs and cupboards have found popularity abroad.

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Shivam Exports concentrates on cabi-

nets, glass fitted or otherwise, with sev-

eral variations. As per them, it is better

to have limited portfolio and concen-

trate on the products to achieve quality

and economies of scale so that end-

users benefit.

They are extremely conscious of the environ-

mental issues and compliances. A sample test is con-

ducted on each batch, before exporting it, by an

independent verification agency for compliances

such as non-toxic and lead-free material being used.

This information is then enclosed with the product

packaging for the reference of the end-users. Even

the packaging material is tested for similar compli-

ances. Each package contains installation instruc-

tion along with the ‘do’s & don’ts’.

Orders for its products are received through a

product catalogue of the company and the products

are then shipped directly to the customers without

any involvement of the middlemen. The buyers are

benefited since the entire procedure is devoid of mid-

dlemen's mark up. This is the only company, per-

haps, which deals directly with the customers.

DDrr AAnniill LLoohhiiyyaaSHIVAM EXPORTSE-119, Boranada Industrial AreaPhase IIIJodhpurPh: +91-291-2756383Fax: +91-291-2759252E-mail: exportshivam@sify.com

� Specialises in glass fittedwooden cabinets, carvedcabinets and paintedcabinets.

“THE FURNITURE

MANUFACTURING

INFRASTRUCTURE

IN JODHPUR HAS

ADVANCED

CONSIDERABLY

AND MANY WORKS

CAN NOW BE

OUTSOURCED”

Direct dealing beneficial for the customers

Cabinets of all kind: (Clockwise from topleft) Cabinets with two drawers tomultidrawers.

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Starline Overseas manufactures

very unique artefacts using bone

and horn pieces and embossed

metal sheet cladding over furni-

ture. Though some would say it

was an old art form but credit

does go to them for reviving this art form and bring-

ing it to the notice of international audience. Manu-

facturing them is a painstaking process comprising

several hours and days of labour and is also quite

expensive.

Likewise, embossing metal sheets, mostly brass

and bronze, needs specially designed dies and since

no design is repeated a fresh set of dies is prepared

when the design changes. Starline Overseas are con-

fident that none of their designs could ever be copied

as it would require creating similar dies that costs a

lot.

Their products are meant for niche markets and

for connoisseurs alone. The designs are never repeat-

ed so that the buyer knows there will not be another

object with similar design with other person. There

is a feeling exclusivity amongst buyers.

SSuunniittaa RRaakkeesshhMMeehhttaaSTARLINE OVERSEASH-131, New Jodhpur Industrial AreaJodhpur 342003Ph: +91-291-2745320/2512976Fax: +91-291-2512642E-mail: star_over@dataone.in

� Specialises in horn andbone artefacts for high-endusers

“JODHPUR WAS

ONCE FAMOUS

FOR BONE AND

HORN

HANDICRAFT

ITEMS AND IT IS

NOW BEING

REVIVED AGAIN”

Starline Overseas, a symbol of exclusivity

Sense of exclusivity: (Top, right) Woodenshowpiece; (left) beautifully made multi-drawer chest; (above, left) an oval-shapedbox with designer wooden cap; (right)embollished jewellery box; (alongside) aninnovative design of tray.

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Suncity Art Exporter has

been manufacturing wood-

en furniture and gift arti-

cles for the past ten years.

Keenly aware of environ-

mental degradation, the

company utilises old wood often recycling it to pro-

duce furniture as well as gift articles.

Keeping in mind the globe consciousness about

the harmful effects of environmental degradation,

Suncity Art Exporter’s products have found a ready

market in those countries interested in furniture and

gift items from recycled wood.

Some buyers from European countries insist on

furniture from recycled wood.

Old wood has a natural seasoning and working

with them is quite simple. Carvings on old wood

have a truly special effect. Suncity Art Exporter

reproduces old, traditional Rajasthani designs in

carvings that have a special appeal in Gulf countries.

These designs have a royal touch.

As for the Western markets, there are many buy-

ers who look for carved accessories to decorate their

mansions.

JJ PP JJaaiinnSUNCITY ART EXPORTER5, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur(Rajasthan)Ph.: +91-291-2510005Fax: +91-291-2728634E-mail: jp@suncityart.com

� Specialises in ethnicfurniture from recycledwood. Eco-friendly furniture and gift articles“WE ARE

EXTREMELY

CONSCIOUS OF

ECOLOGICAL

DEGRADATION OF

THE

ENVIRONMENT

BECAUSE OF

FELLING OF

TREES. THAT IS

THE REASON WE

RECYCLE OLD

WOOD”

(Top, left and right) A decorative woodenchest and a wooden case with miniaturepaintings; (above) a carved elephant; and,(below, left and right) a decorative ethnicseat and a wooden trinket box with metalembellishments.

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Sunil Sharma gained experience

by being a vendor for major

exporting houses for two decades

before starting his own unit.

That experience has provided

him the insight to instil quality

in his manufacturing process.

Sushil Udyog has acquired the latest machiner-

ies including a seasoning plant. With adequate

training, the staff produce world-class products.

The focus, since the beginning, has been on the

quality of products, even if the range is limited.

Today, Sushil Udyog has been able to identify and

create the products that are mostly used in the

West: beds, tables, bedside accessories, wine racks

and outdoor furniture.

Jodhpur’s artisans are adept at making table-

tops from waste or recycled wood. Such products

are fancied in Western countries. One of the popu-

lar products that Sushil Udyog sends out is the

wine rack.

SSuunniill SShhaarrmmaaSUSHIL UDYOGF 66-67, M.I.A.Phase I, Basni,Jodhpur - 342005Tel: +91-291-2742748Fax: +91-291-2745375E-mail: sushiludyog@sunilkularia.com

� Creates new designs infurniture using metal.

“JODHPUR’SFAME TODAY

IS DUE TO

FURNITURE

AND MORE DUE

TO SOLID

WOODEN

CREATIONS”

High quality home furnishing

(Top) A designer wine rack;(above) a wooden centre tableand a small decorative anduseful stool.

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Carving on stone and marble is an

ancient tradition in the country.

Here Rajasthan gains an edge as it is

home to good quality marble and

naturally skilled artisans who have

achieved proficiency through cen-

turies of work.

The company started work on aluminium casting

and gradually shifted its energies to sheet metal and

later on to stone and marble. Though its main produc-

tion centre is close to marble mines, the entire coordi-

nation is done at Jodhpur. No product is too small or

too big in company's view. It has manufactured eight

metre-wide circular water fountain for an Italian client

alongside several small marble statues, both for indoor

and outdoor use.

The major market for marble products is Europe,

Italy being the largest importer while the United King-

dom clients prefer red stone products. Gazebos on

stone pillars are another favourite product for export.

KKaaiillaasshh RRaajj TTaattiiyyaaTATIYA INDUSTRIESE-4 A, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur 342005Ph: +91-291-2741087Fax: +91-291-2721763E-mail: ktatiya@rediffmail.com

� Specialises in stone,marble, aluminium castingand sheet metal products.

Stone and marble carvings come back

“THOUGH STONE

AND MARBLE

WORK IS CARRIED

IN MANY PARTS

OF RAJASTHAN,THE CENTRE OF

GRAVITY IS

SLOWLY SHIFTING

TO JODHPUR”

(Top) Marvellous marble fountain;(above) a picture perfect artistry madewith marble in a park.

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Thar Handicrafts’ main prod-

ucts are manufactured from

wood and metal, mainly iron.

The artisans are excellent in

creating fascinating, intri-

cately carved products and

have, in a way, revived traditional manufacturing

techniques. Most of these products have a good mar-

ket in Western countries.

Thar’s in-house design team keep experimenting

with designs — always keeping in mind what appeals

to Western buyers. Since most of the Asian countries

have a strong handicrafts’ presence in the interna-

tional markets, the products created by Thar are

innovative to withstand the competition. Perhaps,

what is most important is that designs are not

repeated year after year. The manufacturing tech-

nique is traditional and even the paints — vegetable

paints —that are used are those that have been used

over years.

The producer’s traditional foreign markets are

Australia, European countries and the USA, but

Thar Handicrafts is keen on expanding its presence

in other countries as well since there is a lot of scope

for Indian handcrafted products.

MMaanniisshh PPuurroohhiitt THAR HANDICRAFTSB-58/A, M.I.A. Phase II, Basni,Jodhpur 342005Tel: +91-291-2744409/2745244Fax: +91-291-2748973E-mail: tharhandicrafts@rediffmail.com

� Specialists in traditional,ethnic handcrafted gift itemsof wood and metal.

“RAJASTHAN IS

HOME FOR

BEAUTIFULLY

CRAFTED

TABLETOP AND

GIFT ITEMS. WE

SPECIALISE IN

PRODUCTS THAT

HAVE

UNIVERSAL

APPEAL”

Experimenting with iron

(Top and below) Birds of manyhues share space with royalfigurines in wood.

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Thar International, though a

late entrant in the business of

manufacturing wooden furni-

ture, holds no qualms in com-

peting with some of the estab-

lished players in this field. Its

products and style, both are aimed at the Western

markets.

Thar International’s speciality is straight-line

wooden furniture which provides it the freedom to

manufacture quality furniture. It has its own design

department that comes out with simple yet elegant

styles. However, sometimes buyers do suggest some

modifications in designs, which are well incorporated

by the company. The company, under strict supervi-

sion, has outsourced seasoning of wood for economi-

cal reasons.

There is place for everyone in this vast market and

Jodhpur's wooden furniture is widely accepted in the

Western markets for its designs, quality and compli-

ances. The company does take part in fairs and exhi-

bitions and that exposure gives it a fair idea of mar-

ket requirements since it plans almost six months in

advance.

HHaannssrraajj BBaahheettiiTHAR INTERNATIONALB-58/A, M.I.APhase II, BasniJodhpur 342005Ph: +91-291-2744409/2745244Fax: +91-291-2748973E-mail: tharinternational@rediffmail.com

� Specialises in straight-line, wooden furniture.

“JODHPUR

HAS GOOD

INFRASTRUCTURE

TO UNDERTAKE

MANUFACTURING

OF FURNITURE,ESPECIALLY

WOODEN ”

Elegant yet simple designs on wood

(Clockwise from top left) Simply oppulentand designer furniture fit in small as well asbig spaces.

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The company is concentrating

its energies to manufacture

gift items only. The products

are made of wood, metal and

glass or combination of all

these. Though the items of

utility are used daily, the decorative ones — be they

wall hangings or on-table displays — need to have a

lasting impression.

The Barun International conducted market

research to understand peoples’ preferences from

each country in Europe, rather than plunging

headlong, since the target markets were in

Europe. This helped the company to fine-tune the

products, the colours, sizes and kind of raw mate-

rial to be used.

Participating in international fairs and exhibi-

tions has helped Raju understand preferences and

the changes likely to happen the next season. The

company’s products are sold in France, Germany,

Spain, a few East European countries and South

Africa. The company is planning to enlarge and

consolidate its market share in countries where its

presence exists before looking at newer markets.

RRaajjuu THE BARUNINTERNATIONALF-716, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur-342005Ph: +91-291-2746928/5120812Fax: +91-291-274868E-mail: thebarun@sify.com

� There is no dearth ofdesign innovations inmanufacturing gift items beit for display or decorate andutility meant for daily use.

Only gifts - classy and useful

“THERE IS NO

DEARTH OF

DESIGN

INNOVATIONS IN

MANUFACTURING

GIFT ITEMS AND

THEREFORE,THERE SHOULD

NOT BE ANY

COMPROMISE

OVER QUALITY”

(Above) Handcrafted birds; (below) areplica of elephant; (alongside) astate-of-the-art showpiece.

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Traditional Handicrafts

Centre has been in the

handicraft business for

the past 32 years and

has done well to pro-

mote and popularise

Rajasthan's handicraft to the outside world. Some of

the items like engraved boxes are coming back into

vogue.

Similarly, large doors, with lots of engraving, fix-

tures and metal embellishments are sought after by

business houses, hotels, farm houses and villas to

enhance their interior décor. These fixtures provide

royal touches to the décor. The company also makes

accessories that complement these fixtures.

Rajasthan is known for its stone work as well as

good quality marble. The marble is used for making

several kinds of products but the most preferred are

water tanks and fountains. Mahendra Gupta designs

water tanks and fountains both for indoors and out-

doors. Again such products have found ready buyers

from corporate circles as well as individuals all of

who are based abroad.

80 January 2010

MMaahheennddrraa GGuuppttaaTRADITIONAL

HANDICRAFTS CENTRENear Circuit HouseUmaid Bhawan Palace RoadJodhpur 342006Tel: +91-291-2512641/2741441Fax: +91-291-510810E-mail:

� Specialises in woodenand marble products.

Best of Rajasthan for the world

“RAJASTHAN

ETHNIC DESIGNS

ARE SO

BEAUTIFUL THAT

THEY ARE TRULY

TIMELESS AND

THE WESTERN

COUNTRIES ARE

ENAMOURED BY

THESE DESIGNS.”

(Top) A marble lily pool with a decorativefountain; (below left) a wooden chest withinlaid traditional floral motifs; and (right) ahandcrafted door with ethnic trappings.

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Tribal Heritage Exports are

manufacturers and exporters of

wooden and iron furniture / gifts

and accessories. Based in Jodh-

pur (India) the furniture and

gift capital of Asia, they have

been in business since 2006. Though a relatively new

entrant, Tribal Heritage Exports have already

carved a niche for themselves in the industry.

The company has experience of working with

almost all the 'who's who' of the buyers from all

around the world. Their experience in manufactur-

ing wooden furniture and gifts is first hand. Almost

all the products manufactured by Tribal heritage

Exports are exported to its buyers in Europe and

Australia. Only a miniscule share of its produce is

distributed domestically. They also adjust and alter

the designs of their products as per the demand by

the buyers.

AAnnuuppaamm JJaaiinn //JJ..SS.. SSeennggaarr TRIBAL HERITAGEEXPORTS93, Abhaygarh Scheme, Opp K V No.1 AFS,Jodhpur - 342011Ph: 0091-9414133784E-mail: tribal.heritage@gmail.com

� Specialises inmanufacturing gift items.

“FROM PHOTO

FRAMES TO

CANDLE STANDS,TRIBAL

HERITAGE

EXPORTS ARE

ONE OF THE

LEADING GIFT

ITEM

MANUFACTURER

S IN JODHPUR”

A gift to cherish for life

(Top left and right) Beautifuly carved metallic showitems and (left) simple, elegant flower vase.

January 201081

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Village Antiques & Ethnic, as

the name suggests, started

with antiques collected from

villages in Rajasthan. As sup-

plies dwindled, Mahaveer

Jain moved on to manufac-

ture reproductions of antiques.

Quite a few years ago, the unit was manufacturing

furniture of every shape and size but it stopped doing

that and concentrated on a single kind of furniture.

Jodhpur, of course, is known for solid furniture and

even in this category there are several design concepts.

The unit decided to concentrate on straight line, solid

furniture for valid reasons. First, it is easier to adhere

to quality; second, it is good to achieve economies of

scale and, finally, it is much simpler to build volumes.

Earlier, Mahaveer Jain’s products had buyers in a

single destination: the USA. Now, however, the unit

has entered markets in South Africa, Gulf countries

and the Far East.

MMaahhaavveeeerr JJaaiinnVILLAGE ANTIQUES &

ETHNICE-368, M.I.A.Phase II, Basni,Jodhpur - 342005Tel: +91-291-2744321/2740674Fax: +91-291-2747746E-mail: vaemahaveer@sify.com

� Specialises in straightline, solid furniture.

Ethnic straight line furniture

“THERE IS

TENDENCY NOW

TO GO FOR

STRAIGHT

LINE FURNITURE

SINCE IT IS

EASIER TO

MAINTAIN.”

Different types of elegantlydesigned drawers, almirahsand chest.

