Jute Events & Activities: JUTE Fairs & Jute Festivals & Expos ( Exhibitions) & Craft Melas

Jute Fairs & Exhibitions & Regional level Expos

In this section, Author has provided photos of various Domestic events / Fairs / Expos being organized / participated by NJB

For Forth Coming Jute Events, in Southern Region
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Jute Fair, Chennai, 12^th to 16^th Dec’2019

National Jute Board ( NJB ) organized JUTE FAIR, a promotional Exhibition cum Sale at Chennai, during the period 12^th to 16^th Dec’19, as part of the promotional activities of NJB. Nearly 30 Jute Entrepreneurs from all over India participated with varied range of Jute Lifestyle products. Shri.Kumar Jayant, I.A.S, Principal Secretary to Government, Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles and Khadi Dept, Govt. of Tamilnadu, inaugurated the promotional Jute Fair and also visited the Jute Stalls. Shri.T.Ayyappan, Deputy Director (Marketing), NJB, Chennai, made the inaugural arrangements for the promotional event. Shri.Mohandas, Mrigniaini and other State Govt. officials were also present during the occasion. Chief Guest appreciated the developments in the Jute Sector and also assured to provide necessary support for the promotion of Eco-Friendly Jute products

Chief Guest Shri. Kumar Jayant, IAS, at Theme Pavilion

at Jute Fair, Chennai

Chief Guest Shri. Kumar Jayant, IAS, at Jute Stalls

at Jute Fair, Chennai

Chief Guest Shri. Kumar Jayant, IAS, at Jute Stalls

at Jute Fair, Chennai

Shri.Rohit Titus, Director, Marketing, NJB, at Jute Stalls

at Jute Fair, Chennai

Shri.T.Ayyappan, Deputy Director, NJB, Chennai

being interviewed by Press at Jute Fair, Chennai

Jute Stall at Jute Fair, Chennai (12^th to 16^th Dec’2019)

“Jute Week”

at Ooty, 30^th May to 5^th June’14

National Jute Board (NJB) organized participation in the SIPPO’s JUTE WEEK, a promotional fair at Ooty (Udhagamandalam), during the period 05.06.2015 to 09.06.2015, as part of the “ENVIRONMENT DAY” Celebrations. 18 Jute Units from all over India participated with varied range of Jute Lifestyle products.

Shri. T.Palanikumar, Project Director, Mahalir Thittam, Ooty, inaugurated the Show and also visited the Jute Stalls. MPO (T. Ayyappan) briefed the developments in the Jute sector to the Chief Guest. Chief Guest interacted with the Jute artisan and appreciated the workmanship of the Jute artisans. Mrs. Henna Dickson, Asst. Project Officer, Mahallir Thittam, Mr. Ramakrishnan, APO, Magallir Thittam and other officials from Pudhuvalvu Thittam were also present during the inauguration. Small Industries Product Promotion Organisation (SIPPO) co-ordinated the entire organising of the event.

MPO(TA) briefing Chief Guest

A stall at Jute Week

MPO(TA) addressing the Press & Media at Jute Week, Ooty

As part of the Jute Week programme, An Awareness Workshop on Jute was also organized by NJB through Small Industries Product Promotion organization (SIPPO), on 05.06.2015 in USSS Training Hall, Ooty. 75 Women entrepreneurs from various SHGs participated in the Jute Awareness Workshop. The Awareness Workshop was Inaugurated by Shri. T.Palanikumar, Project Director, Mahalir Thittam, Ooty. He appreciated the effort taken by National Jute Board & SIPPO.

