Kashipur Artists Set Records Decorating Tusu Chowdols, Preserving Ancient Folk Art

• Tusu Festival preparations are in full swing in Purulia and Jangalmahal, celebrating an ancient folk tradition.
• Artists from Likdi village, Kashipur block, are renowned for decorating Tusu Chowdols, a skill passed down through generations.
• Chowdols are crafted from jute sticks and bamboo, then adorned with paper, colors, and traditional folk designs.
• The art form reflects the simplicity, beauty, and folk beliefs of rural life, serving as both livelihood and cultural preservation.
• Artists like Rahul Yogi and Paran Bauri continue the ancestral tradition, creating and selling Chowdols with good market demand.

Why It Matters: Kashipur artists are preserving Purulia's Tusu folk art through generations, showcasing rural heritage and skill.