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Young Entrepreneur manufac-

tures office furniture, products

for storing office stationery and

household items. These prod-

ucts are mostly made of wood

and recycled wood and even

waste wood.

The wooden creations for

keeping office stationery, such as pens, pencils or

pins, are extremely attractive and Western buyers

prefer such products. These are not machine-made

and require expert craftsmen working individually

on each item. That is why each item has a distinct

identity.

Wooden boxes in ethnic style, embellished with

metal pieces, for keeping small household articles

have a ready market in Gulf and African countries.

In Europe too, countries like Spain and Portugal,

have shown a tremendous interest in such products.

Sudhindra Dugar is of the view that furniture

with ethnic designs have a good market in Europe,

South Africa and Gulf countries. Today, buyers in

Sri Lanka, Jordan and Turkey have shown a keen

interest for such furniture.

SSuuddhhiinnddrraa DDuuggaarrYOUNG ENTREPRENEURG-209, M.I.A.Phase II, BasniJodhpur 342005Tel: +91-291-2740450Fax: +91-291-2740450E-mail: sales@youngexports.com

� Follows ethnic style inmanufacturing wooden andmetal products for offices.

“THERE IS

IMMENSE

POTENTIAL IN

USING

RAJASTHANI

ETHNIC DESIGNS.

THE RANGE IS

TRULY

INEXHAUSTIBLE.”

Making office and home comfortable

(Clockwise from left) A contemporarycandle/incense holder in wood andbrass; a set of highly polished set ofchests; a chest of drawers with metalwork; a wine rack made from metalwires; and, a chest of drawers with metalstuds shaped like a portmanteau.

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AMIR ZAVERI

The strength of Jodhpur's handicrafts lies in their creativity andnovelty. That is entirely due to the expertise of the artisans and their generations-old skills. Our expertise in wood craft, iron craft,paper art, dyeing, printing, finishing, etc. offers immense variety tochoose from.

ANIL KOTHARI

Manufacturers/exporters at Jodhpur keep on reconstructingtheir business, keeping in touch with international standardsand competitiveness. Incidentally, they have started doingthings with better processes. The result is that the finishedproducts are more competitive in the international market.

PRINCE MALIK

For IFAS, the organisers have been working on the lines ofAmerica's renowned High Point market to give buyers, India'sown High Point. Our prime motive will be to showcase prod-ucts as per the prevalent international trends and with highcredibility. More than 300 exporters and over 1,000 artisanshave been working to make a unique presentation at the fair.

ARSHAD HUSSAIN

I urge all exhibitors to highlight the maximum usability/multi-utility of their products using a creative or a themed approach.For instance, do up a garden corner for garden furniture, or usea part of the stall to create a make-believe setting for variouskinds of furniture and accessories.

ARVIND VADHERA

Our strength lies in our exclusivity and exporters in Jodhpurmake use of their rich potential in skills, raw material andmanufacturing processes to give their buyers cost-effectiveattractive products. They keep themselves abreast with inter-national trends and fine-tune their lines to suit diverserequirements. Some of our crafts are not available anywhereelse in the world.

RAMJI SUNEJA

IFAS will open doors for the manufacturers/exporters/artisansof Jodhpur to the world. They will gain from the interactionwith buyers from abroad. EPCH deserves be commended forthis first-ever initiative to bring buyers to the doorsteps of themanufacturers. We hope everyone concerned will be able toavail the maximum benefit from IFAS.

DILEEP BAID

We are expecting good buyer traffic at the IFAS and hopethat the forum grows in stature in future. I would like to con-vey to the buyers that they will find things they see at show-rooms abroad.

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WHAT CAPTAINS OF TRADE SAY...

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DINESH KUMAR

IFAS will prove extremely beneficial to many exporters basedin Jodhpur because they will be able to showcase a much widerrange. Additionally, buyers can visit our showrooms and evenfactories to see our production processes. When we participatein other fairs, we are able to show only part of our range.

K L KATYAL

This fair is going to be the first international b2b event for thecity of Jodhpur. Last year, 27,000 containers of handicraftswere exported from Jodhpur alone. The fair will surely beinstrumental in enhancing the prospects of the industry here. Iam thankful to the organisers for choosing this city as the venue.

K L RAMESH

Jodhpur is the hub of traditional craftsmanship. Age-old skillswhen thoughtfully blended with modern forms result in uniqueproducts that always find takers. This is our basic belief thathelps us bring out interesting lines for our buyers.

NIRMAL BHANDARI

Jodhpur is an important nucleus for handicrafts. The organisa-tion of a fair in this city offers a unique opportunity to smalland medium enterprises to showcase their products to aninternational audience, without having to travel overseas.

LEKHRAJ MAHESHWARI

For exhibitors, this fair offers a rare platform for suitable prod-uct visibility. I also urge the participants to work in a directionthat will benefit them as well as artisans at the grassroots' level.Manufacturers in Jodhpur make products from abundantlyavailable natural raw material.

RAJESH KUMAR JAIN

I warmly welcome the entire world to Jodhpur. Come and seethe vast repertoire of our exporters/exhibitors. Take out time tovisit the manufacturing units to check up on their credibility.Only then will Jodhpur's craftspersons get the rightful honourthat they deserve.

RAVI KHANNA

Buyers can see our industry's potential as they will visit themanufacturing hub itself. We are ready to assist them to knowevery detail they desire — the working of our machinery, theparticulars of the patterns and material used services of profes-sional designers, etc.

SHEIKH FAIZAN AHMED

This trade fair will help establishing Jodhpur as furniture andhandicrafts hub of India. It would give us opportunity toexhibit the entire range of art and craft. In addition, it will helpus knowing the requirements of international buyers.

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86 January 2010

From Kashmir to

Kanyakumari, each

city in India plays

host to a unique form

of craftsmanship. Be

it paintings on cloth, on paper, on wall or carv-

ings on wood or marble, Indian handicrafts

has it all. One such hub that houses some

exquisite wooden handicrafts is Jodhpur.

Jodhpur is one of the oldest stronghold

craft pockets popular for creating wood and

wooden handicrafts. The industry has an

inherent skill, potential and techniques that

often results in some splendid masterpieces.

Handicrafts produced in Jodhpur are exported

to different parts of the world, mainly Europe

and USA. It has been estimated that the

handicrafts export from Jodhpur is more than

Rs 1,000 crore. The city is often frequented by

foreigners in search for some exclusive artwork

or many a times they get an art piece created

as per their specifications.

Leading in production of wooden handi-

crafts, a sad fact remains that even in the pre-

vailing modern era of technology; manufac-

turing of many handicrafts in Jodhpur is done

manually. Due to use of old techniques, quali-

ty and fast production cannot be ensured.

There are more than 1,000 units in Jodhpur,

which are manufacturing the handicraft items,

but most of it is being done by the manual

Skilled manpower,craftsmanship passeddown from generationsand dedication toconstruct the exquisitehas made Indianhandicrafts standapart from the rest.And working hard toensure continuousupliftment of ourhandicrafts are theCommon FacilityCentres (CFC) set upby EPCH.

CFC now inJodhpur

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process, which not only makes the entire exer-

cise quite tedious but is also very time consum-

ing.

It is sad to note that despite the vast

potential that exists in this craft pocket,

exports are not increasing at a faster pace.

Analysed on the basis of a study conducted, it

was stated that the reasons for slow growth of

exports is lack of technological up-gradation

due to which some products become inferior in

price and incompetent as compared to the

wooden handicrafts from Indonesia, Thailand,

China etc.

Exports of wooden handicrafts from

India contribute majorly to the economy of

the country - more than 32 per cent. However,

there still lies immense potential in the world

market for the Indian wooden handicrafts,

especially the antique furniture of Jodhpur,

which is most preferred among the overseas

buyers.

Since modern machinery and technology

is kept at bay, due to various constrains of

quality, such as cutting, joining, planning and

moulding, wooden handicrafts from Jodhpur

are often technologically inferior in compari-

son to the handicrafts of other countries such

as China, Indonesia, Thailand, etc. The Indian

handicrafts industry lacks technical expertise

and institutional support required in the

wooden handicraft sector as the latest plant,

machinery, equipment and accessories

required for production of handicrafts is nei-

ther demonstrated nor available.

Realising this shortcoming of Indian

handicrafts industry and with an objective to

address these issues while providing complete

technological facelift to the Jodhpur Wooden

Handicrafts Industry, EPCH, with the assis-

tance of Ministry of Commerce and Industry,

Government of India and O/o Development

Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Tex-

tiles, Government of India, has set up a Com-

mon Facility Centre in Jodhpur.

In its endeavour to set up a Common

Facility Centre in Jodhpur, a financial propos-

al was submitted by EPCH and subsequent

presentation were made before the Empow-

ered Committee which approved the setting up

of the Common Facility Centre. As part of

this initiative, a land measuring 1,492 sq mt

was procured by EPCH at Plot No. SPL-1,

Basni Indl Area, Phase-I, Jodhpur. Up next, a

building has been constructed for setting up of

the centre and the procurement of machines

has also been completed. The machines that

will be used in the Common Facility Centre in

Jodhpur have been imported from Spain, Ger-

many, Italy, Taiwan etc. The Centre has already

started imparting common facility services to

the exporters from Jodhpur.

The Common Facility Centre in Jodhpur

has been planned along the lines of a similar

centre in Saharanpur, which too was set up by

the EPCH. Saharanpur, which is often

referred to as the ‘wood city of India’ is today

a known name in the world handicrafts mar-

ket, thanks to EPCH, who envisaged an ambi-

tious plan of setting up of Common Facility

Centre with the latest technology in Saharan-

pur and has only looked forward since then.

The Pilot Project comprises setting up of pho-

to and picture framing technology (photo

frame is 4th largest selling product category in

any of the stores world over). Based on the

feedback a complete Technology Up-Grada-

tion Centre was set up with the advance tech-

nology and machinery.

The major machineries deployed in the

Commom Facility Centre includes Pressure

Cutting Machine, Outer Shaper, Inner Shaper,

Joinery for Frames, Four Side Planner, nock

down furniture machine etc. ��

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Home to world

famous baggy horse-

riding trousers —

the blue city —

Jodhpur is the sec-

ond largest city in

Rajasthan. Amidst the sand dunes and thorny

vegetation of Thar Desert, the ‘Sun City’ has

traditional colourful lifestyle, festivity and

affable people that make visiting the city an

unforgettable experience.

Situated in the fringe of the Thar Desert,

Jodhpur was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha, a

chief of Rajput clan known as Rathores. The

old city is still surrounded by a ten km long

wall, built about a century after Jodhpur was

founded.

This imperial city echoes with tales of

antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. The

graceful palaces, forts and temples strewn

throughout are the glimpse of historic

grandeur of this city. Adding a romantic aura

to Jodhpur, are its exquisite handicrafts, folk

dance and music and the brightly attired

people. Scene of walking women here and

there in lovely and multihued ghagra-choli and

men in colourful turbans gives an illusion as

there is an year round celebration of colour

and chroma.

Located on the foothill of a sandstone

hillock, the city of Jodhpur seems like an oasis

in the vast desert. There are host of tourist

attractions in Jodhpur, enchanting the

tourists. These tourist spots stand as a living

proof of the splendour, traditions and culture

of the Jodhpur. The glorious past of Jodhpur

is personified through the various forts,

palaces and monuments.

The most magnificent fort in Jodhpur,

Mehrangarh Fort, is one of the largest forts in

Rajasthan. There are seven gates that have to

be crossed to reach the fort. A number of

attractions to see are within the fort like

palaces, galleries, a museum and temples. To

the left of the Mehrangarh Fort complex is

the Jaswant Thada of Jodhpur — an example

of architectural brilliance. It is a white marble

memorial, built out of intricately carved

sheets of marble.

One of the fascinating palaces of Jodhpur

is the Umaid Bhavan palace. Maharaja Umaid

Singh constructed it in 20th century. A part of

the palace has now been converted into a her-

itage hotel and a museum. Use of special type

of sandstone — Chittar sandstone, gives it a

special appearance. Umaid Bhavan palace of

Jodhpur is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic

architecture. There is also the Throne Room

with its exquisite Ramayana murals, a library,

a private museum, an indoor swimming pool,

a Billiards Room, tennis courts and unique

marble squash courts.

Not only, rocky forts and palaces are

spread in the city but colourful parks and

azure lakes also beguile the visitors. There are

quite a few beautiful gardens for the purpose

of sightseeing, like Mandore Garden and

Umed Garden. The rocky terrain and the

cenotaphs of Jodhpur rulers make these gar-

dens attractive. In Mandore Garden there is

the hall of heroes which is dedicated to vari-

ous deities and Rajput folk heroes. The stat-

ues of the deities and heroes we are carved out

of rock and painted in bright colours. Umed

Garden has lush green lawns with beautiful

roses and other seasoned flowers. The garden

is known for the mesmerising nature's beauty

in which it exists.

The tranquillity of the water leads mind

to the calmness and if you are in Jodhpur, you

have so much to get a sense of composure and

serenity after spending some time near Bal-

sammand Lake, Kaylana Lake and Sardar

Samand Lake.These lakes are a virtual treat

to the eye. Near Balsammand Lake stands the

Balsammand Palace, an artistic eight-pillared

palace with three entrance gates. All around

the lake are lush green gardens. An artificial

cascading waterfall brings water from the

reservoir to the gardens. This lake offers a

breathtaking view of the sunset. At that time

the sky looks like a canvas splashed with spec-

tacular colors. Kaylana Lake is the perfect

place to relax. Also known by the name of

Pratap Sagar, the area around this lake was

once full of wild bears. The scenery of this

lake is fascinating. Sardar Samand Lake

attracts countless varieties of migratory birds;

so if you are a bird watcher, this is the place

to roam. Also enchanted by its placid waters

are tourists who come to enjoy peace and soli-

tude of the place.

The Jodhpur museums in Rajasthan,

India are reminiscent of the history of Jodh-

pur, especially the royalty of the past. Also,

displayed in the museums, are the samples of

the art and craft of the region and some other

exquisite collections. Government Museum,

Umaid Bhavan Palace Museum and Mehran-

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garh Fort Museum are the museums which

show the grand past of Jodhpur.

There are a number of places to see

around Jodhpur. These places have also their

own history of glory. Mandore, Guda Bishnoi

Village, Ossian Jodhpur, Jaswant Sagar Dam,

Pali City Jodhpur, Nimaj, Nagaur City, Sojat

City, Machia Safari Park Jodhpur are

the sights worth visiting during a tour of

Jodhpur.

Glimpse of colourful life is clearly seen in

fares and festivals here. The festivals express

the rich culture and traditions of Jodhpur.

Marwar festival, Nagaur fair and Jodhpur

international Desert Kite festival are most

talked about and popular festivals in Jodhpur.

Nagaur Fair is almost the second biggest fair

in India. These festivals serve as a platform to

perform local customs that have been there

since times immemorial.

After roaming in Jodhpur, shopping and

dining in the city are other exciting and

rewarding experience for the visitors. It is the

home to skilled craftsmen, textile dyers, metal

engravers and die-makers. If you are on a trip

to Jodhpur, don't forget to buy the famous

jodhpuri suits. It gives a royal identity to the

dressing. Jodhpur is regarded as one of the

most famous hub for wholesale export opera-

tions in India and attracts significant number

of European and North American dealers.

Antiques, bandhini clothes, durries and car-

pets and world famous jodhpuri wood craft

are the items must buy. Sojati Gate, Station

Road, Tripolia Bazaar, Mochi Bazaar, Nai

Sarak, Clock Tower are the main places to

shop here.

When it comes to hunger and savour,

Jodhpur has lots to offer in cuisines right from

Indian to Chinese to Continental to Mughlai.

One should not forget to try the famous

kachouri (a snack eaten with chutney),

laddoos, which simply melt in the mouth and a

glass of buttermilk or lassi. A number of Indi-

an delicacies have also originated in Jodhpur.