MPO(TA) addressing the Awareness Workshop at Ooty

Jute Fair, Madurai, 31st Dec'14 to 4th Jan'15

National Jute Board ( NJB ) organized JUTE FAIR, a promotional Exhibition cum Sale at Madurai, during the period 31st Dec'14 to 4th Jan'2015, as part of the promotional activities of NJB. Nearly 30 Jute Entrepreneurs from all over India participated with varied range of Jute Lifestyle products. Dr.L.Subramanian, I.A.S, District Collector, Madurai, inaugurated the promotional Jute Fair and also visited the Jute Stalls. Shri.T.Ayyappan, MPO, NJB, Chennai, made the inaugural arrangements for the promotional event. Shri. Palanivel Murugan, General Manager, SIPPO and other State Govt. officials were also present during the occasion. Chief Guest appreciated the developments in the Jute Sector and also assured to provide necessary support for the promotion of Eco-Friendly Jute products

Ms. Rohini Ramadas, IAS, Additional Collector, Madurai District, also visited the Jute Fair on 3^rd Jan’15. In her remarks, she has penned that, “Excellent Exhibition!, Keep it up..., Best Wishes”. Ms. S.J.Kohila, Project Director (TNSRLM), Dindugul Collectorate, and many other State Government officials, also visited and appreciated the Jute fair.

Chief Guest impressed by Jute Dice Game Board & Chess Board

Jute Fancy Dolls at jute fair Madurai

Horsy Jute Bags being shown to the District Collector

Jute PRAWN Key Chains being shown to Chief Guest

Ms. Rohini Ramadas, IAS, Additional Collector, Madurai District, at Jute Fair on 3rd Jan'2015

Jute Fair, Calicut [ Kozhikode],

(17^th Dec’14 to 21st Dec’14)

National Jute Board ( NJB ) organized JUTE FAIR, a promotional Exhibition cum Sale at Kozhikode (Calicut), Kerala, during the period 17^th Dec'14 to 21^st Dec’14, as part of the promotional activities of NJB. Nearly 28 Jute Entrepreneurs from all over India participated with varied range of Jute Lifestyle products. In place of Deputy Mayor, Kozhikode, Mrs. Janamma Kunhunni, Chairperson (Health Committee) Corporation of Kozhikode, inaugurated the promotional Jute Fair and also visited the Jute Stalls. Shri.T.Ayyappan, MPO, NJB, Chennai, made the inaugural arrangements for the promotional event. Other State Govt. & Corporation officials were also present during the occasion. Chief Guest appreciated the developments in the Jute Sector and also assured that Good support will be provided by Kozhikode corporation for the promotion of Eco-Friendly Jute products

Chief Guest at NJB Theme Pavilion

College Girls in Oppanna Dance Costume at NJB Stall

Chief Guest Trying Jute Cap

College Girls at Jute Jewellry Stall at Calicut ( Kozhikode)

Photos taken during ‘Pudhuvai Utsav, Pudhucherry

Photos taken during ‘Pudhuvai Utsav, supported by National Jute Board (NJB) and organized by South India Product Promotion Organisation (SIPPO), at Pudhucherry (Pondicherry) during the period 18^th to 22^nd Sep’2014. !0 Jute entrepreneurs, participated under NJB banner.

Photos taken during ‘Navaratri Jute Fair, Chennai

Photos taken during ‘Navaratri Jute Fair, Supported by National Jute Board (NJB), and organized by South India Jute association (SIJA) at Chennai during the period 18^th to 22^nd Sep’2014.

Navaratri Jute Fair was inaugurated by Shri. Harmander Singh, I.A.S., Secretary, Handlooms & Textiles, Govt. of Tamilnadu in the presence of Shri.T.Ayyappan, MPO, NJB, Mr.Suresh Babuji, Dy Director, MSME&I, Chennai. MPO briefed the developments to the Chief Guest and other Officials, during the event. This event was supported by National Jute Board (NJB), and organized by South India Jute association (SIJA) at Chennai during the period 18^th to 22^nd Sep’2014

Photos taken at “Jute Week”,

at Ooty, 30^th May to 5^th June’14

National Jute Board (NJB) organized participation in the SIPPO’s JUTE WEEK, a promotional fair at Ooty (Udhagamandalam), during the period 30^th May’2014 to 5^th June’2014, as part of the “ENVIRONMENT DAY” Celebrations. 18 Jute Units from all over India participated with varied range of Jute Lifestyle products.

