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EPCH conducts Seminars on Banking & Finance in collaboration with Exim Bank Bangalore : 10th April, 2014; Mysore : 29th April 2014 EPCH, Southern Regional Office, in collaboration with the Export

Bangalore Mysore This seminar focused on Foreign Trade Policy, Banking and Finance for small industries and ECGC. It was attended by rosewood inlay manufacturers and agarbathi manufacturers. Mr.

1 EPCH conducts Seminars on Banking & Finance in collaboration with Exim Bank Bangalore : 10th April, 2014; Mysore : 29th April 2014 EPCH, Southern Regional Office, in collaboration with the Export Import Bank of India, organized two seminars at Bangalore and Mysore in the month of April Bangalore Mysore This seminar focused on Foreign Trade Policy, Banking and Finance for small industries and ECGC. It was attended by rosewood inlay manufacturers and agarbathi manufacturers. Mr. Vishwas, Deputy Director General of Foreign Trade, explained the salient features of the Foreign Trade Policy, especially the Focus Product and Focus Market Schemes. He showed the audience how to make online applications for claiming benefits under the two schemes. The seminar at Bangalore focused on 'Banking and Finance, Foreign Currency hedging and Export Credit & Guarantee Schemes. Mr. Dhananjaya, Divisional Manager, Canara Bank said that, owing to its significant contribution to the country's employment as well as GDP, the MSME sector needs financial support. Special benefits for this sector include liberalized rate of interest; concession to women entrepreneurs; CGTMSE coverage for loans up to 100 lacs; rate of interest concession of 0.25% for all accounts covered under CGTMSE; preshipment and post-shipment credit. He also informed the participants of the features of Canara Bank's schemes. Exim Bank s Regional Head, Bangalore, Mr. B N Pranesh, informed the participants of the marketing initiatives of Exim Bank, especially in the handicrafts sector. Mr. Pandian, Branch Manager, ECGC, Bangalore, spoke of the ECGC activities and the types of risks covered by ECGC. Mr. Manjunatha, Divisional Manager, Canara Bank, Mysore, informed the participants of Open Cash Credit; Micro financing for joint liability to handicraft and agarbathi manufacturers; Laghu Udyami Credit Card; Composite loan scheme; Artisan credit card; Export Finance : Pre-shipment and Post-shipment; and nonfund based limits - bank guarantee and letter of credit. Mr. Pranesh, Regional Head, Exim Bank, Bangalore, and Mr. Pandian, Branch Manager, ECGC, Bangalore, made presentations on their respective organization s schemes and benefits available to exporters.

Interactive Session on Role of Buying Houses Vis-a-Vis Requirements of Buyers

Interactive Session with Buying Houses on "Role of Buying Houses Vis-a-Vis

Socio Legal Standards Handbook EPCH has brought out handbook on necessary

EPCH has brought out a Guidance Handbook on Socio Legal Standards which

rules as well as the international standards that pertain to social and

2 Interactive Session on Role of Buying Houses Vis-a-Vis Requirements of Buyers 12th May, 2014; New Delhi IHGF Delhi Fair - Autumn 2014 Curtain Raiser and Interactive Session with Buying Houses on "Role of Buying Houses Vis-a-Vis Requirements of Buyers" took place on 12th May, 2014 in New Delhi, India Socio Legal Standards Handbook EPCH has brought out handbook on necessary compliances in the handicrafts sector - released in 11 regional languages EPCH has brought out a Guidance Handbook on Socio Legal Standards which contains chapters providing knowledge and information of the applicable laws/ rules as well as the international standards that pertain to social and environmental compliance within the industry. For more details please visit:

Seminar on Sourcing of Fashion Jewellery & Accessories for Export 9th May, 2014; Kolkata Mr.

Kolkata. Present on the ocassion were Mr. Sanjib Kumar Das, Associate Professor and Centre Coordinator, NIFT, Kolkata; Mrs.

Anjani Kumari, Faculty, inifd; Mr. O P Prahladka, Regional Convener (East), EPCH; and Ms. Amla Srivastava, Designer, NCDPD.

