IPR
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Preserving Bamboo and Cane Crafts: Indigenous Traditional Knowledge Custodian, Lepcha Bongthing, Gangtok
The initiative blends ancestral craftsmanship with modern strategies to protect, innovate and market tribal arts that are at risk of extinction. It empowers artisans and creates livelihoods.
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Empowering Tribal Communities through Digital Innovation: The Aadirang Initiative
Aadirang aims to digitally connect tribal artisans with the world through e-commerce, online education, digital community radio, and an online library. The initiative serves as a bridge between traditional knowledge systems and modern platforms, ensuring both the preservation of tribal heritage and the economic independence of its creators.