Shri. Bhaskara Pandian, District Revenue Officer, Ooty inaugurated the Show and also visited the Jute Stalls. MPO (T. Ayyappan) briefed the developments in the Jute sector to the Chief Guest. Chief Guest interacted with the Jute artisan and appreciated the workmanship of the Jute artisans. Small Industries Product Promotion Organisation (SIPPO) co-ordinated the entire organising of the event. Shri. Palanivel Murugan, GM, SIPPO, and various other State Govt. officials, and NGOs were also present during the event.

MPO(TA) and SIPPO General Manager, briefing Shri.Bhaskara Pandian, DRO, Ooty,

on the recent development in the Jute Sector, during “Jute Week”

inauguration on 30^th May’2014 at Ooty

Woman Jute Entrepreneur from Kolkata being introduced to Shri.Bhaskara Pandian, DRO, Ooty, during “Jute Week” inauguration on 30^th May’2014 at Ooty

Jute Wall Decoratives for Sale at “Jute Week” during 30^th May to 5th June'14, at Ooty

Woman Jute Entrepreneur from Madurai being introduced to Shri.Bhaskara Pandian, DRO, Ooty, during “Jute Week” held during 30^th May to 5th June'14, at Ooty

Jute Publicity Hoardings displayed at Ooty during 30^th May to 5th June'14

Jute Festival, Chennai, 18^th to 22^nd Dec’2013

National Jute Board (NJB), a promotional body under the Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India, organized a “Jute Festival”, comprising of “Jute fair”, an Exhibition cum Sale and “Buyer Seller Meet” at Chennai during the period from 18^th to 22^nd Dec’2013 at “M/s. Arulmigu Karpakambal Thirumana Mandapam, (Opp : Sai Baba Temple) Mylapore, Chennai 600004. This event was inaugurated by Dr. S. Sundararaj, M.B.B.S, Honorable Minister for Handlooms & Textiles, Govt. of Tamilnadu, on 18^th Dec’13. Shri.Harmander Singh, I.A.S, Principal Secretary to Government, Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles and Khadi Department, Govt. of Tamilnadu. Mrs. J.P. Chandrika, Councillar of Mylapore, Shri. N.Viswanathan, Asst. Director, Federation of Indian Exporters Organisation, Shri. Vinay Raj, Dy. Director, Textile Committee and many other officials were also graced the occasion. Minister appreciated the initiative of NJB in promoting and marketing of jute lifestyle products both within the country and in International Markets and also the employment opportunities being provided to the Jute entrepreneurs, in Tamilnadu.

Minister appraised that the banning of plastic packaging in many areas has driven the demand for eco-friendly products and emphasized that Jute being an eco-friendly products, it could be the ideal alternative for Environment. The various diversifications, in the form of Jute blended Sarees, Jute blended fabrics, Jute Bags of varied range, like, shopping bag, sling bag, Hobo bags, Totes, Travel bags, and stylish Jute bags, are very much appreciated by the Minister. Particularly the new designs like Jute Foldable Tiles, Jute expandable bags, Jute mattings, Jute belt, also was well appreciated by the Chief Guest. He also assured that, the State Government will extend necessary support for the promotion of Jute entrepreneurs in the State.

32 jute units from across India, exhibited their products at the Exhibition

Dr.Mrs. Beela Rajesh, I.A.S, Executive Director, The Handloom Export Promotion Council, MOT, Govt. of India, inaugurated the Buyer-Seller MEET on 19^th Dec’13. 22 Jute Export oriented manufacturers participated in this Buyer-Seller Meet. This event was organized by NJB in Association with Federation of Indian Exporter Organisation (FIEO), Chennai.