Makhaniya lassi, mava kachori, pyaaz kachori,

hot and spicy mirchi-bada and panchkuta are

the names of some of them. Jodhpur is also

famous for its sweets.

Some of the popular sweets of Jodhpur

are — mave ki kachori, besan ki chaaki,

maakhan vade etc.

After traversing Jodhpur, an experience

remains somewhere down memory lane and

leaves with strange happiness that perhaps

comes from the colourful life of courteous

environment of the city.

Jodhpur WeatherJodhpur climate is of an extreme type, with

the variations in temperature range being very

high. Weather in Jodhpur, Rajasthan is dry

and hot, a typical desert weather. The best

season to visit the city is between October and

March, when the climatic conditions are the

best.

How to Reach JodhpurBy Air: The Jodhpur Airport is five km from

the city centre. Regular flight services con-

nect the city with other major cities in and

around Rajasthan. There are daily flights to

Delhi, Mumbai, Udaipur and Jaipur.

By Train: Jodhpur is well connected by rail-

route. Trains to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and

Kolkata are easily available. The 'Palace on

Wheels' also visits the city of royal splen-

dour.

By Road: Another convenient mode of trans-

portation to Jodhpur is by road. The main

highway between Jodhpur and Jaisalmer is

via Agoli and Pokaran. The highway is well

connected with Agra, Ahmedabad, Ajmer,

Delhi, Jaipur, Jaisalmer and Udaipur by bus.

AccommodationThe problem of places to stay in Jodhpur can

be easily tackled. There are a number of

Hotels in Jodhpur. Accommodation in Jodh-

pur is available to suit tourists of every budg-

et. Low budget accommodation is also easily

available in Jodhpur.

Following are some of the popular Jodhpur

Hotels:

� Hotel Karni Bhawan

� Hotel Ajit Bhawan

� Ghoomar Hotel

� Umaid Bhawan Palace

� Ratanada Polo Palace

� Taj Hari Mahal Jodhpur

� Rajputana Palace

� Raj Basera

Getting AroundMeans of transport include:

� Tourist Cabs (Taxis) — on a minimum dis-

tance/hour per day basis.

� Mini buses — public transport is available

� Car Rental — there are many car rental

companies available which provide fre-

quent services.

� The narrow lanes of the inner walled city

of Jodhpur can also be explored by bicycle

or motorcycle/scooter.

� Auto Rickshaws

� Tongas — horse driven carriages. ��

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90 January 2010

The battle cry piercing

the stillness, clanging of

swords, soldiers making

frenetic attempts to

climb the battlements,

thud of cannon balls

and sounds of hooves of galloping horses —

that was Rajasthan of yore. There was splen-

dour, opulent living, magnificent palaces, large

forts and fierce battles. If you think there was

blood and gore only, think again. The rulers

were also patrons of art — unique Rajasthani

culture and cuisine were flourished under

them.

The palaces were embellished, elaborate

stucco work and frescoes adorned the walls,

waterfalls or fountains kept the courtyards

cool in native ingenuity, ubiquitous sheesh

mahal, or large room adorned with mirrors,

held prime spot in most of the palaces and

least of all were exquisitely-crafted jewellery

that the rulers displayed.

The history of Rajasthan is replete with

valour, a few inescapable internecine wars,

and a lot of individual heroic deeds. The forts,

palaces and monuments are past and on this

past the foundation of present tourism has

been laid. Today, Rajasthan is

a hot and haute destination in the world

of tourism.

First-time visitors have one question:

Where to start in this land of splendour and

awe? Is it “golden triangle” circuit or a

Jaipur-Ajmer-Pushkar circuit? To be frank,

every corner of Rajasthan is a start point. It

is often said that every sand dune in the Thar

Desert has history written all over it; so have

the forts and palaces.

A tour of Rajasthan does not start, or

end, with Jaipur, Jodhpur or Udaipur. What

about Kota, Bundi, Jhalawar, Jhalrapattan or

Shekhawati region that has a collection gigan-

tic painted mansions, now popular as

Shekhawati art!

Jaipur, the Pink City, is sine qua non on a

Rajathan tour. Till the beginning of the 18th

Century, the royals lived inside Amber fort

and subjects scattered around in hamlets. It

was Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II who decided

GloriousRajasthan!

A sneak peek into thecornucopia of colours,culture, crafts andmuch more.

There is so much to see and do in Rajasthanthat a tourist would be at his wit’s end to findout where to begin. There are forts with tons ofhistory, havelis with exquisite paintings, birdsanctuaries, culture and cuisine.

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January 2010 91

to create a new habitat and was built under

the supervision of a young

architect Vidyadhar Bhattacharya and com-

pleted by 1727. This city planned on grid pat-

tern stands in stark contrast to the present

haphazard growth, in all directions, that is

called Jaipur.

Within the hustle-bustle of the Pink City

are several palaces, the stone observatory Jan-

tar Mantar and picture postcard perfect Hawa

Mahal — the palace of wind, a five-storey

building having a façade of semi-octagonal

and delicately carved honeycomb windows.

Hawa Mahal was built for the women of the

royal household to watch, without being seen,

the life on the streets below or royal proces-

sions.

From the bazaar one can see the hillocks

to the north on which are perched massive

forts of Nahargarh and Amber (pronounced

Amer). The Kachchwaha dynasty that ruled

this region for almost a millennium, uninter-

rupted, migrated from central India or present

day Madhya Pradesh. Down the centuries as

the dynasty grew it splintered, as it naturally

happens, and the princes set various, but

smaller, kingdoms or principalities but

remained vassals to Jaipur’s Maharaja.

A short trip takes you to Amber fort,

located on a hill, a little lower than Nahargarh

fort. There are three ways of going up to the

fort: by foot, vehicle or ride an

elephant. The latter is a favourite mode for

foreign tourists, perhaps to experience the roy-

al mode of travel before experiencing the royal

way of living within the ramparts. There is

undoubtedly plenty to see.

History buffs have plenty to savour within

the fort as well as in other forts that dot the

Rajasthan landscape. There is, however,

another kind of history one can go through in

the Shekhawati region, north of Jaipur. It is

not about the mustachioed kings on their

horses but business kings. Their names ring a

bell: Birla, Goenka, Jhunjhunwala, Kajaria,

Poddar, Saraf and many more have their ori-

gins in this sand-swept region. They have not

left any forts but massive havelis, or mansions,

decorated by frescoes within and outside. In

short, the havelis could best be described as

open air art galleries.

Start haveli-gazing from Sikar, about 115

km from Jaipur on NH 11, but be armed with

a good map and preferably with a guide.

Though the owners of many of these havelis

left generations ago in pursuit of lucrative

businesses, a number of these mansions are

still intact and the frescoes on the outer walls

have not faded. One guide proudly remarked

that these were painted with vegetable pig-

ments and followed with a tongue in cheek

remark, before British Raj came up with syn-

thetic paints!

Art connoisseurs would be delighted to see

the gradual transformation of traditional

themes of gods, heroes, epics and legends to

contemporary trains and cars, figures of

sahibs and memsahibs holding parasols with

dogs on leash. It is an indicator that as

decades passed by, interaction and association

with the British, the themes changed with the

changing times.

Look around: these massive mansions and

the frescoes flourished despite inhospitable,

semi-arid surroundings. If you travel in north-

ern and western Rajasthan to a more formida-

ble desert region it would amaze you. In fact,

a kingdom flourished in the midst of the

desert: Jaisalmer.

This magnificent fort comes into view till

one is at the foot of the hillock on which it is

perched. One is awed by this towering pres-

ence and as a traveller exclaimed, “Jaisalmer

is a place that should exist only in the imagi-

nation…The vision of Jaisalmer’s massive fort

thrusting heavenwards out of the barren land-

scape is unforgettable, and the magic doesn’t

diminish as you approach its walls and

bastions.”

This is a living fort unlike many others

that have become monuments in the true

sense. Present residents inside the fort claim

descent from forebears who arrived here in the

12th or 13th Centuries after the fort was com-

pleted in 1156 A.D. The wealth of rulers came

from the toll collected from camel caravans

carrying merchandise that crisscrossed the

Thar desert.

Opulent palaces and havelis are a manifes-

tation of that wealth. Old palaces are within

the fort while havelis are located in the old

township. Do not miss Nathmalji ki haveli,

Patwon ki haveli and Salim Singh ki haveli. It

will not be an exaggeration to describe them

as symphonies in stone. Intricate carvings and

exquisite filigreed work all over are indeed

breathtaking.

Both for adventure seekers and laid-back

leisure travellers a few kilometres beyond

Jaisalmer, Sam is the destination point. An

hour’s drive to Sam, one would be staring at

the Sahara-like desert. The villagers of Sam

have suddenly realised the power of tourism

and many have turned into professional safari

cameleers. Even a half-a-day safari into the

vast, open, monochrome sand dunes is an

evocative way to sample the desert ambience.

Heard of beautiful queen Padmini of

Chittaurgarh? If the looks of Helen of Troy

could launch a thousand ships, then Padmini

attracted thousands of horse-borne soldiers.

Allauddin Khilji of the Delhi Sultanate was

infatuated by her beauty and when he could

not succeed in his desire to have Padmini as

his consort, he reacted by sacking the fort. In

the end Khilji and his army had to make a

long trek back to Delhi in utter dejection.

Chittaurgarh is one of the largest forts in

Rajasthan. In fact, inside the fort one can

drive through to visit many monuments.

Though some of the palaces within the fort

are in a dilapidated condition, the other mon-

uments are still in good shape. Do climb Vijay

Stambh, a 37m tall and nine storeys high tow-

er that offers a splendid view of the fort as

well as the town below.

Forts, forts and more forts! Is there any

thing to see beyond forts? Plenty. Visit the

world famous and now a World Heritage site

called Keoldeo Ghana National Park or

Pushkar, famously known for camel and

cattle fair.

Once a sleepy pilgrimage village with a

rare Brahma temple and the pious visiting it

during Karthik Poornima, it has blossomed

into an international destination during this

period. It is not so much the religious senti-

ments that bring in tourists but the camel fair

and the fanfare associated with it. Apart from

camel or camel cart rides, tourists truly expe-

rience and enjoy rustic ambience.

Siberian cranes, a rare and vanishing

species, make a long haul all the way to

Bharatpur’s bird sanctuary, Keoldeo Ghana

National Park. Winter is the season. There is

an artificial water body created to attract

ducks so that sahibs of the Raj era could

indulge in duck shoots. That intention aside,

today it has become unwittingly a World Her-

itage site!

While in Bharatpur a visit to Lohagarh,

or iron fort, is a rewarding experience, though

it does not match the grandeur of the other

forts of Rajasthan. Forts were protective ram-

parts that rulers had in turbulent times in the

past. There is plenty art to be seen within

these forts. The culture and cuisine evolves

through centuries and Rajasthan has plenty

to experience. A visit to Rajasthan is never

mundane and always exhilarating. ��

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ART CENTREB-14 OPP K.N. HALL,RAI KA BAGH JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMRS.INDU BALA BOHRAT: 91-291-6940382, 2742002, F: 91-291-2746350@: noble@noble.wsProducts: EPNS WARE, GLASSWARE,HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS, WOODCARVINGS

ART CREATIONSANAND NIKETAN, SHIV NAGAR, MAHAMANDIR, JODHPUR-342010, RAJASTHANMR. ASHISH KALHHAWAHAT: 91-291-2546878, F: 91-291-2543130@: artcreationsindia@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

ART WORLD INC.PLOT NO.10 ROAD NO.11, M.I.A IIND PHASE,BASNI, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANSH.CHETAN PRAKASH KUMBHATT: 91-291-2747881, F: 91-291-2747882Products: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITURE-WOODEN,TEXTILE CRAFTS

ARTEFACT ART INDIA117 LAXMI NAGAR PAOTA,

JODHPUR-342010, RAJASTHANMR. RAHUL BHANDARIT: 91-291-2544999, F: 91-291-2550314@: artefact@satyam.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

ARTISAN ALLIANCE4A, INCOME TAX COLONY,PAOTA "C" ROAD, JODHPUR-342010, RAJASTHANMR. ARVIND SANKHLAT: 91-291-2747698, 2547701, F: 91-291-2543698@: artisan@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, INDIA ITEMS

ARTISANS ARTRATHI SADAN, BHAGAT SINGH MARG OUTSIDE NAGORI GATE, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR.MANOJ RATHIT: 91-291-2741603, F: 91-291-2741603@: artisansart@hotmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

ARTLINE OVERSEASC-3, SIR PRATAP COLONY,5-BATTI RATANADA, JODHPUR-342011, RAJASTHANMR. S.K.PARKAHT: 0291-2744320, 2745320, F: 0291-2512642@: artover@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

ARTRANS INTERNAIONALGRANTHLOK, 5A, BHAGAT KIKOTHI, 1ST FLOOR, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMS. SUSHMA SHARMAT: 91-291-2433323, 9414135512, F: 91-291-2512580@: artrans@satyam.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

ARTS & CRAFTS EXPORTS39, H.I.A., JODHPUR-342003,RAJASTHANMR. SUNIL SANCHETIT: 91-291-2741469, 2741129, F: 91-291-2741514@: info@artsexports.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

ARTS DESIGNSG-41, SHASTRI NAGAR, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. AMIT BHANDARIT: 91-291-2649607, F: 91-291-2649607@: god_7@sify.com, artsdesigns@dataone.inProducts: BRASSWARE, GLASSWARE, IRON

CRAFTS, TALWARE, WOODCRAFTS, TEXTILECRAFTS

ARUN ARTSH-357,MINI GROWTH CENTRE SANGARIA-IIPHASE JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR.PANKAJ SONI T: 91-291-2740418,9829028676 , F: 91-291-740418 @:arunarts@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

ARVIND EXPO CRAFTSF-707, BASNI ,PHASE-II, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. HANWANT KHATRIT: 91-291-2748683, 2740181, F: 91-291-2741677@: arvindex@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

ARVIND HANDICRAFTSNEAR ST. ANTHONY'S SCHOOL, PAOTA "A"ROAD, JODHPUR-342010, RAJASTHANMR.ARVIND JAINT: 91-291-2549882, 0982922182, F: 91-291-2546581@: arvindhandicrafts@hotmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

ARYAN CRAFTHIGH COURT COLONY, NEAR RESIDENCYHOTEL, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. NITESH PARAKHT: 91-0291-2740041, 2627342, F: 91-0291-2740041@: info@aryancrafts.comProducts: BRASSWARE, COPPERWARE,

GLASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS, POTTERY CRAFTS

ASHWINI INDUSTRIESF-708, M.I.A., BASNI, IIND PHASE, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. HANWANT KHATRIT: 91-0291-2740181,274863, F: 91-0291-2741677@: arvindex@sify.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

ASIA PACIFIC EXPORTF-607/608, G 627/628, EPIP ZONE BORANDAINDL. AREA, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMRS. ALOKE SETHIAT: 91-2931-281228, F: 91-2931-281227

@: asiapac@satyam.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS, INDIA ITEMS

AZTEC SHIVA HANDICRAFTS & ARTS PVT. LTDPLOT NO. 589-595, EPIP, BORANADA INDUSTRIALAREA, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. RISHI RAJ SINGH HARAT: 91-291-5131736, 5132941, F: 91-291-2654878@: aztecshiva@satyam.net.inProducts: LEATHER ACESSORIES, WOODCRAFTS

B & B ART HANDICRAFTSPLOT NO.39-A, RAI KA BAGH, BANK COLONY, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. BANSI LALT: 91-0291-2511693/3113988, F: 91-0291-2511693@: bbart@satyam.net.inProducts: BRASSWARE, GIFTWARE, IRONCRAFTS, METALWARE,WOODCRAFTS,FURNITURE DECORATIVE

