Poompuhar District Craft Award 2026

Tamil Nadu's Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles, & Khadi Department offers the Team Production Award to recognise artisan groups Read More... for their collective efforts in creating outstanding handicraft items. Read less

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The Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles, & Khadi Department of Tamil Nadu is all set to honour exceptional teamwork among artisans through its 'Team Production Award'. This initiative shines a spotlight on collaborative craftsmanship, encouraging groups of artisans to work together and showcase their skills.

What Is This Scheme?

The Team Production Award is an annual recognition by the Tamil Nadu government for groups of artisans who have excelled in producing handicraft items as a team. It's a way to celebrate the spirit of collaboration and the beautiful results that can come from working together.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

This award is specifically for groups of artisans based in Tamil Nadu. If you and your fellow artisans work together to create unique handicraft products, this scheme is designed to acknowledge and reward your collective talent.

Why This Scheme Is Important

In a world that often focuses on individual achievements, the Team Production Award highlights the power of collective effort. It not only provides financial and material rewards but also boosts the morale and visibility of artisan teams, encouraging them to continue their craft with renewed vigour.

Objective

Tamil Nadu's Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles, & Khadi Department offers the Team Production Award to recognise artisan groups for their collective efforts in creating outstanding handicraft items.

Benefits

Cash Prize of ₹10,000/-.

Silver Medal.

Certificate.

Sources and references

Citizen Charter (2021)

Eligibility Criteria

The artisan group must be residents of Tamil Nadu.
The group must comprise more than two artisans.
All members of the group must be manufacturers of handicrafts in Tamil Nadu.
The handicraft submitted for consideration must have been produced by the group itself.

How To Apply

Interested artisan groups should submit their applications through the Poompucar Sales and Manufacturing Plant Managers.
Ensure all required documents are attached and the application is filled out completely.

For more details on the application submission, please refer to the official notifications or contact the Poompucar Sales and Manufacturing Plant Managers.

Documents Required

Passport-size photographs of all group members.
Address proof for all group members.
Aadhaar Card for all group members.
Front page of the bank passbook for all members.
Photographs of the handicraft item submitted for the award.
Photographs from exhibitions (if any group members have participated).
An Affidavit Joint Group Undertaking on ₹20 Stamp Paper.
A Recommendation Certificate, attested by either a Manager of a Poombucar Outlet and Manufacturing Plant, or the respective Area Assistant Director (Handicrafts), or the Craft Council (Tamil Nadu/India/World) under the Office of the Development Commissioner, New Delhi.

FAQ’s

What are the prizes for the Team Production Award winners?

Each winning group receives a cash prize of ₹40,000, a 4-gram gold medal, a Thamirapattiram, and a certificate.

Can someone from outside Tamil Nadu apply for this award?

No, only artisan groups from Tamil Nadu are eligible to apply for the Team Production Award.

How many artisan groups get this award every year?

The Team Production Award is given to three artisan groups annually.

What is the minimum number of artisans required to form a group for this award?

An artisan group must have more than two artisans as members to be eligible for the award.

Where should we submit our application for the award?

Applications for the Team Production Award should be submitted through the Managers of Poompucar Sales and Manufacturing Plants.

Do I need to prove that my group made the handicraft submitted?

Yes, the craft submitted for the award must have been produced by the group applying for it.

What kind of photographs are needed for the application?

You need passport-size photographs of all group members, and also photographs of the handicraft item being submitted. If any members have participated in exhibitions, photographs from those events are also required.

Is there a specific role each member must play in production to be mentioned?

Yes, when applying, each member of the artisan group should clearly state their name and their specific role in the production process.

Can I apply if my group has only participated in exhibitions and not won any awards?

Participation in exhibitions is helpful for showcasing your work, but it is not a mandatory requirement for applying for the award.

Who is authorized to sign the recommendation certificate?

The recommendation certificate can be attested by Managers of Poompucar Sales and Manufacturing Plants, or by the respective Area Assistant Directors (Handicrafts) under the Office of the Development Commissioner, New Delhi, or by the Craft Council (Tamil Nadu/India/World).

What is the purpose of the Team Production Award scheme?

The scheme's main goal is to recognize and reward artisan groups in Tamil Nadu for their successful teamwork in creating handicraft items.

Is there any special form for the joint undertaking by the group?

Yes, you need to submit an Affidavit Joint Group Undertaking, which should be on a ₹20 Stamp Paper.

What happens if prize materials get damaged before I receive them?

The management is not responsible for any damage to prize materials that may occur due to competition-related activities, and no compensation will be provided.

Will I get a receipt after submitting my application?

After submitting your application, you should request a receipt or acknowledgment that includes important details like the date and time of submission.

Is there an age restriction for the artisans to apply?

While the advertisement usually details all criteria, there isn't a specifically mentioned age limit for applicants as long as they meet the other eligibility requirements.