Minister checking the Jute Saree of Anakaputtur Sekar, in the presence of Secretary (Textiles), Govt. of Tamilnadu and Mylapore Counciler

Jute Buyer-Seller Meet on 19th Dec;13

Dipak Sarkar of Jutee Handicrafts, briefing to Mrs. Beela Rajesh, E.D., HEPC and FIEO Officials about the scope of Jute Jewellry

Jute Fair, Madurai, 27^th Nov to 1^st Dec’2013

National Jute Board ( NJB ) organized JUTE FAIR, a promotional Exhibition cum Sale at Madurai, during the period 27^th Nov’13 to 1^st Dec’2013, as part of the promotional activities of NJB. More than 25 Jute Units from all over India participated with varied range of Jute Lifestyle products. Dr.L.Subramanian, I.A.S, District Collector, Madurai, inaugurated the Show and also visited the Jute Stalls. Shri.S.Rajagopal, Chairman cum Managing Director was the Special Guest during the Jute Fair. Shri.T.Ayyappan, MPO, NJB, Chennai, made the inaugural arrangements for the promotional event. Shri. Palanivel Murugan, General Manager, SIPPO and other State Govt. officials were also present during the occassion. Chief Guest appreciated the developments in the Jute Sector and also assured to provide necessary support for the promotion of Eco-Friendly Jute products

Chief Guest Dr.L. Subramanian, IAS, at NJB Theme Pavilion at Madurai

District Collector Dr.L.Subramanian, addressing the Press at Jute Fair Madurai on 27th Nov'2013

Chief Guest in one of the SIPPO benefited Jute Stall

Jute Training Certificates being distributed by District Collector for Jute Entrepreneurs trained by SIPPO, Madurai

Photos taken during ‘Navaratri Jute Fair, organized by South India Jute association (SIJA) & Sponsored by National Jute Board (NJB), at Chennai during the period 24^th to 29^th Sep’2013.

Navaratri Jute Fair was inaugurated by Hon. Dr. S. Sundararaj, Minister for Handlooms & Textiles, Govt. of Tamilnadu, in the presence of Shri. Harmander Singh, I.A.S., Secretary, Handlooms & Textiles, Govt. of Tamilnadu & Mr. Sivagnanam, Addtl. Industrial Advisor, MSMI, Chennai. MPO briefed the developments to the Minister and other Officials, during the event.

Photos taken during ‘Pudhuvai Utsav, organized by South India Product Promotion Organisation (SIPPO) & jointly participated by National Jute Board (NJB), at Pudhucherry (Pondicherry) during the period 20^th to 23^rd Sep’2013. !0 Jute entrepreneurs, participated under NJB banner.

Jute Fair, Mangalore, 31^st July to 4^th Aug 2 0 1 3

National Jute Board ( NJB ) organized JUTE FAIR, a promotional Exhibition cum Sale at Mangalore, during the period 31^st July to 4^th Aug’2013, as part of the promotional activities of NJB. 25 Jute Units from all over India participated with varied range of Jute Lifestyle products. Shri. N. Prakash I.A.S., Deputy Commissioner, Dakshina kannada District inaugurated the Show and also visited the Jute Stalls. Both Shri.T.Ayyappan, MPO, NJB, Chennai & Shri. Jayanta Sarkar, Accounts Officer, NJB, Kolkata, made the inaugural arrangements for the promotional event. Chief Guest appreciated the developments in the Jute Sector and also assured to provide necessary support for the promotion of Eco-Friendly Jute products

Chief Guest appreciating the developments in the Jute Sector ( Jute Laptop Bag of Export Quality )

The Durability & Cost-per-Use Comparison of Jute bags with Plastic & Paper bags being explained to Chief Guest

Jute Fibre Extraction Process being Displayed in NJB Theme Pavilion

Shri.N.Prakash, IAS, Deputy Commissioner, Dakshana Kannada District, addressing the Press & TV Officials at Jute Fair Mangalore

Photos taken at Jute Week Ooty, 5^th to 9^thJune 2013

National Jute Board ( NJB ) organized participation in the SIPPO’s JUTE WEEK, a promotional fair at Ooty (Udhagamandalam), during the period 5^th to 9^th June’2013, as part of the ENVIRONMENT DAY Celebrations. 14 Jute Units from all over India participated with varied range of Jute Lifestyle products. Smt. Archana Patnaik, I.A.S., District Collector, Ooty inaugurated the Show and also visited the Jute Stalls. MPO (T. Ayyappan) briefed the developments in the Jute sector to the Collector. Chief Guest interacted with the Jute artisan and also made a re-visit to the event. Small Industries Product Promotion Organisation (SIPPO) co-ordinated the entire organising of the event. Shri. Palanivel Murugan, GM, SIPPO, and various other Govt. officials, and NHGOs were also present during the event.

