Jhabua Artisan Keeps Ancient Tribal Bow and Arrow Craft Alive, High Demand in MP, Chhattisgarh

• Joru Tahed from Jhabua continues the generational craft of making traditional tribal bows and arrows.
• These handmade weapons, crafted from bamboo, sarkanda, and ingota fruit, are functional and durable.
• Despite modern weaponry, Tahed maintains the tradition, viewing it as a part of his tribal heritage and a means of livelihood.
• Each bow and arrow set costs 150-200 rupees to make and sells for 300 rupees, yielding a 100-rupee profit.
• The government supports this art by inviting Tahed to tribal events in cities like Bhopal, Jabalpur, and Raipur, promoting his craft across states.

Why It Matters: Joru Tahed preserves the ancient tribal art of bow and arrow making, finding demand and government support.