BABA RAMDEV ARTICLES"UPKAR" A-9, SARASWATI NAGAR, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMS. RASHMI BHANSALIT: 91-291-2634363, 9414219082, F: 91-291-2744653@: kkbhansali@satyam.net.inProducts: STONEWARES

BANSAL ART EXPORTS1099/740/1, M.I.A, BASNI 2ND PHASE, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. VISHWANATH BANSALT: 91-291-2741120, 2748320, F: 91-291-2745091@: bansalart@satyam.net.inProducts: ANTIQUE REPRODUCTIONS, BONEHANDICRAFTS, STONEWARES, WOOD RAFTS

BASANT175/A, CIRCUIT HOUSE ROAD, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. VINAY KUMAR JIANT: 91-291-2511782,2635760, F: 91-291-2512107@: mail@basant.infoProducts: BRASSWARE, COPPERWARE, IRONCRAFTS,STONEWARES, WOODCRAFTS

BHAGWANI EXPORTPLOT NO. 8-9, BHAGWAN MAHAVEER NAGAR,PAL VILLAGE, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. SARDARARAM SUTHART: 91-291-2742406, 2747104, F: 91-291-2747105@: bhagwani_art@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS

BHAGWATI CRAFTSF51A, MIA, 1ST PHASE, BASNI, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. BALKISHAN AGARWALT: 91-291-2721182, 3298244, F: 91-291-2723232@: sales@chandnicrafts.comProducts: FURNITURE-WOODEN

BHANDARI EXPORTSRAIKA BAGH, OLD POLICE LINE, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. NIRMAL BHANDARIT: 91-291-2511829, 251062, F: 91-291-2511674@: bhandari_exp@satyam.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

BHARAT ARTS AND CRAFTSMAAN BHAWAN, GHORA KA CHOWK, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. BHARAT DINESHT: 91-291-2740916,09829026444, F: 91-291-2740900@: bharatdinesh@yahoo.comProducts: METALWARE, WOODCRAFTS

BHATI & COMPANYE-526, M.I.A, PHASE-II, BASNI, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. JAGMOHAN SIGH BHATIT: 91-291-2748144,09829021570, F: 91-291-2438015@: info@bhati.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITURE-WOODEN

BHAVAL EXPORTS16B-III, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL AREAJODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMRS. PUSHPA CHHAJERT: 0291-2740697,09829225454, F: 0291-2742765@: bhavalexport@satyam.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

BHAVYA ART31-A KAMLA NEHRU NAGAR, JODHPUR-342009, RAJASTHANMS. PREETI JAINM: 91-9414129377 F: 91-291-2633226@: bhavyaarts@sify.com, info@bhavyaart.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,

WOODCRAFTS

BHAWANI ART HANDICRAFTS19-A, LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. SURESH KUMAR BHAWANIT: 91-291-2628391,09828390440, F: 91-291-2648858@: bhawanig@dataone.inProducts: BRASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

BHAWANI EMPORIUM19-C, LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. POONARAM BHAWANIT: 91-291-2628391,09828390440, F: 91-291-2648858@: bhawanig@dataone.inProducts: BONE HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

BHAWANI EXPORTS19-B, LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. VISHAN DAS BHAWANIT: 91-291-2628391, F: 91-291-2648858@: bhawanig@satyam.net.inProducts: BRASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTSBONAFIDE EXPORTS1030/740,NAKODA INDUSTRIAL ESTATE,KRISHNADHARAM , KANTE KE PASS,BASNI 2ND PHASE JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. BIRENDRA KUMAR BENGANIT: 91-291-3091313, F: 91-291-2745918@: bonex@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

BOTHRA IMPEXF-124/125, M.I.A. BASNI 2ND PHASE, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANNARESH BOTHRAT: 91-291-2742845,2746479, F: 91-291-2746435@: bothraint@sify.comProducts: MILLENNIUM PRODUCTS, PUPPETS,SILVERWARE

BOTHRA INTERNATIONALE-230, 6TH ROAD, MARUDHAR INDUSTRIAL AREA, BASNI 2ND PHASE, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. NARESH BOTHRA/MR. MANOJ BOTHRAT: 91-291-2742845, 2746479, F: 91-291-2746435@: info@bothrainternational.com,www.bothrainternational.comProducts: STONEWARES, WOODCRAFTS,TEXTILE CRAFTS

CASA AMBIENTE (INDIA)1-4,UDYOG NAGAR, 10TH ROAD,IINDPHASE,BASNI JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMS. USHA P. BHANDARIT: 91-291-2744111, 2742035, F: 91-291-2746111@: casaindia@rediffmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS, TEXTILECRAFTS

CAYTEX INDIAF-316-317 M.I.A PHASE-IIBASNI JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. CHHAGAN LAL KHATRIT: 91-291-2740020, 2746088, F: 91-0591-2742909@: cltjodhpur@satyam.net.in

CHANDNI CRAFTSC-11B, MIA,. 1ST PHASE,BASNI, JODHPUR-342002, RAJASTHANMR. GHANISHYAM AGARWALT: 91-291-2741182, 2721182, F: 91-291-2723132@: chandniind@sify.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

CHANDRA SHEKHAR EXPORTSB-29, D.N.HATHA, PAOTA, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. CHANDRA SHEKHAR PHOPHALIAT: 91-291-2577300, 9314032000, F: 91-291-2577500@: csexports@gmail.com,www.chandrashekharexports.comProducts: ALUMINIUM WARES, BRASSWARE,IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

CHIMA IMPEXB-2,33-34,HEAVY INDL. AREA, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. RAJ KAMAL PARAKHT: 91-291-6451535,2740575, F: 91-291-2740575@: rajkamal@chimaimpex.comProducts: WOODCRAFTS, WROUGHT IRON WARE

CLIMPEXB/29, D. N. HATHA PAOTA, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMS. LALITA JAINT: 91-291-2727000, 9314032000,

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F: 91-291-2577500@: climpex@live.in, www.climpexindia.comProducts: BRASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS, FURNITURE-WOODEN

CONCEPT CREATIONSA-7(A), INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, OPP UDYOGBHAWAN, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. ADITYA KOTHARIT: 91-291-2634924, 2634680, F: 91-291-2638691@: info@conceptcreations.inProducts: FURNITURE-METAL/IRON, FURNITURE-WOODEN

CONTEMPORARY FURNITURESPLOT NO.5-6,OPP:PANJI KA BERA PALROAD,NEAR ANCHHAPURNA BALAJI,JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. DINESH CHHAJERT: 91-0291-2766425, 9828031536, F: 91-291-2766425@: info@contemporaryfurnitures.co.inProducts: WOODCRAFTS

CONTEMPORARY FURNITURES PVT. LTD.5-6,OPP: PANJI KLA BERA NEARMANCHHHAPURNABALAJI PAL ROAD, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. DINESH CHHAJERT: 91-291-2766425,9828031536, F: 91-291-2766425@: info@contemporaryfurnitures.inProducts: WOODCRAFTS

CRAFT HUT139,LAXMI NAGAR, PAOTA 'B' ROAD JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR.MAHENDRA SINGH SINGHVIT: 91-291-2748599, F: 91-291-2748599@: crafthut@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

CRAFT INC.C- 83, SHASTRINAGAR, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMS. MANISHA S. MALAVIYAT: 91-291-2431107, 9820026147@: sanjay@craftinc.inProducts: ALUMINIUM WARES, IRON CRAFTS

CREATIVE POINTKATLA-KI-BARI, NEAR MEHTA MARKET, JODHPUR-342002, RAJASTHANMR. P. K. PARAKHT: 91-291-2438382, F: 91-291-2438382,2514813@: creativepointjodhpur@hotmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

CREST EXPORTS246, D.I.G. FIROZ KHAN COLONY, CHOPASNIJROAD SUTHLA, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. SUBHASH K. PUGALIAT: 91-291-2754320,2760246, F: 91-291-2754320@: crestexports@rediffmail.comProducts: GLASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

CROSS ADITYAK - NO. 1087/740, BASNI II ND PHASE, JODHPUR-344001, RAJASTHANMR. DINESH JHANWART: 91-291-2748175, F: 91-291-5120546@: cc123@ccexports.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

CROSS COUNTRYKHASRA NO. 1087/740, OPP. RAJESH MOTORS, BEHIND KRISHNA DHARAMKANTA, BASNI-IIPHASE, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. MANISH JHAWART: 91291-2748175, 2622266, F: 91-291-5120546@: cc123@sify.comProducts: WOODCRAFTS

CROSS COUNTRY INTERNATIONAL96, NEHRU PARK, JODHPUR-342002,RAJASTHANMS. LEELA DEVI JHANWART: 91-291-2748175, 2622266, F: 91-291-5120546@: cc123@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

CURIO CRAFTSC-55 M.I.A., IIND PHASE, BASNI JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. PRADEEP KUMBHATT: 91-291-2740835/2748165-67/9829, F: 91-291-2741884, @: curiojodhpur@sify.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, PAPIER MACHE,TERRACOTTA, WOODCRAFTS

CUTS N CURVES20/312, CHOPASNI HOUSING BOARD JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR.NARENDER KUMAWATT: 91-9314298652, F: 91-9352246360@: cutsncurves.india@gmail.comProducts: FURNITURE-WOODEN

D. K. ARTSBEHIND PARIHAR NAGAR, NEAR PREM SAGARBERA, GYATRI NAGAR, JODHPUR-342001MR. DINESH KUMART: 91-291-3292559, 2545071, F: 91-291-2745375@: dkarts_jdh@hotmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

DELIGHT ART EMPORIUMB-8, INDUSTRIAL ESTATE,JODHPUR-342003MR. MAHENDRA MEHTAT: 91-291-2640221,2614287, F: 91-291-2619256@: delightart@hotmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

DESERT ART EXPORTG-590, LAIN NO. 9, IIND PHASE, BASNI JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. SUNIL BHANDARIT: 91-291-2740857, F: 91-291-2640878@: desertart@datainfosys.netProducts: HANDICRAFTS

DESERT FURNITURE MARTA-1, RIICO INDL AREA, PAL,JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMS. MONIKA KUMARI KHANDELWALT: 91-291-3207600/09414109090, F: 91-2931-281776@: info@desertfurnituremart.comProducts: ACCESSORIES FOR CURTAINS,FURNISHING FABRICS

DHORA INTERNATIONAL HANDICRAFTS226, RAZDAN MANSION, JALORI GATE BARI, JODHPUR-342002, RAJASTHANMR. GHANSHYAM AGARWALT: 91-291-2644618, 2747981, F: 91-291-2747981@: handicrafts-dhora@yahoo.comProducts: GLASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS, TEXTILE CRAFTS

DUGAR EXPORTS57, GOLF COURSE, JODHPUR, RAJASTHANMR. P. K. DUGART: 91-291-2430450,9414130550, F: 91-291-2742450@: young@bsnl.in

DURGA HANDICRAFTSG-260, IIIRD PHASE, RIICO INDUSTRIAL AREA,BORANADA, JODHPUR, RAJASTHANMR. MOHAN LAL SUTHART: 91-291-2745723, 2744438@: kailash_baghmar@hotmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

ESQUISSE MARQUISE (INDIA) PVT. LTD.119, KANISHKA RESORIS, PAL VILLAGE, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. SANGRAM SINGH BHATIT: 91-291-2742907, 6450252,941419@: jeanmichelandoque@msn.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

EXCEL CRAFTSG-645, EXPORT PROMOTION INDUSTRIAL PARK,BORANADA, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. PAWAN B. SHAHT: 91-291-2787742,9414122806, F: 91-291-2787742@: excelcraft@rediffmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

FINE ART & EXPORTSE-1/2, M.I.A.,II PHASE BASNI,JODHPUR-312005, RAJASTHANMR SHREYANS DAGAT: 91-291-2742122,09829025431, F: 91-291-2746087@: shriyans@satyam.net.in, fineart@satyam.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

FORTUNE EXPORTS12,JWALA VIHAR, NEAR JEEVAN JYOTIHOSPITAL, CHAUPASNI ROAD, JODHPUR-342009,RAJASTHANMR. SIDHARTHA MEHTAT: 91-291-2745191, F: 91-291-2752489@: info@fortuneexports.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

FOUR SEASONS12, JWALA VIHAR, NEAR JEEVAN JYOTIHOSPITAL, HOPASNI ROAD, JODHPUR-342009, RAJASTHANMR. MANISH MEHTAT: 91-291-2745191, 2752489, F: 91-291-2758140@: info@fortuneexports.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

FURNITURE COMPANY112, ABHAYA GARH SCHEME, OPP. CENTRALSCHOOL, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. VINOD PUROHITT: 91-291-5133666,9829026677, F: 91-291-2748720@: vinod@artncraftsinc.com

Products: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITUREDECORATIVE

G. K. EXPORTSRAI KA BAGH, OLD POLICE LINE, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. NIRMAL BHANDARIT: 91-291-2637964,2748081, F: 91-291-2511674@: bhandari.jodhpur@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

GANESH ART EMPORIUMB1, B2,BACK SIDE BASEMENT KAMALAPARTMENT, NR.NATIONAL HANDLOOM CIRCUIT HOUSE JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMRS.KAMINI CHANDAKT: 91-291-2657989,2511310, F: 91-291-2657980@: arjunshah@satyam.net.inProducts: HOME FURNISHINGS, TEXTILE CRAFTS

GANESH HANDICRAFTS84-85 NAI SARAK, JODHPUR-342001,RAJASTHANMR.MAHAVEER CHAND ABANIT: 91-291-2624165, F: 91-291-2620550@: maheshabani@hotmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, STONEWARES, TEXTILECRAFTS

GANGA ARTS16-A, LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. MADAN LAL PUGALIAT: 91-291-2620375, 2931-281125, F: 91-291-2641262@: gangaarts@yahoo.comProducts: BRASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS, PAPIERMACHE, SILVERWARE, TERRACOTTA,WOODCRAFTS, TEXTILE CRAFTS

GORA EXPORTSMOHANPURA, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR ANIL ARORAT: 91-291-2513514,2741637, F: 91-291-2438514@: gora@datainfosys.netProducts: IRON CRAFTS, ALUMINIUM WARES

GULAB HANDICRAFTSE-94, II PHASE, M.I.A. BASNI, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. SUNIL GUPTAT: 91-291-2653922, 2653943, F: 91-291-2653927@: rachj@sify.com, www.rachindia.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

GURU INDUSTRIESE-28, IIND PHASE,M.I.A.BASNI, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. HARJIT SINGHT: 91-291-2741114,2745086, F: 91-291-2740623@: guruind@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

HANDMADE WORLDRAI KA AGH, BANK COLONY, OLD POLICE LINE,UMED BHAWAN PALACE ROAD,JODHPUR-342006MR. JAMSHED ALIT: 91-291-2653784, 9314719688, F: 91-291-2610283@: jamshed@handmadeworldindia.comProducts: GIFTWARE, HANDICRAFTS

HARE KRISHNA INDUSTRIESH-179 INDUSTRIAL AREA, MANDORE, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. HIRA CHAND JAINT: 91-291-2577625,9829016625, F: 91-291-2577773@: haredrishnaindustries@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

HARISH HANDICRAFTSOPP. UMAID BHAWA, PALACEROAD,'HANDICRAFT MARKET', JODHPUR,RAJASTHANMR. PRAKASH HASWANIT: 91-291-2510251,2511703, F: 91-291-2510271@: haswani@sancharnet.inProducts: BRASSWARE, COPPERWARE, IRONCRAFTS, PAPIER MACHE, WOODCRAFTS

HARSH EXPORTS21/5, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. HARSH VARDHAN SANCHETIT: 0291-2742175, F: 0291-2742175@: harshexports@yahoo.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

HASWANI ART EXPORTE-29, SECOND PHASE, BASNI, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR NARAYAN DAS HASWANIT: 91-291-2744114, 2746571, F: 91-291-2744114@: haswaniart@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