3 Seminar on Sourcing of Fashion Jewellery & Accessories for Export 9th May, 2014; Kolkata Mr. O P Prahladka, Regional Convener (Eastern Region), EPCH, initiates the seminar Interaction with artisans as well as exporters at the seminar This was organized in the EPCH s Eastern Region Office at Kolkata. Present on the ocassion were Mr. Sanjib Kumar Das, Associate Professor and Centre Coordinator, NIFT, Kolkata; Mrs. Susan Mantosh, reputed designer and owner of CITI Mart, a Chain store in Kolkata; Mr. Bikash Dey, Handicrafts Promotion Officer, O/o DC (H), Kolkata; Mr. Punit Srimal, CMD, SinGem; Mrs. Anjani Kumari, Faculty, inifd; Mr. O P Prahladka, Regional Convener (East), EPCH; and Ms. Amla Srivastava, Designer, NCDPD. The objective was to support the creation of sustainable products, encourage supply chain innovation, ensure that event sourcing does not negatively impact communities or environment, increase proportion of locally sourced products and materials, maximize use of recycable goods, and maximize use of goods from manufacturers with fair labour policies. A total of 23 artisans participated in the event with their products like, imitation jewellery, various types of bags, ceramic crockery, assorted wooden handicrafts and silk sarees. Mr. O P Prahladka, Regional Convener (East), EPCH, initiated the seminar and highligted the importance of handicrafts in contributing to rural economy. Ms. Amla Srivastava made a detailed presentation on the trend and forecast for Mr. Sanjib Kumar Das, while reviewing new trends elaborated about new lines and styles. For jewellery he suggested inspirations from minimalist, bohemian, tribal & industrial trends. Mr. Punit Srimal, CMD, SinGem; Mrs. Anjani Kumari, Faculty, inifd; Smt Susan Mantosh, reputed designer and owner of CITI Mart chain store in Kolkata, discussed about their institute and activities. Mr. Bikash Dey. Handicrafts Promotion Officer, O/o DC (H), Kolkata, spoke on planned and harmonious growth of industry, technological up-gradation, creation of new employment opportunities and development of new designs to make these sectors economically sustainable, to ensure proper working environment and easy access to health care facilities and insurance covers.

EPCH conducts Seminars on Promotion of Exports, Trends, Forecast, Visual Merchandising and IHGF Delhi Fair-Autumn 2014 - a curtain raiser The Council conducted seminars and interactions in various

EPCH also took the new concept of IHGF Delhi fair - Autumn 2014, to member exporters in these cities. 10th May, 2014; Firozabad 10th May, 2014; Agra This seminar was graced by Mr.

Raj Kumar Malhotra, Chairman, IEML; Mr. Ashish Agarwal, prominent exporter from Firozabad & member-epch; and Mr. R K Verma, Director-EPCH. Present on the occasion were Mr.

4 EPCH conducts Seminars on Promotion of Exports, Trends, Forecast, Visual Merchandising and IHGF Delhi Fair-Autumn a curtain raiser The Council conducted seminars and interactions in various cities to guide member exporters on trends, forecast and visual merchandising, for promotion of exports. Issues concerning the trade specific to the city/ region were also taken up. EPCH also took the new concept of IHGF Delhi fair - Autumn 2014, to member exporters in these cities. 10th May, 2014; Firozabad 10th May, 2014; Agra This seminar was graced by Mr. Lekhraj Maheshwari, Chairman-EPCH; Mr. Prince Malik, Vice-Chairman-EPCH; Mr. Rajesh Jain, COA Member-EPCH; Dr. S K Tyagi, Prominent exporter from Agra & member-epch; Mr. Raj Kumar Malhotra, Chairman, IEML; Mr. Ashish Agarwal, prominent exporter from Firozabad & member-epch; and Mr. R K Verma, Director-EPCH. Present on the occasion were Mr. Lekhraj Maheshwari, Chairman-EPCH; Mr. Prince Malik, Vice- Chairman-EPCH; Mr. Rajesh Jain, COA Member-EPCH; Mr. Deepak Bansal, prominent exporter from Firozabad & member-epch; Mr. Raj Kumar Malhotra, Chairman, IEML; Mr. Devicharan Agarwal, prominent exporter from Firozabad & member-epch; and Mr. R K Verma, Director- EPCH. 24th May, 2014; Dehradun With an endeavour to educate artisans, craftpersons and member exporters on different subject such as statutory compliances, issues related to EXIM Policy, procedures and documentation, etc., EPCH organized an awareness programme in association with National Centre for Design & Product Development (NCDPD) on latest trends, forecast, visual merchandising. The Council also presented a Curtain Raiser on its forthcoming IHGF Delhi Fair-Autumn 2014, which has been revamped and renamed. Present on the occasion were Mr. Lekhraj Maheshwari, Chairman, EPCH; Mr. Prince Malik, Vice Chairman, EPCH; Mr. Rajesh Jain, COA Member, EPCH; Mr. Arvind Vadhera, immediate past Chairman, EPCH; and Mr. R K Verma, Director, EPCH.

