IIT Kharagpur's AI Initiative Transforms Artisans' Fortunes, Opens New Avenues

• IIT Kharagpur launches 'Srishti O Anusandhan' workshop to globalize Indian craftsmanship with AI.
• The initiative, in collaboration with the Ministry of Textiles, aims to create a unified AI-enabled craft ecosystem.
• Fifteen renowned artisans from 7 diverse styles across India will participate, including GI-tagged crafts.
• Experts will document traditional methods and tools to create a digital database, enhancing artisan skills and market access.
• The workshop will culminate in a public exhibition and sale, with select pieces preserved for future research.