Dokra Mela | Festivals From India

The Dokra Mela, launched in 2015, celebrates the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of traditional Dokra handicrafts of Bengal. Dokra Craft is one of the earliest methods of non-ferrous metal casting known to human civilization. The lost or vanishing wax casting method is popularly known as Dokra. The craft is revered all over the world for its primeval simplicity and enthralling folk motifs. Dokra products involve a tedious process of designing and metal casting.

At the festival, Dokra artists from the area demonstrate the process and showcase their works. Attendees can shop for their products and participate in workshops. They can also visit the folk art museum that houses a collection of rare and antique artifacts.

This festival is part of the initiative, Rural Craft and Cultural Hubs (RCCH) of West Bengal undertaken by the Department of MSME&T (Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles), Govt. of West Bengal and UNESCO and supported by the District Administration of Bankura.

The latest edition of the Bikna Dokra Mela will be held between 25 and 27 October at Dariyapur village in Purba Bardhaman.

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Age: Open to all

Hosting Type: In-person

Frequency: Once a year

Genre: Arts and Crafts, Folk Arts

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1. Rainwear. Weather alternates between wet and dry in in October and November. Mostly, it is quite pleasant in the evenings.

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About Contact Base (Banglanatak dot com)

Contact Base (Banglanatak dot com)

Contact Base (Banglanatak dot com), established in 2000, is a social enterprise dedicated to using culture as a catalyst for sustainable, community-led development across India. With expertise in safeguarding and promoting intangible cultural heritage (ICH), professionalizing traditional cultural skills, and fostering sustainable livelihoods, the organization holds an Advisory status to UNESCO's 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage. The organisation's work spans four key verticals. Art for Life (AFL) focuses on preserving and professionalizing intangible cultural heritage, empowering over 60,000 rural artists across India to sustain their traditions and livelihoods. Communication for Development (C4D) utilizes theatre to address social challenges and raise awareness on critical issues, including health, education, and the environment. Developing Entrepreneurship strengthens creative enterprises and supports women entrepreneurs, fostering economic empowerment. Finally, Responsible Cultural Tourism promotes inclusive, sustainable tourism centred on rural cultural heritage, enhancing community identity and pride. See the complete list of festival organisers here.

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