A glimpse of the seminar in progress; Mr.

Roorkee were present. Mr. Lekhraj Maheshwari, Chairman, EPCH interacted with the participants and apprised them about latest trends and forecast prevalent in the international markets. Mr. R K Verma, Director, EPCH, spoke about revamping the 18 year old IHGF.

He also shared the publicity initiatives being taken up by the Council like advertisements in international print media, social media, recommending teams to trade fairs being held in Hong Kong,

Lekhraj Maheshwari, Chairman, EPCH; Mr. Prince Malik, Vice Chairman, EPCH; Mr. R K Malhotra, Chairman, IEML; Mr. Rajesh Jain, COA Member, EPCH; eminent member exporters from the region like, Mr.

5 A glimpse of the seminar in progress; Mr. Rajesh Jain, COA Member, EPCH, is seen addressing the participants A glimpse of the dignitaries on the dais and registration for the seminar In the seminar many member exporters from Dehradun and Roorkee were present. Mr. Lekhraj Maheshwari, Chairman, EPCH interacted with the participants and apprised them about latest trends and forecast prevalent in the international markets. Mr. R K Verma, Director, EPCH, spoke about revamping the 18 year old IHGF. He detailed about the fair and its various attributes like, new concept, larger display area, comprehensive display categories and new display structures. He also shared the publicity initiatives being taken up by the Council like advertisements in international print media, social media, recommending teams to trade fairs being held in Hong Kong, China, USA and other important countries. 24th May, 2014; Saharanpur Organized by EPCH in association with the Saharanpur Wood carving Manufacturing Association. The occasion was graced by Mr. Lekhraj Maheshwari, Chairman, EPCH; Mr. Prince Malik, Vice Chairman, EPCH; Mr. R K Malhotra, Chairman, IEML; Mr. Rajesh Jain, COA Member, EPCH; eminent member exporters from the region like, Mr. Sheikh Faizan Ahmed, Mr. Najmul Islam & Mr. Ramji Suneja; and Mr. R K Verma, Director, EPCH. 27th May, 2014; Aligarh This seminar saw the presence of Mr. Lekhraj Maheshwari, Chairman, EPCH; Mr. Dinesh Chandra Varshney, Secretary, Aligarh Exporters Association; prominent exporters from Aligarh - Mr. Deepak Bansal and Mr. Hanumantra Gandhi; Mr. R K Chaturvedi, Secretary, Builders Hardware Association, Aligarh; and Mr. Rakesh Kumar, Executive Director, EPCH

Mr. Prince Malik, Vice Chairman, EPCH and Mr.

Kumar proposed formation of a core group of Aligarh member exporters so that exporters come forward to find a pragmatic approach to place their problems before the Government and find out concrete

During the seminar Ms. Amla Srivastava, Designer, NCDPD, made a presentation on Trends for 2014 to 2015 along with the details of materials, finishes, textures, etc.

6 Mr. Prince Malik, Vice Chairman, EPCH and Mr. Rakesh Kumar, Executive Director, EPCH, seen interacting with the participants from Aligarh. Mr. Kumar proposed formation of a core group of Aligarh member exporters so that exporters come forward to find a pragmatic approach to place their problems before the Government and find out concrete solutions so that the exports from the cluster can be increased. During interactions, the classification of handicrafts and the proposed new definition of handicrafts was shared. During the seminar Ms. Amla Srivastava, Designer, NCDPD, made a presentation on Trends for 2014 to 2015 along with the details of materials, finishes, textures, etc. She also detailed on the new aspects of the upcoming IHGF Delhi Fair. Mr. Prince Malik, Vice-Chairman, EPCH concluded the seminar with a vote of thanks to all the participants with a special thanks to Mr. Dinesh Chandra Varshney, Secretary, Aligarh Exporters Association for their kind support, and said that Aligarh city also has a potential to become a Mega Craft Cluster like Moradabad. 31st May, 2014; Meerut Mr. Lekhraj Maheshwari, Chairman, EPCH, welcomed all the participants and briefed them about the Council s activities and the re-conceptualised IHGF Delhi Fair- Autumn Mr. Rakesh Kumar, Executive Director, EPCH, apprised the participants about EPCH s constant efforts to solve problems of handicraft exporters in Aligarh and conducting seminars, workshops and open house meets on various important issues. He emphasized the crucial role of Aligarh manufacturers and exporters in exports. He urged the the participants to be more forthcoming if they really want to improve the quality of their products and enhance export growth Present on the occasion were Mr. Prince Malik, Vice- Chairman-EPCH; prominent exporters from Meerut & member EPCH - Mr. Mohit Chopra and Mr. Rakesh Gupta; Mr. Kamal Anand, COA Member-Sports Goods Export Promotion Council; and Mr. Rakesh Kumar, Executive Director, EPCH.

