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The Crafts Council of Andhra Pradesh (CCAP) inaugurated its annual two-day exhibition, “Vasantham,” at the Green Park hotel in Visakhapatnam on Monday. The exhibition, organized to support artisans and revitalize declining art and craft traditions, showcases handlooms and handicrafts from across India. Etikoppaka artisan Santosh Kumar was felicitated at the event. The expo, featuring textiles like Bandhani, Kalamkari, and Kota, alongside handicrafts such as embroidery and pottery, is open to the public until Tuesday evening. The CCAP is a non-profit organization with over 80 members, dedicated to supporting artisans through exhibitions, workshops, medical camps and other initiatives.

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Visakhapatnam Hosts “Vasantham” Exhibition to Support Local Artisans

Visakhapatnam, India – December 1, 2025 – The Crafts Council of Andhra Pradesh (CCAP) kicked off its annual “Vasantham” exhibition today at the Green Park hotel in Visakhapatnam. The two-day event, aimed at revitalizing traditional arts and crafts, showcases a diverse range of handlooms and handicrafts from across India.

The exhibition was inaugurated by Mavuri Venkata Ramana of CMR Group, and featured a felicitation ceremony for Etikoppaka artisan Santosh Kumar. Attendees can browse exquisite sarees, dresses, and handicrafts featuring well-known textile styles like Bandhani, Kalamkari, Kota, and Patan Patola, as well as delicate hand embroidery, juttis, bangles, and blue pottery.

“Vasantham” is a key initiative of the CCAP, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting artisans and preserving traditional crafts. The organization, with over 80 members across Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada, also conducts craft classes, workshops, field visits, and medical camps for artisan communities.

“We are focused on supporting art and craft, which has been in decline since the pandemic,” stated a CCAP representative. “Exhibitions like ‘Vasantham’ provide a vital platform for artisans to showcase their work and connect with potential buyers.”

The exhibition is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. tomorrow, December 2nd, 2025.

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