HASWANI ARTS2-B, BANK COLONY,RAI KA BAGH,

JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMS. KANTA HASWANI/ MR. HARISH HASWANIT: 91-291-2510251,2511703, F: 91-291-2510271@: haswani@sancharnet.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

HASWANI HANDICRAFTSOPP.UMAID BHAWAN, PALACEROAD,HANDICRAFTS MARKET, JODHPUR-342001MR. CHANDER KUMAR HASWANIT: 91-291-2511813, 2510251, F: 91-291-2510271@: haswani@datainfosys.netProducts: HANDICRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

HEMPUSHP ART EXPORTSSHIVDAN BHATI BHAWAN, NEAR BABY PARK,BAGAR CHOWK, JODHPUR-342002, RAJASTHANMR. KINESH GEHLOTT: 91-291-2543599, F: 91-291-2543130@: hpae@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITURE-METAL/IRON, FURNITURE-WOODEN

HERITAGEE-508 (A), M. I. A, BASNI, PHASE-II, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. SANDEEP SINGHVIT: 91-291-2748103,09829028103, F: 91-291-2748103@: mail@heritagecraftsworld.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

HERITAGE ART INDIA2 ASHAPURNA NAGAR, PAL ROAD JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMRS.PREETI SETHIAT: 91- 291-2766599, F: 91-2931-281227@: heritageartindia@rediffmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

HIRA HASTKALA UDYOGMATRA PITRA KIRPA26-H, PRATAP NAGAR, JODHPUR-342004, RAJASTHANMRS.HIRA DEVI SONIT: 91-291-2748834, 2616226, F: 91-291-2619152@: hhuraju@sify.comProducts: INDIA ITEMS

HISSARIA ART & CRAFT22/2, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. A. K. HISSARIAT: 91-291-2740075,2740270, F: 91-291-2740786@: info@hissaria.orgProducts: HANDICRAFTS, TERRACOTTA, WOODCRAFTS

HOME ATMOSPHEREE-637, MIA BASNI 2ND PHASE JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. RAKESH SANKHLAT: 91-291-2741158, F: 91-291-2741159@: export@home-atmosphere.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

HOME BY SHEKHAVATI65-A, BANK COLONY, RAI KA BAGH, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. SUBODH KUMAR JOHARIT: 91-291-2510843, 2510535, F: 91-291-2511787@: info@homebyshekhavati.comProducts: BRASSWARE, COPPERWARE, IRON CRAFTS, METALWARE, WOODCRAFTS, CARPET & RUGS, TEXTILE CRAFTS

HOME DECOR7, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL AREA,JODHPUR-342005,RAJASTHANMR. LALIT JAINT: 91-291-2748910, 9414129578, F: 91-291-2748919@: ambikatimber@satyam.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

HOME TRADING INTERNATIONAL32B,BHERU VILAS NEAR K.V.NO.1,AIR FORCE, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR.JAYANT VASWANIT: 91-291-2742600, F: 91-291-5104343@: infor@hometradinginternational.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

HOMEWORKG-641/642, EXPORT PROMOTION INDUSTRIALPARK, ORANADA, JODHPUR, RAJASTHANMR. DEEPAK B. SHAHT: 91-2931-281673,3290544, F: 91-291-5105636@: homeworkart@satyam.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

HOONER ARTOGRAPH18, DEV NAGAR, PAL LINK ROAD, JODHPUR-342008, RAJASTHANMR. NARENDERA PITTIT: 91-291-2756207, 2636245, F: 91-291-2622662@: hoonerart@gmail.comProducts: WOODCRAFTS

HUSSAIN EXPORTS14-A, HEAVY IND. AREA,ITI CIRCLE,

JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. MUKHTYAR AHMED CHISHTIT: 91-291-2742233, 2741988, F: 91-291-2746444@: hussaini786@satyam.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

HUSSAIN HANDICRAFTS14-A/1, HEAVY INDL. AREA, DAIRY ROAD, NEAR ITI CIRCLE, JODHPUR-342003MR. HAZI BASHIR AHMED CHISTIT: 91-291-2742233,2741988, F: 91-291-2746444@: hussaini786@satyam.net.inProducts: JEWELLERY-BONE, BRASSWARE,HORNCRAFTS

IMPERIAL ARTSF-547, MIA, IIND PHASE. BASNI JODHPUR-342010, RAJASTHANMR. JITENDRA BOHRAT: 91-291-2744704,5112089, F: 91-291-2742579@: imperialarts@datainfosys.netProducts: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITUREDECORATIVE

IMPRESSIONS44B, 10 E ROAD,SARDARPURAJODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMS.PREETI SINGHVIT: 91-291-2433973,9414146525, F: 91-291-2433973@: toimpressions@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

INDIAN ARTWARE33-34, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. SHARAD JAINT: 91-291-2748164, 2748168, F: 91-291-2741886@: mailbox@indianartware.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

INDIAN CRAFTSPLOT NO. 12, ROAD NO. 11 M.I.A. PHASE-IINDBASNI, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. ANIL JAINT: 91-291-2747880, F: 91-291-2742057,59@: mail@indcrafts.infoProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

INDO ART & SIGNP.NO.6 NEAR KRISHNA WEIGH BRIDGE, ROADNO. 6, BASNI, 2ND PHASE,JODHPUR-342005MR. S. N. MUNDRAT: 91-291-2746529, 9414131161@: snmundra@hotmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

INDO KRAFTS CORP35, DURGA VIHAR PAL LINK ROAD, JODHPUR-342008, RAJASTHANMS. USHA P. BHANDARIT: 91-291-2752700, 2744111, F: 91-291-2746111@: casaindia@rediffmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS, TEXTILE CRAFTS

INDUS CRAFTIQUE1, TANAWARA PHANTA, SALAWASROAD,SALAWAS, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMS. DIMPLE BISHNOIT: 91-291-2696132, 9829022729, F: 91-291-2432787@: pdecor@satyam.net.inProducts: IRON CRAFTS, MARBLE/ALABASTER &CRAFTED STONES, WOOD CARVINGS

INDUS TRADE1, TANAWARA FANTA, SALAWAS ROAD,SALAWAS, JODHPUR, RAJASTHANMR. PAT RAM BISHNOIT: 91-291-2696132, 9829022729, F: 91-291-2432787@: pdecor@satyam.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,LEATHER GOODS, WOODEN GIFTS, TEXTILERAFTS

INFINITI INDIAE-323, M.I.A. IIND PHASE BASNI, JODHPUR-302005, RAJASTHANMR. PANKAJ BAHETIT: 91-291-2740373, 9829035597, F: 91-291-2741588@: infiniti.india@gmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, TEXTILE CRAFTS

J. J. FORMARTG-573, ROAD NO-10, M.I.A, IIND PHASE, BASNI, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. SUBODH MISHRAT: 91-291-2747938, F: 91-291-2748791@: jj.formart@gmail.comProducts: LEATHER ACCESSORIES,BRASSWARE, GLASSWARE, WOODCRAFTS,FURNITURE-METAL/IRON

J. P. ARTSC-11-D, MIA BASNI IST PHASE, NEAR BASNIRAILWAY STATION, JODHPUR, RAJASTHANMR J.P. SHARMA/ MR. M.K. SHARMAT: 91-291-2571981,9829023881, F: 91-591-2438266

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J. P. T.117/3, P.W.D. COLONY, JODHPUR-342001MR. PRAVEEN SINGHT: 91-291-2432310, 2632687, F: 91-291-2615924@: daspan@hotmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

J.G. ART & CRAFTSSARDAR MARKET GHANTAGHAR (CLOCKTOWER) JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR.LAXMI CHAND SANCHETIT: 91-291-2636580,09414145962, F: 91-291-2655660@: shahjg@rediffmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, TEXTILE CRAFTS

JAGDAMBA ARTSNEAR ACHALNATH TEMPLE , KATLA BAZAR, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. JAI NARAYAN KANSARAT: 91-291-2627462, 2639343, F: 91-291-2627462@: jagdamba.arts.india@gmail.comProducts: BONE HANDICRAFTS, BRASSWARE,GIFTWARE, IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

JAHNAVI INTERNATIONALF-706, M. I. A., BASNI II-PHASE, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. ARVIND KHATRIT: 91-291-2740181, 2748683, F: 91-291-2741677@: arvindex@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

JAIN ART EXPORTS296, LAXMI NAGAR, PAOTA , JODHPUR-342010, RAJASTHANMR. DINESH LODHAT: 91-291-2110141,9314710335, F: 91-291-2110141@: jain_arts@sify.comProducts: FURNITURE-COLONIAL, FURNITURE-METAL/IRON, FURNITURE-WOODEN

JAISHREE EXPORTSA-293 SHASHTRI NAGAR,JODHPUR-342003MR. PUKH RAJ SHARMAT: 91-291-2785169, F: 91-291-27785169@: spukhraj@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

JAITEX EXPORTS PVT. LTD.E-633, M. I. A. 2ND PHASE,BASNI,ROAD NO.8, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. SUBODH MINNIT: 91-291-2740243,2742630, F: 91-291-2740241@: jaitexports@hotmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

JAMES ANDREW NEWTON ART EXPORTS (P)LTD.86, JAWAHAR COLONY, RATANADA, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. MANISH NEWTONT: 91-291-2670986,3290796 F: 91-291-2670997@: info@jamesandrewnewton.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

JANGID ART & CRAFTSC-60, MIA BASNI IIND PHASE, JODHPUR-342005MR. O. P. JANGIDT: 91-291-2740282, 9829023604, F: 91-291-2748155@: info@jangidart.com, www.jangidart.comProducts: BRASSWARE, HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS, SILVERWARE, WOODCRAFTS, TEXTILE CRAFTS

JANKEE HANDICRAFT EXPORTSJANKEE HOUSE, 5-614, HEAVY INDUSTRIALAREA, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. ANIL GARGT: 91-291-2740122, 9414135122, F: 91-291-2433422@: jankee_exports@yahoo.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, LEATHER GOODS, FURNITURE-WOODEN, TEXTILE CRAFTS

JINESHWAR EXPORTSG-8, HOUSING BOARD COLONY,BHAGAT KIKOTHI, JODHPUR, RAJASTHANMR. BASANT JAINT: 91-291-3110228,09314710228, F: 91-291-2546915@: basant.jain@indiatimes.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

JODHANA ART & CRAFTSC-108,SARASWATI NAGAR BASNI IST PHASE, JODHPUR-342011, RAJASTHANMR.GOPI LAL SUTHART: 91-2931-281803, F: 91-2931-281804@: jodhana11@rediffmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, LEATHER GOODS,WOODCRAFTS

JODHPUR CRAFTS P. LTD.628 RESIDENCY ROAD,OPP. RAWANKA

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JODHPUR CREATIONSF706 M.I.A., BASNI PHASE-II, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. HEMLATA KHATRIT: 0291-2740181, 2741677, F: 0291-2741677@: arvindex@wilnetonline.netProducts: HANDICRAFTS

JOHARI HANDICRAFTS P. LTD.2ND FLOOR, CITI PLAZA, OPP. MEDICALCOLLEGE, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. PRASHANT AGARWALT: 91-291-2649658,9784009000, F: 91-291-2434770@: johari2@sancharnet.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS, INDIA ITEMS

JOHARI IMPEXCITY PLAZA, 2ND FLOOR, NEAR MEDICALCOLLEGE,SHASTRI NAGAR, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. PAWAN AGARWALT: 91-0291-2649658, 2620401, F: 91-0291-2434770@: johari2@sancharnet.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

K. B. ARTS & CRAFTSA-253, SHASTRI NAGAR, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR.KUNJ BIHARI AGARWALT: 91-291-2741949,9828033041, F: 91-291-2433731@: kbartsncrafts@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

KABRA KRAFTSE-4, SHASTRI NAGAR,OPP. S.B.B.J., JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. RAJESH KABRAT: 91-291-2745720, 2746720, F: 91-291-2745920@: rajeshkabra@rediffmail.comProducts: GLASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

KALANI CREATIONSPLOT NO.-1, ROAD NO.6, M.I.A. II PHASE, BASNI, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. RAJENDRA KALANIT: 91-291-2745330, F: 91-291-2748973@: kcexpo@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

KHEM CHAND HANDICRAFTS137, NEW PALI ROAD,NEAR BHAGAT KI KOTHI,RAILWAY STATION, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. KHEM CHANDT: 91-0291-2746061, F: 91-0291-2748959@: kchandicraft@rediffmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, INDIA ITEMS

KOHINOOR ART & CRAFTSA-43(A), M.I.A.BASNI-II PHASE, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. YASHJEET PRAKASH SHARMAT: 91-291-2742273, 9828031088, F: 91-291-2741360@: yash_jeet@sify.com

KRAFT CREATIONSF-243, MIA, BASNI IIND PHASE, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. RAVINDRA SINGHVIT: 91-291-2742440,09314135700, F: 91-291-2742676@: kraftcreations@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, INDIA ITEMS

KRISHANA INTERNATIONAL EXIME-220, M. I. A, BASNI, PHASE-II, ROAD NO.6, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMRS. MADHU DEVI BISHNOIT: 91-291-5120989, 9829023333, F: 91-291-5120976@: ashok@krishnasgroup.comProducts: BRASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS,SILVERWARE, WOODCRAFTS

KRISHNABEHIND LAL JI HANDICRAFTS, HANDI CRAFTS MARKET, JODHPUR-342006MR. SITA RAM JANGIDT: 91-291-2511184,2263418, F: 91-291-2513045@: krishna_s@sify.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

KUMBHAT EXPORTS3, KAMAL APPARTMENT,UMEDBHAWAN PALACEROAD, JODHPUR-342006,RAJASTHANMR. PANNA LAL KUMBHATT: 91-291-2511701,09829022805,F: 91-291-2511549@: pkumbhat@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

KWAL-PRO EXPORTS12, KAMAL APARTMENT,CIRCUIT HOUSE ROAD, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. SUBHASH KUMAR PUGALIA

T: 0291-2510813, 2541600, F: 0291-2511780@: kwalproexports@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

LALJI HANDICRAFTSOPP UMAID BHAWAN, PALACE ROAD, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. RAM PRAKASH SINGHALT: 91-291-2510887, 2511378, F: 91-291-2511378@: office@laljihandicrafts.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, INDIA ITEMS

LARIYA ART PALACE PVT. LTD.PAL-CHOPASNI RING ROAD, CHOPASNI, JODHPUR-342009, RAJASTHANMR. RAJENDRA MEHTAT: 91-291-3093151, 2753428, F: 91-291-2755740@: lariya@lariyaart.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

LATIYAL HANDICRAFTS PVT.LTD"LATIYAL VATIKA", PAL ROAD, NEAR PAL BALAJI, JODHPUR-342008MR. GANESH RANGAT: 91-291-2745482,2747810, F: 91-291-2748680@: info@latiyalhandicrafts.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

LIFE LIKE ARTANAND NIKETAN, SHIV NAGAR,MAHAMANDIR, JODHPUR-342010, RAJASTHANMR. AVNISH KACHHAWAHAT: 91-291-2546878,2543129, F: 91-291-2543130@: lifelikeart@gmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

LILY ART EXPORTERS28, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL AREA, OPP. DIESELSHED, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. SURENDRA SINGH PARIHART: 91-2912741119,09829024272, F: 91-291-2640596@: info@lilyartexporters.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, KITCHENWARE,METALWARE, FURNISHING FABRICS

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LOHIYA EXPORTSOPP. PRATAP SCHOOL, M. G. H. ROAD, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. BHANU MITRA LOHIYAT: 91-2931-281282, 3952396, F: 91-2931-281282@: lohiyaexports@hotmail.comProducts: BRASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