Symposium on Promotion of Exports from Moradabad in association with Department of MSME and Export Promotion 29th May, 2014; Moradabad EPCH conducted a Symposium on Promotion of Exports from

of UP as Chief Guest, the interactive event also saw the presence of dignitaries like Mr. Mahesh Kumar Gupta, IAS, Principle Secretary, Ministry of MSME & Export Promotion, Govt. of Uttar Pradesh; Mr.

Rajesh Jain, COA Member- EPCH; Mr. M C Agarwal, COA Member-EPCH; Mr. Rajkumar Malhotra, COA Member-EPCH; Mr. Arvind Vadhera, COA Member-EPCH; Mr. Sudhir Tyagi, COA Member-EPCH; Mr.

7 Symposium on Promotion of Exports from Moradabad in association with Department of MSME and Export Promotion 29th May, 2014; Moradabad EPCH conducted a Symposium on Promotion of Exports from Moradabad, in association with Department of MSME and Export Promotion. With Mr. Bhagwat Saran Gangwar, Minister of State Small Scale Industries & Export Promotion, Govt. of UP as Chief Guest, the interactive event also saw the presence of dignitaries like Mr. Mahesh Kumar Gupta, IAS, Principle Secretary, Ministry of MSME & Export Promotion, Govt. of Uttar Pradesh; Mr. Chandrakant, IAS, District Magistrate, Moradabad; Mr. Lekharaj Maheshwari, Chairman-EPCH; Mr. Abdul Azim, Vice Chairman-EPCH; Mr. Rakesh Kumar, Executive Director-EPCH; Mr. Rajesh Jain, COA Member- EPCH; Mr. M C Agarwal, COA Member-EPCH; Mr. Rajkumar Malhotra, COA Member-EPCH; Mr. Arvind Vadhera, COA Member-EPCH; Mr. Sudhir Tyagi, COA Member-EPCH; Mr. Satyapal, Prominent exporter from Moradabad & member-epch; and Mr. Rakesh Kumar, Executive Director, EPCH. Participating EPCH member exporters at the symposium Mr. Bhagwat Saran Gangwar, Minister of State Small Scale Industries & Export Promotion, Govt. of UP addresses the gathering Mr. Rakesh Kumar, Executive Director, EPCH, interacts with the participants at the symposium Member exporters brought out issues concerning the trade and sought solutions. Government support to the sector as well as schemes for promotion of exports were discussed at length and day to day issues like electricity, pollution control, manpower, development charge, VAT exemption for handicraft exporters, MDA scheme of Govt. of Uttar Pradesh, container freight subsidy, etc. were put forth. The minister assured his office s support.

Seminar on How to become a Successful Handicraft Products Producer / Vendor / Supplier 6th June, 2014; Kolkata Mr.

to become a successful Handicraft Exporter using own Production capacity or by Merchanting & Merchandising" was organized on 6th June, 2014, in the EPCH s Eastern Region Office at Kolkata.

Purandar Sengupta, Consultant, Artists Welfare Trust; Mrs. Susan Mantosh, Reputed Designer, Owner of CITI Mart, Chain store in Kolkata; Mr. A K Hota. Asst. Director, O/o DC (H), Kolkata; and Mr.

A total of 24 artisans participated in the event with their products like, imitation jewellery, various types of bags, assorted wooden handicrafts and silk sarees. Mr.

