Jamshedpur: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Karn Satyarthi formally inaugurated the ‘Jamshedpur Haat–Palash Mart’ in Sakchi today, marking a major step toward strengthening local entrepreneurship. The district administration developed this two-storey facility in one of Jamshedpur’s busiest commercial hubs to provide grassroots producers with direct market access.
A Modern Hub for Traditional Crafts
Designed like a modern showroom, the Haat offers a dedicated platform for local artisans, Self-Help Groups (SHGs), and small entrepreneurs. It allows them to showcase and sell traditional and value-added products directly to urban consumers.
While addressing the gathering, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized that the Haat creates a vital market linkage. He noted that the initiative promotes indigenous products and bolsters the local economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
Empowering Women through the ‘Jivedok’ Campaign
The DC highlighted the administration’s efforts under the ‘Jivedok’ campaign, noting that the project provides women and small-scale entrepreneurs with a centralized, accessible marketplace. This move aims to encourage self-employment and drive economic self-reliance across the region.
In a touching moment, women from the Mahila Vikas Mandal (Gumla) shared their personal journeys. They described how their association with Sakhi Mandals helped them achieve financial independence, reflecting the transformative power of collective enterprise.
What’s Inside the Haat?
The complex features distinct sections across two floors to cater to different consumer needs:
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Ground Floor (Palash Mart & Serang): * Palash Mart stocks a wide range of SHG-made goods, including handicrafts, Paitkar paintings, sanitary items, and processed foods like honey and oils.
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The Serang section showcases traditional musical instruments—such as the tabla, mandar, dholak, and nagara—crafted by artisans from Andharjhor, Bodam.
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First Floor (Didi Cafe): * The Didi Cafe serves visitors traditional local delicacies. The menu focuses on steamed, nutritious food options to promote healthy eating alongside regional cultural heritage.
Distinguished Guests
Several high-ranking officials attended the inauguration, including Deputy Development Commissioner Nagendra Paswan, SDO (Dhalbhum) Arnav Mishra, Deputy Municipal Commissioner (JNAC) Krishna Kumar, District Transport Officer Dhananjay, and DPM (JSLPS) Sujit Bari.