LUCKY ART INDIA4-D, UMAID PALACE ROAD,NEAR CIRCUITHOUSE, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. ASHOK KUMAR JAINT: 91-291-2510731/2510284, F: 91-291-2511580@: ashok@luckyartindia.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

LUCKY CREATION4-D, UMAID PALACE ROAD, NEAR CIRCUITHOUSE, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR ABHISHEK JAINT: 91-291-2510731, 2510284, F: 91-291-2511580@: ashok@luckyartindia.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

M. C. B. EXPORTSC-49, KAMALA NEHRU NAGAR IST EXTN JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. PRIYESH BHANDARIT: 91-291-2742676, 2746676, F: 91-291-2719914@: mcbexp@del3.vsnl.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS, INDIA ITEMS

M. M. HANDICRAFTS PVT. LTD.F-73 , IST PHASE, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. MAHENDRA KUMAR JALANIT: 91-291-2722999,2722761, F: 91-291-2722763@: info@mmhandicrafts.comProducts: BRASSWARE, GLASSWARE, IRONCRAFTS, STONEWARES, WOODCRAFTS,TEXTILE CRAFTS

MAHADEV ARTSH-211 MANDORE, INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342002, RAJASTHANGHAN SHYAM MUNDHRAT: 91-291-2577038, 3295168, F: 91-291-2577038@: mahadevarts@hotmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, STONEWARES

MAHALAXMI CREATIONSSHRI RADHE SHILPEE KUNJ 14, MAHADEVNAGAR, NEAR SARSWATI NAGAR, ASNI PHASE-I,

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MAHALAXMI EXPORTSE-67, PHASE-1ST, BORANADA INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342008, RAJASTHANMR. MUKESH KHANELWALT: 91-291-3207600/09414109090, F: 91-2931-281776@: info@mahalaxmiexports.comProducts: METALWARE, WOODCRAFTS

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MAHAVEER EXPORTS291,4TH A ROAD,SARDARPURA, JODHPUR-342003MR.RAJESH SANCHETIT: 91-291-2766935, 9829022750, F: 91-291-2766935@: info@mahaveerexports.com,www.mahaveerexports.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITURE

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MANSI ART EXPORTSPLOT NO.332,NEAR SHRI RAM KIRANA STORE,NEXT TO GALI NO.14, ILKMAN COLONY,PALROAD, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. HARISH PANWART: 91-291-2785312,9414134219, F: 91-291-2772226@: mansiart@sify.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOOD CARVINGS

MARS EXIMG-1, 718 DERBY ROAD, PHASE-II, BASNI

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MARWAR ART EXPORTS12 "B" HEAVY INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342003MR. PRATHAVIRAJSINGH BHATIT: 0291-2742157, 9829023544, F: 0291-2746157@: mae@datainfosys.netProducts: HANDICRAFTS

MARWAR EXPORTS9-A HEAVY INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342003MR. ANAND KUMAR SINGHVIT: 91-291-2745201, F: 91-291-2745201@: info@marwartents.comProducts: ARTISTICS STONEWARES,HANDICRAFTS

MATRIX EXPORTS103, IST FLOOR, MARUDHAR KESRI APARTMENT, MOHANPURA PULIYA ,SOJATI GATE, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. AYUB KHANT: 91-9829023661,9829387647, F: 91-291-2517527@: info@matrixexports.comProducts: WOODCRAFTS, TEXTILE CRAFTS

MAVERICK EXPORTSE-323, M.I.A. IIND PHASE,JODHPUR-342005MS.MONA BAHETTIT: 91-291-2741588, F: 91-291-2740373@: india.infiniti@yahoo.co.inProducts: ANTIQUE REPRODUCTIONS,IRONCRAFTS

MAYANK EXPORTSD-165 A,SHASTRI NAGAR,JODHPUR-342003MR. MAYANK RATHIT: 91-291-2639923,3292913, F: 91-291-2433987@: info@mayankexports.comProducts: BRASSWARE, GLASSWARE,HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

MEHAR ARTSPLOT NO.1, NEAR LATYAL VATIKA, PAL BALAJIROAD,JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. MAYAMDEENT: 91-291-2748148,09414126140, F: 91-291-2748387@: info@mehararts.comProducts: DECORATIVE OBJECTS, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

MEUBLES INDEG-19, SHASTRI NAGAR,JODHPUR-342005MR. PRAVEEN C. SANKHLAT: 91-291-5120502,2613234, F: 91-291-2744816@: info@meublesinde.comProducts: WOODCRAFTS, FURNITURE-WOODEN

MISHRI ART EXPORTF-259, 7TH STREET, BASNI IIND PHASE, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. ASHOK SINGHALT: 91-291-2741686,2511273, F: 91-291-2747929@: mishriart@yahoo.comProducts: BRASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS,METALWARE, STONEWARES, WOODCRAFTS

MODERN ART & CRAFTSOPP, F.C.I. GODOWN, SOBHAVATO KI KIDHANI, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. DHAN RAJ GANDHIT: 91-291-2654482,2742317, F: 91-291-2742807@: modernart@datainfosys.netProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS, TEXTILECRAFTS

N. ART EXPORTSPURBIYON KA BAS,UMAID CHOWK, JODHPUR-342002, RAJASTHANMR. ASHOK GOYALT: 91-291-2617046, F: 91-291-2617046@: goyalgroup@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

NAKODA EXPORTSA-63, 1ST, BANK COLONY, RAI KA BAGH, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. ABHAY MEHTAT: 91-291-2747606, F: 91-291-2748292@: nakodaexports@dataone.inProducts: BRASSWARE, HANDICRAFTS,METALWARE, STONEWARES,WOODCRAFTS

NASRANI EXPORTS5TH CHOPASNI BUILDING,JODHPUR-342003,RAJASTHANMR. SAKHUR KHAN NASRANIT: 0291-2613786, 2441786, F: 0291-2435377@: nasraniexports@yahoo.co.uk

NATIONAL ART & CRAFTSKHASRA NO.28/3, OPP. ZOOLIGICAL SURVEY OFINDIA, MAIN PALI ROAD, JODHPUR-342005MR. RAJESH SINGHVI

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T: 91-291-2728798,2433961, F: 91-291-2433961@: info@nacexports.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITURE-WOODEN

NEELKANTH ART & CRAFTSF-143, 2ND PHASE,M.I.A. BASNI, JODHPUR-342002, RAJASTHANMR. UTTAM CHAND SALECHAT: 91-291-,2813630,9829025488, F: 91-2931-281288,281311, @: info@neelart.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, STONEWARES,WOODCRAFTS, FURNITURE DECORATIVE

NEW LIGHT ART EXPORTSMOHAN SINGH BHATI, BHATI BHAWAN, VIJAYCHOWK, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. MOHAN SINGH BHATTIT: 91-291-6451001,002,003, F: 91-2931-281745@: response@newlightartexports.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITUREDECORATIVE

NOBLE ART & CRAFT HOUSEB-14, OPP. K. N. HALL,RAI KA BAGH, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. MANISHA JAINT: 91-291-2742002, F: 91-291-2746350@: noble@noble.wsProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODEN GIFTS

NOBLE ART EXPORTSB-14, OPP. K. N. HALL,RAI KA BAGH, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. ASHISH JAINT: 91-291-2742002, F: 91-291-2510850@: noble@noble.ws

OM EXPORTS27 A/ 63, ADARSH SOCIETY NEW SASTRINAGAR, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR VISHAL BAIDT: 91-291-2741303,3252933, F: 91-291-2741303@: omexports@sify.comProducts: GLASS - DECORATIVE, GLASSWARE,HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

ORIGINAL ART GALLERIES PVT. LTD.191-KAMLA NEHRU NAGAR, JODHPUR-342009, RAJASTHANSANDEEP SINGHVIT: 91-291-2751341,09829028103, F: 91-291-2748103@: originalart3@hotmail.comProducts: PUPPETS

PACIFIC HANDICRAFTSTULSI-SADAN, 580-B,10TH C ROADSARDARPURA, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. MANISH JASMATIYAT: 91-291-2431433,9829025580, F: 91-291-2748103@: pacific1812@hotmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS, FURNITURE-WOODEN

PARIKSHIT HANDICRAFTSF-716,INDUSTRIAL AREA, BASNI II ND PHASE,BEHIND KRISHNA DHARAM ANTA,JODHPUR-342008LALITA DEORAT: 91-291-2723326, 5120812, F: 91-291-5120813@: parihandcraft@yahoo.comProducts: BRASSWARE, HORNCRAFTS, INDIAITEMS, IRON CRAFTS, LEATHER GOODS,MARBLE/ALABASTER & CRAFTED STONES,STONEWARES,WOODCRAFTS

PARYGON EXPORTSC-154, SHASTRI NAGAR, JODHPUR-342003MR. APOORV SINGHT: 91-0291-2741379, 25120500, F: 91-0291-2740100@: info@parygon.comProducts: FURNITURE DECORATIVE,FURNITURE-METAL/IRON

PEARL HANDICRAFTS11/635, CHOPASANI HOUSINGBOARD, JODHPUR-342008, RAJASTHANMS. PUSHPA GOYALT: 91-291-2700410, 2611485, F: 91-291-2700410@: pearl-arts@india.com

PEPONI EXPORTS107, NEHRU PARK, JODHPUR-342003MRS. PRABHA LODHAT: 91-291-2745650/51,2612650, F: 91-291-261165@: anil.lodha@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

PERFECT CREATIONS59-B, LADHA COLONY, LOCO SHED ROAD, RATANADA, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. GIRISH MAHESHWARIT: 91-291-3207577, 9314722301@: perfectcrs@sify.comProducts:IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

PIERR DAUXX12/12, CIVIL LINES, RESIDENCY ROAD JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. RITESH LOHIA

T: 91-291-2435699,9829394699, F: 91-291-2431367@: hritesh@pritiinternational.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

POOJA HANDICRAFTSPRAJAPAT COLONY UMAID PALACE ROAD RAI-KA-BAGH, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. SUKHDEV JANGIDT: 91-291-2744503/2638542, F: 91-291-2744503@: poojahandicrafts@dataone.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

POOJA INTERNATIONALE-216 ROAD NO.6, M.I.A., IIND PHASE, BASNI, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. GHANSHYAM SARAFT: 91-291-2747981, 9829022981, F: 91-291-2747981@: pinter@sancharnet.inProducts: GLASSWARE, HANDICRAFTS, INDIAITEMS, IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

POPULAR HANDICRAFTS38,GAYATRI NAGAR PAL BALAJI, PAL ROAD, JODHPUR-342008, RAJASTHANMR. BHEEMA RAM JANGIDT: 91-291-2740914, F: 91-291-2742060,2744362@: popular3@sify.comProducts: BRASSWARE, HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS

PRA YASPOHULLA ROAD, KHAGAL NEAR VYAS PARK,CHANDPOLE, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. AJAY RAMDEVT: 91-291-3257986, 9828032170@: prayasjodhpur@sify.comProducts: LEATHER ACESSORIES, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

PRAKASH HANDICRAFTS (P) LTD.E-4 MAIN ROAD 2ND PHASE, BASNI,JODHPUR-342005MR. PRAKASH CHANDRA MODIT: 91-291-2746817, 9414133830, F: 91-291-2746816@: phpltdjod@gmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODEN GIFTS,TEXTILE CRAFTS

PRAKASH TEXTILESA-143, SHASTRI NAGAR, JODHPUR-342003MR. RAJINDER KUMAR SANCHETIT: 91-291-2639151, 2742104, F: 91-291-2742104@: ptextiles@yahoo.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

PRAKRATI ENTERPRISE12C/15-16, CIVIL LINES, OLD RESEDIENCYROAD, RATANADA, JODHPUR-342001MR. VARSHA SINGHT: 91-291-2637654, 2352376, F: 91-291-2637654@: vsjaipur@hotmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

PRINCE ART EXPORTERF-288/89, MARUDHAR INDL. AREAIIND PHASE,BASNI, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. NARENDERA KUMART: 91-291-2741528/2744075, F: 91-291-2742408@: info@princeartexporter.comProducts: BONE HANDICRAFTS, HORNCRAFTS,IRON CRAFTS, SILVERPLATED WARE,WOODCRAFTS

PRINCE EXPORTSF-74 TO 76 & F-93 TO 95, SPECIAL ECONOMICZONE, BORANADA, JODHPUR-342006,RAJASTHANMR. ROHIT KOTHARIT: 91-2931-281247, 9314700081, F: 91-2931-281248@: info@princeexports.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

PRITI INTERNATIONALF/43, M.I.A.PHASE-I, BASNI, JODHPUR-342005MS. PRITI LOHIYAT: 91-291-2431367, F: 91-291-2435889@: hritesh@pritiinternational.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

R. K. EXPORTS947,10TH D ROAD,SARDARPURA,JODHPUR-342003MR. RAJESH SETHIAT: 91-291-2742703, 2625349, F: 91-291-2742703@: rkexpo@dataone.inProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

R. L. EXPORTSE-89, SHASTRI NAGAR, JODHPUR-342001MR. RAHUL LOHIYAT: 91-291-2740445, F: 91-291-2745397@: rlexportsjodhpur@rediffmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

RAJA EXPORTS11TH, B-2 ROAD, PAOTA, JODHPUR-342006MR DHANRAJ CHOUHANT: 91-291-2577079,2577081,09829069711,09829025811,F: 91-291-2577081@: dhanraj@rajaexports.com,raja_dhanraj@sify.com

RAJASTHAN ARTS & CRAFTS HOUSEE-94, BASNI II PHASE, M.I.A, JODHPURMR. SUNIL GUPTAT: 91-291-2653922, 2653943, F: 91-291-2653927@: rachj@sify.com, www.rachindia.comProducts: BRASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS,MARBLE/ALABASTER & CRAFTED STONES, WOODCRAFTS

RAJASTHAN CELLULOID INDUSTRIES679 10TH C ROAD SARDARPURA,JODHPUR-342003MR. LALIT KUMAR BIHANIT: 91-291-2431074/2748563,F: 91-291-2748563@: pawanbihani51@rediffmail.comProducts: FASHION ACESSORIES

RAJLAXMI STEEL INDUSTRIESE-430, M.I.A., II PHASE, BASNI,JODHPUR-342005MR. PRAKASH JEERAWLAT: 91-291-2741132, F: 91-291-2741132, 2744452@: info@rajlaxmisteels.comwww.rajlaxmisteels.com, www.steelcraftutensils.comProducts: STAINLESS STEEL TABLEWARE

RAJPRIYA IMPEX'SAHIL', G-17, SHASTRI NAGAR,JODHPUR-342004MS. PRIYANKA BHANDARIT: 91-291-2626549/9829026549, F: 91-291-2633787@: rbandari@sancharnet.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

RARE AND REAL ARTSC-91, KAMLA NEHRU NAGAR, JODHPUR-342008MR. SANJAY JAINT: 91-291-2756063, 2742456, F: 91-291-2745756@: royalarts@satyam.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

REGAL EXPORTS303 HANUWANT 'A' BJS, JODHPUR-342001MR. MAHENDRA SINGH RATHORET: 91-2931-281309, 9829233456, F: 91-291-2530230@: infurniture@rediffmail.comProducts:IRON CRAFTS, WOOD CARVINGS

REGISTAN ARTS26,AMARNATH BUILDING,JALORI BARI,JODHPUR-342003MS. NIRMALA KOTHARIT: 91-291-2748654, F: 91-291-2748791@: registanarts@gmail.comProducts:HANDICRAFTS

REGISTHANI ART EXPORTSJAGDAMBA MANDIR KI GALI PATELCHOWK,BISTIYON KA BAS,JODHPUR-342001MRS. ANITA BHANDARIT: 91-291-2640878, F: 91-291-2740857@: desertart@datainfosys.netProducts: GIFTWARE, WOODCRAFTS,FURNITURE DECORATIVE