Chief Guest Smt. Archana Patnaik, IAS, District Collector, Ooty, being briefed about the various Pollution Problems and suitable alternatives in Jute

Photos taken during ‘ Jute Fair', organized by National Jute Board (NJB), at Mangalore during the period 16th to 20th Jan’2013.

Jute Fair was inaugurated by Worshipful Mayor, Smt. Gulzar Banu, Corporation of Mangalore, in the presence of other Senior Govt. & Corporation Officials. MPO briefed the developments to the Chief Guest during the event.

Jute Paints being shown to the Chief Guest

Photos taken during ‘Navaratri Jute Fair,

Sponsored by National Jute Board (NJB) and

organized by South India Jute association (SIJA), at Chennai during the period 4^th to 11^th Oct’2012.

Jute Fair was inaugurated by Hon. Dr. Sundarajan,, Minister for Handlooms & Textiles, Govt. of Tamilnadu, in the presence of Shri. G.Santhanam, I.A.S., Secretary, Handlooms & Textiles, Govt. of Tamilnadu. MPO briefed the developments in the Jute Sector to the Minister & Senior Govt. Officials, during the event.

Photos taken during ‘ Jute Fair', organized by National Jute Board (NJB), at Calicut ( Kozhikode ) during the period 23rd to 28th Nov’2011.

Jute Fair was inaugurated by Worshipful Mayor, A.K. Premajam, Corporation of Calicut, in the presence of Shri. Bhoopal, Secretary, SIJA and other Senior Corporation Officials. MPO briefed the developments to the Chief Guest during the event.

Mayor Prof. A.K. Premajam, interacting with the Jute Entrepreneurs, at Jute fair, Calicut held during 23rd to 28th Nov'11

A participant from Kerala, showcasing the Jute "Spices GIFT Box" at Jute fair, Calicut

A view of NJB THEME PAVILION, depicting the importance of Eco-friendly Jute products and also the Hazards of Plastic Pollution & Impacts of Plastic Pollution

Photos taken during ‘Navaratri Jute Fair, organized by South India Jute association (SIJA) & Sponsored by National Jute Board (NJB), at Chennai during the period 18^th to 25^th Sep’2011.

Jute Fair was inaugurated by Hon. Shri. B.V. Ramanaa, Minister for Handlooms & Textiles, Govt. of Tamilnadu, in the presence of Shri. C. Muthukumarasamy, I.A.S., Secretary, Handlooms & Textiles, Govt. of Tamilnadu. MPO briefed the developments to the Minister, during the event.

Shri. C. Muthukumarasamy, IAS, Secretary (Textiles), Govt. of Tamilnadu, addressing the inaugural session of the Jute Fair

Valedictory Day Photos of Navaratri Jute Fair ( 25th Sep'2011)

Chief Guest Shri. Muthukumarasamy, IAS, Secretary, Textiles, Govt. of Tamilnadu, visiting the stall, before selection of BEST Jute Stall & BEST Jute Product

Best Stall Award being awarded to Geo Care Products Chennai

Best Stall Award for : M/s. GeoCare Products, Chennai &
Best Jute Product : Jute Decorative Mirror of M/s. Chic Crafts, Chennai

Senior Most Jute Entrepreneur Mrs. Malathi Rajagopal (Leder Craft) receiving the Participation Certificate from the Chief Guest

Photos taken during ‘Chennai Fair, organized by South India Product Promotion Organisation (SIPPO) & Sponsored by National Jute Board (NJB), at Chennai during the period 16^th to 18^th Sep’2011 at Chennai Trade Centre