Dehradun | 4–5 July 2026
Janki Devi Educational Welfare
Society (JDEWS) proudly participated in The Loom Collective, a two-day celebration of handloom, handicrafts, entrepreneurship, and cultural heritage, organized by Ariyana Creations on the occasion of its Second Anniversary on 4th and 5th July 2026 at Address One, Malsi, Dehradun.
The event brought together renowned entrepreneurs, designers, artisans, social leaders, influencers, and handloom enthusiasts from across Uttarakhand, creating a vibrant platform for discussions, networking, and the promotion of India’s rich textile traditions. It served as a meaningful initiative to encourage sustainable livelihoods, preserve traditional craftsmanship, and empower local artisans.
JDEWS Exhibition of Handmade Products
As part of the event, Janki Devi Educational Welfare Society showcased an exclusive collection of completely handmade products crafted by local artisans and underprivileged women associated with the organization. The exhibition reflected the exceptional skills, creativity, and traditional craftsmanship of women from rural and remote areas of Uttarakhand.
The handcrafted collection received appreciation from visitors, entrepreneurs, and fellow exhibitors, highlighting the immense potential of local artisans when provided with the right opportunities, training, and market exposure.
Through its participation, JDEWS reiterated its commitment to promoting women-led enterprises, sustainable livelihoods, traditional handloom, and handicraft products while creating employment opportunities for economically weaker sections of society.
Secretary - Mrs. Kavita Chaturvedi Invited as Panelist
One of the major highlights of the event was the invitation extended to Mrs. Kavita Chaturvedi, Secretary of Janki Devi Educational Welfare Society, as an esteemed Panelist during the interactive discussion on the future of handloom entrepreneurship and community development.
During the panel discussion, Mrs. Chaturvedi shared her experiences as a Social Entrepreneur working extensively in the areas of:
· Women Empowerment
· Livelihood Enhancement
· Education
· Environmental Conservation
· Skill Development
· Rural Entrepreneurship
· Community Health and Social Welfare
She emphasized the importance of empowering women through skill development and entrepreneurship while preserving the traditional handloom and handicraft heritage of Uttarakhand. She also highlighted the continuous efforts of JDEWS in working across the remote villages of Uttarakhand, where the organization identifies talented artisans, provides training, promotes sustainable livelihood opportunities, and connects handmade products with wider markets.
Mrs. Chaturvedi stressed that strengthening traditional crafts is not only a means of preserving cultural identity but also a powerful tool for creating economic independence for rural women and their families.
Distinguished Panel
The insightful panel discussion featured eminent personalities from the fields of textiles, entrepreneurship, media, and women’s empowerment:
Ms. Aayushi Gupta – Textile Designer from NIFT, Empanelled Designer with the Ministry of Textiles, Founder, Kalangan Home Textiles
Mrs. Bindu Nagalia – Co-Founder, Mirasa
Ms. Rajat Shakti – Co-Founder, Sari-Thon | State and Station Head, Red FM 93.5, Uttarakhand
Mrs. Kavita Chaturvedi – Social Entrepreneur & Secretary, Janki Devi Educational Welfare Society
Mrs. Mukti Datta – Founder, Panchachuli Women Weavers Cooperative, Almora
The panel discussion was skillfully moderated by:
Mr. Satish Sharma – Editor & Publisher, Garhwal Post.
The interaction provided valuable insights into preserving India’s handloom traditions, empowering women artisans, strengthening local entrepreneurship, and creating sustainable opportunities through collaborative efforts.
Vote of Thanks
Janki Devi Educational Welfare
Society expresses its heartfelt gratitude to Ariyana Creations for organizing such a remarkable platform that celebrates the richness of Indian handloom, handicrafts, and women entrepreneurship.
A special note of sincere appreciation goes to Mrs. Rashmi Bardhan Ma’am for her gracious invitation and for providing JDEWS the opportunity to exhibit the handmade creations of our talented rural artisans and underprivileged women. We are deeply honoured that Mrs. Kavita Chaturvedi was invited to share her
journey and experiences as a panelist among such distinguished personalities.
We congratulate Ariyana Creations on the successful completion of its Second Anniversary and wish the entire team continued success in their inspiring mission of promoting artisans, preserving our cultural heritage, and empowering women entrepreneurs. We look forward to many more meaningful collaborations in the future for the betterment of our communities and the preservation of Uttarakhand’s rich handloom and
handicraft traditions.