ROHAN ART EXPORTSG.187-188 SEZ.BORANADA,JODHPUR-342001MR.PREETI SINGHVIT: 91-291-2433973, F: 91-291-2433973@: rohanartexports@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

ROOPSHREE EXPORTSA-101, SHASTRI NAGAR,JODHPUR-342003MR. DINESH JAINT: 91-291-6453468, 09414130059, F: 91-291-0706900@: roopshrirac@sify.com

ROYAL ART & EXPORTS41-42 DEV NAGAR,LINK PAL ROAD,JODHPUR-342008MR. ABHISHEK SINGHVIT: 91-2931-281242,9928076323, F: 91-2931-281242@: royalartexports@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITUREDECORATIVE, TEXTILE CRAFTS

ROYAL ARTSE-186, KAMLA NEHRU NAGAR,JODHPUR-342008MR. GANPAT RAJ JAINT: 91-291-2742456, 2747557, F: 91-291-2745756@: royalarts@satyam.net.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

RURAL ART EXPORTSG-217 A,MANDOR INDUSTRIAL AREA,JODHPUR-342001MR. ANIL DAGAT: 91-291-2577239, F: 91-291-2577075@: anildaga@ruralcraft.co.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS, INDIA ITEMS

RURAL CRAFT & CREATIONC-62, DHARAM NARAYAN KAHATTHA-POWTA,JODHPUR-342002,RAJASTHANMR.ANIL DAGAT: 91-291-2577239,3253867, F: 91-291-2553090@: ruralcraft@hotmail.com

RURAL CRAFT & CREATION PVT. LTD'C' 62, DHARAM NARAYAN JI KA HATTHA, PAOTA, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHAN

MR ANIL DAGAT: 91-291-2577239, F: 91-291-2553030,2577075@: ruralcraft@hotmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

RUSTIC ART EXPORTS1, RESIDENCY ROAD, NEAR WATER WORKSOFFICE, JODHPUR-342011, RAJASTHANMR. BIKRAMJIT SINGHT: 91-291-2740544,2431124, F: 91-291-2611882@: info@rusticartexport.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

S. W. KHAN EXPORTSH-105, SHASTRI NAGAR, JODHPUR-342001MR. S. W. KHANT: 0291-5120612, F: 0291-2746038, 305348@: swke@yahoo.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

SAFFRON ART & CRAFT12/7, RESIDENCY ROAD,RATANADA,JODHPUR-342001MR. RAJ KUMART: 91-291-2746366, 09982261000@: craftmen@bsnl.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

SANJEEV KAHALI45, GOLF COURSE, JODHPUR-342001,RAJASTHANMR. SANJEEV KAHALIT: 91-291-2614326, 3298781, F: 91-291-2741287@: info@sanjeevkahali.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

SANJIT CRAFTS79, KRISHNA KUTEER, AJIT COLONY,JODHPUR-342001MR. DHARMENDRA ARORAT: 91-291-2511700, 5539808, F: 91-291-2511700@: info@sanjitcrafts.comProducts: BRASSWARE, GLASSWARE, IRONCRAFTS, MARBLES - GLASS, SILVERWARE,WOODCRAFTS

SANKARA FURNITURE DESIGN117/3 PWD COLONY, JODHPUR-342001MR. PRAVEEN SINGHT: 91-291-2432310, 2430388, F: 91-291-2615924@: daspan@hotmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

SARASWATI ART PALACE INTERNATIONAL LTD.E-340/341, PHASE-3, RIICO BORANADA INDL.AREA, BORANADA, JODHPUR-342012,RAJASTHANMR. ASHOK LOHIYAT: 91-2931-281337,38, F: 91-2931-281150@: sales@saraswatiart.inProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

SARVODYA EXPORTF-18, 2ND PHASE BORANADA INDUSTRIAL AREAJODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. RAMESH BALARAT: 91-2931-281136@: info@sarvoex.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITURE-WOODEN

SATYAM EXPORTS27-B, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342003MR. SUNIL SANCHETIT: 91-291-2744552, 2741846, F: 91-291-2742900@: satyamex@satyam.net.inProducts: WOODCRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,HANDICRAFTS

SAVITRI ART EXPORTERSH-143-145, NEW INDUSTRIAL AREA, BEHINDNEW POWER HOUSE,JODHPUR, RAJASTHANMR. GAURAV MITTALT: 91-291-2740643, F: 91-291-2747374@: savitriart@dataone.in

SEEMA ARTS & CRAFTSF-253/254 BASNI, IIND PHASE, JODHPUR-342003MR. MADAN CHAND SANCHETIT: 91-291-2633481. 2633482, F: 91-291-2742464@: manishsancheti@hotmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS,TEXTILE CRAFTS

SETHIA HANDICRAFTS PVT. LTD.E-76,MANDORE INDUSTRIAL AREA,NAGARROAD,JODHPUR-342304,RAJASTHANMR. NIRAJ SETHIAT: 91-291-2577112, F: 91-291-2577193@: info@sethiahandicrafts.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS,FURNISHING FABRICS

SHAKTI ART & CRAFTSA-865,4TH PHASE, BORANADA IND. AREA,JODHPUR-342002, RAJASTHANMR. CHANDRA PRAKASH PANWART: 91-291-6531385, 2762756,941412, F: 91-2931-281656

@: shaktiartncraft@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

SHARMA INDUSTRIESG-121 C, M.I.A.,II PHASE BASNI, JODHPURMR. PRAVEEN SHARMAT: 91-291-2742207, 2742075, F: 91-291-2741897@: info@sharmaindustry.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

SHEKHAWATI ART EXPORTS65-B, BANK COLONY, RAI-KA-BAGH, UMAIDBHAWAN PALACE ROAD, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. VINOD KUMAR JOHARIT: 91-291-2510535, 2510843, F: 91-291-2511787@: shekhart@datainfosys.netProducts: BRASSWARE, METALWARE,STONEWARES, WOODCRAFTS, WROUGHT IRONWARESHEKHAWATI ARTSUMAID BHAWAN, PALACE ROAD,HANDICRAFTSMARKET, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. VINOD KUMAR JOHARIT: 0291-2510535, 2510843, F: 0291-2511787,2742412@: shekhart@datainfosys.net

SHILPI UDYOGH-2, 319 SANGARIA INDL. AREA, PHASE-I, MGC, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. PRAKASH SINGH PANWART: 91-291-3295523, F: 91-291-2512573@: shilpiudyog@hotmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, STONEWARES,WOODCRAFTS, FURNITURE DECORATIVE

SHIVAM EXPORTSE119, BORANADA INDUSTRIAL AREA, PHASE-III,JODHPUR, RAJASTHANMR. JETHMAL LOHIYAT: 91-291-2756383, F: 91-291-2759252@: exportshivam@sify.comProducts: BRASSWARE, HANDICRAFTS, IRONCRAFTS, PAPIER MACHE, STONEWARES,WOODEN GIFTS

SHIVAM INTERNATIONAL EXIM32, VIDHYA PARK, AIR FORCE AREA, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. ARUN SHARMAT: 91-291-2646820,9829023367, F: 91-291-2646819@: arun@krishnasgroup.comProducts: BRASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS,SILVERWARE, STONEWARES, WOODCRAFTS,TEXTILE CRAFTS

SHIVLAL & SONS (MFG. & EXPORT DIVISION OFHANDICRAFTS)H-139, NEW JODHPUR INDL.AREA, JODHPURINDL.AREA, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. ASHOK PORWALT: 91-0291-2740452, 2741463, F: 91-0291-2740597@: slsh@dataone.inProducts: IRON CRAFTS, PAINTINGS-ORIGINAL,WOODCRAFTS

SHREE BHIKSHU ART EXIMSATYA NIKUNJ, NEAR TATER BHAWAN, 713 'C'7TH PAL ROAD, SARDARPURA, JODHPUR-342005MR. RAAHUL J JAINT: 91-291-2747066,281237, F: 91-291-2747066@: rahultater@hotmail.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

SHREE EXPORTS37, INCOME TAX COLONY,PAOTA "C" ROAD, JODHPUR-342010, RAJASTHANMRS. ANURADHA ADVANIT: 91-291-2748386, 2544386, F: 91-291-2544386@: shreeexports6@yahoo.comProducts: BRASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS,TABLEWARE - EARTHENWARE

SHREE ROOPSHREE ART EXPORTS2ND FLOOR, SAINIK TIME HOUSE, CIRCUITHOUSE ROAD, JODHPUR-324200, RAJASTHANMR. JITENDRA SOLANKIT: 91-291-2741116,2514699,F: 91-291-2510226@: info@srsartexports.comProducts: LEATHER ACESSORIES, BONE CHINAWARE, IRON CRAFTS, METALWARE,WOODCRAFTS, TEXTILE CRAFTS

SHREE VINAYAK CORPORATIONG-643-644,EPIP,BORANADA INDUSTRIAL AREA,JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. SUBRAMANI VISWANATHT: 91-2931-281572/281672, F: 91-2931-281772@: shreevinayakcorp@usa.net, svicon@usa.netProducts: WOODCRAFTS

SHREEJI TRADING COMPANY"SINGHVI HOUSE", BACKRAJJI KA BAGH, 9TH APAL ROAD, JODHPUR-342002, RAJASTHANMR. TAPAN SINGHVIT: 91-291-2742440, 2641700, F: 91-291-2742676

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@: kcreations@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, INDIA ITEMS

SHRI GANESH HANDICRAFTS21, HASTI COLONY, JHALAMANDROAD,JHALAMAND, JODHPUR-342005MR. VIJAY KOTHARIT: 91-291-2543661, 9829024475,F: 91-291-2543661@: sghcrafts@yahoo.co.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,STONEWARES, WOODCRAFTS

SHRI GANESHAM EXPORTSP. NO.7, MAHRISHI GAUTAM NAGAR NEARSAMDUNE RESORTS, PALI ROAD, JODHPUR-342003, MR. VIKAS KUMART: 91-291-2657981,9414149584, F: 91-291-2721160@: viks_232003@yahoo.co.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS, HOME FURNISHINGS

SHRIGANESHAM1ST FLOOR,PAL-HAVELI, CLOCK TOWERGULABSAGAR, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR.VIKAS KUMAR CHANDAKT: 91-291-2645857, F: 91-291-2649886@: arjunshah@satyam.net.inProducts: GLASSWARE, HANDICRAFTS, INDIAITEMS, IRON CRAFTS

SHRUTI IMPEXB-58 A, MIA BASNI IIND PHASE, JODHPURMRS. RAKHI PUROHITT: 91-291-2744409, F: 91-291-2748973@: utpal@shrutiimpex.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

SHUBH ART EXPORTS4A, INCOME TAX COLONY, PAOTA "C" ROAD, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. MANISH SANKHLAT: 91-291-2547701, F: 91-291-2543698@: artisan@sify.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODEN GIFTS

SHYAM ART & RUGS110, OSHO TOWER, IST'B' ROAD, SARDARPUR, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. GHANSHAM MAHESHWARIT: 91-11-2620236, F: 91-11-2639993@: shyamrugs@satyam.net.inProducts: WOODCRAFTS, TEXTILE CRAFTS

SIDDHARTH ART EXPORTSHANDICRAFTS MARKET, UMAIDBHAWAN,PALACE ROAD, JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. ANIL JAINT: 91-291-2511174, F: 91-291-2728491@: kae@datainfosys.netProducts: HANDICRAFTS

SIKHAR INDUSTRIESH-83 II PHASE, BORNADA, JODHPUR-342002MRS.SUNITA SINGHVIT: 91-02931-281242,99280-76323, F: 91-02931-281242@: sikharinc@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITUREDECORATIVE, TEXTILE CRAFTS

SIMPLICITY FURNITUREPLOT NO. 10,MEERA NAGAR (JHALAMAND), NEWPALI ROAD, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. SANDEEP KUMAR KALAT: 91-291-2721790@: kalashyam@dataone.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

SINGHAL EXPORTSH. NO. 13, HANWANT COLONY, RAI KA BAGH,JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. AMIT SINGHALT: 91-291-2654570, F: 91-291-2654578, 2511322@: office@laljihandicrafts.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

SONU HANDICRAFTS72-B, DEV NAGAR,PAL LINK ROAD,JODHPUR-342006, RAJASTHANMR. SUMEET GARGT: 9414206170,2635204,9314487101, F: 91-291-2635204, @: sumeetg84@rediffmail.comProducts:HANDICRAFTS

SPECTRA EXIMBHANDARI BHAWAN, UMMEDPURA,MOHANPURA, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. SANJAY BHANDARIT: 91-291-2740319, 2513257, F: 91-291-2513263@: spectraexim@hotmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

STARLINE INDUSTRIESC- 3, SIR PRATAP COLONY 5-BHATI RATANADAJODHPUR-342011, RAJASTHANMR. PRATEEK MEHTAT: 91-291-2512976, 9829020976, F: 91-291-2512642@: star_over@dataone.inProducts: BONE HANDICRAFTS, HANDICRAFTS,

IRON CRAFTSSTARLINE OVERSEASC - 3 , SIR PRATAP COLONY 5 - BATTI RATANADAJODHPUR-342011, RAJASTHANDR. SUNITA MEHTAT: 91-98290-20976, 2512976, F: 91-291-2512642@: star_over@dataone.inProducts: BONE HANDICRAFTS, HANDICRAFTS,HORNCRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,STONEWARES,WOODCRAFTS

SUGAN ART EXPORTS21 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AREA, NEAR I.T.I.CIRCLE,OPP.CAZRI, JODHPUR-342002, RAJASTHANMR. PANKAJ KUMAR SANKHLAT: 91-291-2740876,2547701, F: 91-291-2543698@: artisan@sify.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS,WOODEN GIFTS

SUJAN EXPORTSBEHIND POLICE STATION, IIND PHASE, BASNI, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. RANJAN KUMAR JANGIDT: 91-291-2653820, F: 91-291-2748439,2744820@: sujanexports@sify.comProducts: ALUMINIUM WARES, BRASSWARE,GLASSWARE, HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,LEATHER GOODS, MARBLES - GLASS,STONEWARES, WOODCRAFTS

SUJAN INCORPORATIONE-217 A, 3RD, PHASE, RIICO INDUSTRIAL AREA,BORNADA , JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR.ROBIN KUMAR JANGIDT: 91-291-2653820, F: 91-291-2748439Products: ALUMINIUM WARES, BRASSWARE,GLASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS, LEATHERGOODS, MARBLES - GLASS, STONEWARES,WOODCRAFTS

SUN MOON EXPORTS86-A, AJEET COLONY,JODHPUR-342001MR. RAJESH BALART: 91-291-2740252@: rajeshbalar@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITUREDECORATIVE

SUNCITY ART EXPORTERSNEW PALI ROAD, KUDI BAGTASNI, JODHPUR, RAJASTHANMR. JP. JAINT: 91-291-2728635, M: 9928364635, F: 91-291-2728634, @: ravi@suncityart.com,www.suncityart.comProducts: BRASSWARE, HANDICRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

SUNCITY HANDICRAFTS PVT. LTD.D-77, KAMLA NEHRU NAGAR, JODHPUR-342004, RAJASTHANMR. SANJAY BHANSALIT: 91-291-3290442,6451402,F: 91-291-5112838@: info@surajarts.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, FURNITUREDECORATIVE

SUNIL ART & ENGINEERING WORKSB-4(A) & (B) M.I.A.,BASNI I PHASE, JODHPUR-342005MR. SUNIL KUMAR SINGHALT: 91-291-2511378,2510887,F: 91-291-2725789@: office@laljihandicrafts.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

SUNIL HANDICRAFT EXPORTSE-89, SHASTRI NAGAR,JODHPUR-342003MR. RAHUL LOHIYAT: 91-291-2740445, 09829027309, F: 91-291-2745397@: sunilexports@yahoo.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

