Sun Feb 23 17:48:33 UTC 2025: ## Andhra Pradesh’s Grameen Bharat Mahotsav Concludes with Strong Sales

**Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh –** The ten-day Grameen Bharat Mahotsav-Andhra Pradesh 2025, a rural products exhibition held at the Maris Stella Indoor Stadium in Vijayawada, concluded on Sunday. Organized by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), the event showcased handcrafted goods from over 70 stalls representing eight states, including Telangana, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, in addition to various districts within Andhra Pradesh.

Over 120 artisans participated, benefiting from the platform to market their products. Popular items included leather puppetry, handwoven sarees, banana fiber products, and traditional toys. The exhibition drew approximately 1,000 visitors daily and generated over ₹54 lakh in sales.

NABARD officials provided training to artisans on online marketing strategies. The Mahotsav, an annual event, aims to assess market demand, address artisan challenges, and expand market access for rural producers.

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