8 Seminar on How to become a Successful Handicraft Products Producer / Vendor / Supplier 6th June, 2014; Kolkata Mr. O P Prahladka, Regional Convener (Eastern Region), EPCH, initiates the seminar A seminar on How to become a successful Handicraft Products Producer / Vendor / Supplier to successful Exporters & How to become a successful Handicraft Exporter using own Production capacity or by Merchanting & Merchandising" was organized on 6th June, 2014, in the EPCH s Eastern Region Office at Kolkata. Present on the ocassion were Mr. Unus Molla, Strategic Analyst & Member-Fortune Business Leader Council USA, Director- International Management Centre; Mr. Amitabha Ghosh, GM - DIC, Kolkata; Mr. Purandar Sengupta, Consultant, Artists Welfare Trust; Mrs. Susan Mantosh, Reputed Designer, Owner of CITI Mart, Chain store in Kolkata; Mr. A K Hota. Asst. Director, O/o DC (H), Kolkata; and Mr. O P Prahladka, Regional Convener (East), EPCH. A total of 80 participants marked attendance. A total of 24 artisans participated in the event with their products like, imitation jewellery, various types of bags, assorted wooden handicrafts and silk sarees. Mr. O P Prahladka, Regional Convener (East), EPCH, initiated the seminar and highligted the importance of participation in trade fairs as they allow entrepreuners to experience the range and quality of artisan products produced locally besides demonstrating their own skills. Mr. Unus Molla conducted a session on attitude, awareness, approach, Newton's Third law, analysis vs criticism, documentation, planning, expression, vs impression & impact. He also shared some management thoughts, quotes, philosophy, strategies, etc. Mr. Purandar Sengupta,urged participating entrepreuners to believe in themselves, have faith in capabilities and the courage to carry out their passion. Mr. A K Hota assured to extend various assistance through Apex / Primary Handicrafts Co-operatives / NGOs for development of handicrafts industries in the region. Mr. Amitabha Ghosh elaborated about the activities of the DIC like implementation of various schemes and programmes for employment generation and extend welfare schemes; opportunity guidance to entrepreneurs; compilation of information about local sources of raw materials and their availability; assessment of availability of infrastructure facilities like quality testing, research and development, transport, prototype development, warehouse, etc.

Seminar on Importance of Packaging & Bar Coding in Exports of Handicrafts 23rd June, 2014; Moradabad EPCH conducted a Seminar on Importance of Packaging & Bar Coding in Exports of Handicrafts in

Some reputed and renowned experts related to the field were invited to interact as well as disseminate information on the subject.

This linkage is crucial from the standpoint of contribution in improving handicrafts based livelihood, and promoting social entrepreneurship.

9 Seminar on Importance of Packaging & Bar Coding in Exports of Handicrafts 23rd June, 2014; Moradabad EPCH conducted a Seminar on Importance of Packaging & Bar Coding in Exports of Handicrafts in association with Export Promotion Bureau, UP, on 23rd June, 2014 at EPCH Moradabad office. This was attended by a large number of exporters who benefited from detailed information on the topic. Some reputed and renowned experts related to the field were invited to interact as well as disseminate information on the subject. The seminar s objective was to provide support and market linkages to handmade products in Moradabad, which are crucial to livelihood of many crafts persons in far-flung areas. This linkage is crucial from the standpoint of contribution in improving handicrafts based livelihood, and promoting social entrepreneurship. Mr L M Gupta, Director, Package Design Research & Test Lab. from Moradabad, made a presentation on Importance of Packaging and informed participants about different aspects of packaging such as safety of products, cost consideration, appeal of packaging and quality parameters of corrugated board / boxes. He also informed about the various tests for boxes like bursting strength, edge crush test, flat crush test, bending stiffness, cobb test, moisture content, thickness, flute height, puncture resistance, GSM (Finding), compression test and vibration cum drop test. Mr. Gopal Valecha, Vice President, M/s Bar Code India Ltd. elaborated on Importance of Barcoding in Handicrafts Sector. This was followed by dissemination of information on items/products that can be captured automatically using technologies like: Barcode, RFID, etc. He further explained about aspects of bar coding like, automates data capture at great speeds and with 100% accuracy; eliminates need for manual data entry which is errorprone; provides unambiguous identification of products, consignments, entities, etc.; enables lower cost through increased productivity; and savings in costs. The seminar in progress with Mr L M Gupta, Director, Package Design Research & Test Lab., Moradabad and Mr. Gopal Valecha, Vice President, M/s Bar Code India Ltd., making presentations

CONCEPT NOTE FOR HANDICRAFTS SECTOR ORIENTED SKILL DEVELOPMENT / TRAINING PROGRAMMES FOR

CONCEPT NOTE FOR HANDICRAFTS SECTOR ORIENTED SKILL DEVELOPMENT / TRAINING PROGRAMMES FOR HANDICRAFT ARTISANS / CRAFTPERSONS / SKILLED WORKERS WORKING IN THE PREMISES OF EXPORTERS / MANUFACTURERS / HANDICRAFT