SURBHI HANDICRAFTG-719, DURBY ROAD, STREET NO.6 IIND PHASE,BASNI, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. KAN SINGH BHATIT: 91-291-2721790, F: 91-291-2721790@: surbhihandicraft@hotmail.comProducts: WOODCRAFTS, FURNITURE-WOODEN

SUSHIL UDYOGF-66/67 M.I.A., BASNI PHASE-1, JODHPUR-342005MR. SUNIL SHARMAT: 91-291-2742748,09829027142, F: 91-291-2745375@: sushiludyog@sunilkularia.comProducts: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

SYMBIOSIS INDIAPOHULLA ROAD, KHAGAL NEAR VYAS PARK,CHANDPOLE, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. AJAY RAMDEVT: 91-291-33257986/09828033170@: ajay@symbiosisindia.comProducts: LEATHER ACESSORIES, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

TATIYA INDUSTRIES

E-4 (A) M.I.AREA, BASNI PH-II, JODHPUR-342005MR. ANIL TATIYAT: 0291-2741087, 2740275, F: 0291-2772287@: kkbhansali@satyam.net.in

TECHNO ART & CRAFTSH2-112 RIICO SANGARIA INDUSTRIAL AREAPHASE-I, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. BHANWAR LAL SUTHART: 91-291-2748356,2618261, F: 91-291-24342478261@: classicinfin@rediffmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

THAR ARTS AND CRAFTS (P) LTD.39, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL AREA, JODHPUR-342003MR. SUNIL SANCHETIT: 91-291-2741129,09829023300, F: 91-291-2740591@: artsexports@yahoo.co.inProducts: MARBLES - GLASS, METALWARE,REPRODUCTIONS FINE ARTS, WROUGHTIRON WARE

THAR HANDICRAFTSB-58 A, MIA BASNI IIND PHASE, JODHPUR-342005MR. HANSRAJ BAHETIT: 91-291-2744409, 09024988567, F: 91-291-2748973@: thargroup@gmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

THAR INTERNATIONALB-58 A, MIA BASNI PHASE-II, JODHPUR-342005MR. MANISH PUROHITT: 91-291-2744409,09024988567, F: 91-291-2748973@: thargroup@gmail.comProducts: HANDMADE PAPER & PRODUCTS

THE BARUN INTERNATIONALF-716,INDUSTRIAL AREA , BASNI-II PHASE,BEHIND KRISHNA DHARAM KANTA,JODHPUR-342005MR. RAJENDRA SINGH PARIHART: 91-291-2746928,5120812, F: 91-291-2746868@: thebarun@sify.comProducts: BRASSWARE, COPPERWARE,GLASSWARE, MARBLE/ALABASTER & CRAFTEDSTONES, PAPIER MACHE, STONEWARES

THE EXPORT COLLECTIONF-25, M.I.A., PHASE-I,BASNI, JODHPUR-342005MR. SUNIL SHARMAT: 91-291-2745981,09829027142, F: 91-291-2745375@: sushiludyog@sunilkularia.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

THE EXPORT GALLERY79, STREET# 5, DURGA DAS COLONY MASURIYAJODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. SHYAM LAL SUTHART: 91-291-2725529,281803, F: 91-2931-281804@: theexportgallery@rediffmail.comProducts: BRASSWARE, HANDICRAFTS, LEATHERGOODS, WOODCRAFTS

THE HANDICRAFTSB-24, KRISHNA NAGAR ON PROF. V.V.JOHNMARG, NEW PALI ROAD,JODHPUR-342005,RAJASTHANMR.ANAND GEORGET: 91-291-5120600, F: 91-291-5104343@: george@thehandicrafts.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

THE HOMEF-73, SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE, BARANADA, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. MANISH KUMAR BANSALT: 91-291-2740622, F: 91-291-2740622, 281717@: thehome_manish@hotmail.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

THE INNER EYE45 GOLF COURSE, JODHPUR-342001,RAJASTHANMRS. LIPIKA KAHALIT: 91-291-2741287, 2741285, F: 91-291-2741287@: info@sanjeevkahali.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

THE INNOVATION EXPORT38-A, BANK COLONY,RAI KA BAGH, JODHPUR-342010, RAJASTHANMR. NARENDRA RAJ SINGHVIT: 91-0291-2510403,2517484, F: 91-0291-2510403,2517484, @: theinnovation@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

THE WOOD PECKER29, SARDAR CLUB SCHEME, RATANADA, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. JAINENDAA SINGH BHATIT: 91-291-2746606, 9414100606, F: 91-291-267030606@: office@thewoodpecker.co.in

Products: IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

TRADITIONAL HANDICRAFTS CENTREPLOT NO. 2 B, NEAR CIRCUITHOUSE, UMAIDPALACE ROAD, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. MAHENDERA GUPTAT: 91-291-2653921,2742010, F: 91-291-2653924@: thc@thcindia.inProducts: BRASSWARE, HANDICRAFTS,

STONEWARES

TRIBAL HANDICRAFTSPLOT NO.265, NEAR LAL PULIYA CHOPASANIROAD, JODHPUR-342008, RAJASTHANMRS. KANTI LOHIYAT: 91-291-2753429,2753709, F: 91-291-2759252@: exportshivam@sify.comProducts: BRASSWARE, IRON CRAFTS, PAPIERMACHE, STONEWARES, WOODCRAFTS

TRIBAL HERITAGE EXPORTS93, ABHAYGARH SCHEME, OPP. K.V. NO.1, AFS, JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. J. S. SENGART: 91-291-2615063, M: 9414133784, 9413039620@: tribal.heritage@gmail.com

TRUPTI EXPO-CRAFTS106, BHISTIYON-KA-BAS KABUTARON-KA-CHOWK JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. MOHIT MOHNOTT: 91-291-3299742,09829022887, F: 91-291-5104449@: truptiexpocrafts@yahoo.co.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

TULSI HANDICRAFTSPLOT NO.-7. ROAD NO.6, M.I.A. PHASE-II, BASNI, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR.GAUTAM KHATRIT: 91-291-3092270/2746088, F: 91-291-2742909@: info@tulsihandicrafts.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, WROUGHT IRON WARE

UMAID ART GALLERY383, SARDARPURA 'C' ROAD, JODHPUR-342003MR.LALSINGH BHATIT: 91-291-2636230, F: 91-291-2617549@: umaid@sancharnet.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

UNIQUE ART EXPORTSG-1-89, NEW JODHPUR INDL.AREA, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. SALESH BHANSALIT: 91-291-2740372, 2740295, F: 91-291-2740295@: info@uniqueartjodhpur.comProducts: JEWELLERY-DESIGNER, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS

UTSAV EXIM ASSOCIATES79, UDHYOG NAGAR, NEAR ROAD NO.10, BASNIPHASE-II, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. SHANTI PRAKASH SHARMAT: 91-291-2741239, 2722535, F: 91-291-2722535@: utsavexim@satyam.net.inProducts: GIFTWARE, IRON CRAFTS,WOODCRAFTS, FURNITURE DECORATIVE

V. K. EXPORTORS365/355, KHATESHWAR NAGAR, OPP. AJNAMARKET, SANGARIA FANTA SALAWAS ROAD, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. MOHD. YAMIN KAPOORT: 91-291-2748343, 9414130343, F: 91-291-2748343@: mohdyamin.kapoor@yahoo.co.inProducts: HANDICRAFTS

VADER ART EXPORTSKAANTI NAGAR, P. NO.115,116 BACK SIDEDHANWANTRI HOSPITAL KHEMA KA KUA,PALROAD, JODHPUR-342001,RAJASTHANMR.PADAM JAINT: 91-291-2720451, F: 91-291-2725451@: vpadam@vaderart.comProducts: ANTIQUE REPRODUCTIONS

VARDHMAN ART PALACEF-709,GALI NO.6, BEHIND KRISHNA DHARAMKANTA PHASE-II, BASNI, JODHPUR-342005MS. RAJANIT: 91-291-3292792,2740345, F: 91-291-2617046@: vardhmanjod@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

VARDHMAN EXPORTF-709,BEHIND KRISHNA DHARAM KANTA, GALINO.6, BASNI 2ND PHASE, JODHPURMR. VIRENDER SINGHT: 91-291-3292792,2740345, F: 91-291-2617046@: vardhmanjod@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

VARDHMAN INTERNATIONALPLOT NO. 2, GAYTRI VIHAR, BEHIND MARWARKHADI SANGH, RATANADA, JODHPUR-342001MR. VIRENDERA SINGHT: 0291-222731, F: 0291-222731

@: mdpalrecha@yahoo.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

VIDYA A-ONE UNIVERSAL EMPORIUM175/A, CIRCUIT HOUSE ROAD, JODHPUR-342010, RAJASTHANMR. GAURAV JAINT: 91-291-2511782, 2635760, F: 91-291-2512107@: info@basanthandicrafts.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

VILLAGE ART & CRAFTS HOUSEG-125 TO G-129, SEZ BORANDA, JODHPUR-342001MR.KULDEEP JALANIT: 91-9828034840Products: HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

VINOD HANDICRAFTSE-15,MIA, BASNI,IIND PHASE, JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANMR. ANKUR LILAT: 91-291-2747641, F: 91-291-2740289@: ankurlila@gmail.comProducts: BRASSWARE, COPPERWARE,HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

VISHNU ART & CRAFT32 VIDHYA PARK, AIR FORCE, JODHPUR-342003, RAJASTHANMR. KRISHAN KUMAR VISHNOIT: 91-291-2745788, 9829023333, F: 91-291-2744488@: kk@krishnasgroup.comProducts:IRON CRAFTS, WOODCRAFTS

VISHNU INTERNATIONALGI-151-152 & 168-169 SEZ, BORANANDAJODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. MAHENDER SINGH RATHORET: 91-291-2541310, 9829021201,F: 91-291-2630230@: infurniture@rediffmail.comProducts: GIFTWARE, FURNITURE-WOODEN

VISHWAKARMA SHILP KARYALAY PVT. LTD.20/2 - HEAVY INDL. AREA, JODHPUR-342003MR. BHAGIRATH SHARMAT: 91-291-2742324, 9414129974, F: 91-291-2740974@: info@viskarma.comProducts: MARBLE/ALABASTER & CRAFTEDSTONES, MARBLES - GLASS

VRINDAVAN EXPORTS12, OLD RESIDENCY ROAD, RATANADA,JODHPUR-342001, RAJASTHANMR. DIGVIJAY SINGHT: 91-291-2626863,2748565, F: 91-291-2748565@: info@vrindavanexports.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

WATERFALLNEAR JHALAMAND CHAURAYA KUDIBHAGTASANI JODHPUR-342005, RAJASTHANKISHORE JAINT: 91-291-2720451, 2402033, F: 91-291-2725451@: shore@datainfosys.netProducts: ANTIQUE REPRODUCTIONS, BONEHANDICRAFTS, GLASSWARE, HANDICRAFTS, IRON CRAFTS, METALWARE,STONEWARES, WOODCRAFTS, CARPET & RUGS

WOOD INDIAPLOT NO.8 SEC.-A, 1ST EXT.,KAMLA NEHRUNAGAR, JODHPUR-342009, RAJASTHANMR. TRILOK NAGALT: 91-291-2785169, F: 91-291-2785471@: spukhraj@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

WOODLAND ART EMPORIUMF-709, BASNI IIND PHASE, GATE NO.6, BEHINDKRISHNA DHARM KANTA,JODHPUR-342005MR. VIRENDRA SINGHT: 91-291-3292792,2740345, F: 91-291-2617046@: vardhmanjod@sify.comProducts: HANDICRAFTS

YASH EXPORTSA-143,SHASTRI NAGAR, JODHPUR-342003MR. SURENDRA SANCHETIT: 91-291-2639151, 2742104, F: 91-291-2746754@: ptextiles@yahoo.comProducts: HANDMADE PAPER & PRODUCTS

YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR57, GOLF COURSE, JODHPUR-342005MR. SUDHINDRA DUGART: 91-291-2740450,9414127450, F: 91-291-2742450@: youngone@dataone.inProducts: METALWARE, WOODCRAFTS

ZEMINI EXPORTS531, DEFENCE COLONY,KAMLA NEHRU NAGAR, JODHPUR, RAJASTHANMR. S.S. SISODIAT: 91-291-2570195,9829023531@: zeminiex@satyam.net.in

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India Code 91Area Code 0291 Distance from Delhi 589 km

AIRLINESIndian AirlinesFlight Information +91-291-2512617Reservation +91-291-2510757, 2510758Jet Airways +91-291-5103333, 5102222Kingfisher Airlines

AIRPORTJodhpur Airport +91-291-2512934, 9928021555

DELHI-JODHPUR FLIGHT SCHEDULE(Timings are subject to change. Please confirm from your travel agent beforeplanning your trip.)Departure Airlines Days Arrival Flight(Delhi) (Jodhpur) Num09:30 Kingfisher Daily 12:40 IT430512:10 Jetair Daily 13:30 9W331113:05 Indian Daily Ex Tue 13:55 IC471

INDIAN RAILWAYSGeneral Enquiry 131Central Enquiry 131Reservation 131Railway reservation Enquiry 1345, 1335, 1330Centralised railway enquiry 1330/1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9

DELHI-JODHPUR TRAIN SERVICES (Timings are subject to change. Please confirm from your travel agent before planning your trip.)

Train Name & Departure Arrival Duration Running Days from DelhiNumber Time Time M Tu W Th F Sa SuDli Jsm 05:40 PM 05:35 AM 11h 55m � � � � � � �

Express (4059) (Delhi) (Jodhpur Jn)

Mandor 08:45 PM 08:00 AM 11h 15m � � � � � � �

Express (2461) (Delhi) (Jodhpur Jn)

Rajsthn S Krant 10:51 PM 09:30 AM 10h 39m � � �

(2463) (Delhi Cantt) (Jodhpur Jn)

BUS SERVICESRSRTC (Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation) (0141) 375487

(0141) 373004

TYPE OF BUS BUS PROVIDERExpress Service RSRTCSilver line RSRTC2+1 Non A/C Seater PrivateSuper Deluxe RSRTC2+2 Non a/c sleeper Private2+1 Non A/C Seater Private2+2 Non a/c sleeper PrivateA/C Goldline RSRTC

HELPPolice 100Fire 101Ambulance 102

HOTELSThe Gateway Hotel Jodhpur +91-291-2263430(Hotel The Ummed) Park Plaza Jodhpur +91-291-5105000Taj Hari Mahal +91-291-2439700Umaid Bhawan Palace +91-291-251 0101Polo Heritage +91-291-2433909 / 5532909Ratan Vilas +91-291-2614418, 2613011Megh Niwas +91-291-2510530 Karni Bhawan +91-9414126200Hotel Suncity International +91-291-2512888, 2510888

TOURIST ENQUIRYRegional Tourist Office (Jodhpur Division) +91-291-2545083Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation Ltd (RTDC), Jaipur +91-141-2201045.Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan (DOTGOR) Jaipur +91-141-2370180, 2371142Tourist Reception Centre - Rajasthan Tourism Bikaner House, New Delhi +91-11-23382823

TOURIST DEPARTMENTSDelhi +91-11-23363607, 23365358Madhya Pradesh +91-755-2775572Gujarat +91-2712-23222645 Uttar Pradesh +91-522-2308916

TRADE PROMOTIONSJodhpur Handicrafts Exporters Association +91-291-2721738IFAS Helpline +91-9958882464Export Promotion Council For Handicrafts +91-11-26135256-58(Sponsored by Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India)EPCH House, Pocket- 6 & 7, Sector - C, LSC, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi-110 070, India � E-mail: epch@ vsnl.com � Website: www.epch.com

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EPCH House, Pocket- 6 & 7, Sector - C, LSC, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi-110 070, India Tel: +91-11-26135256 (6 lines) Fax: +91-11-26135518/19 E-mail: epch@ vsnl.comWebsite: www.epch.com