Purulia Khadi Mela Aims for 2.5 Crore Sales, Draws Crowds with Diverse Crafts

• The second annual Purulia District Khadi Mela has been inaugurated at GEL Charge Maidan, Purulia town, running until January 20.
• Organized to boost the handloom industry, the fair features approximately 73 stalls, a significant increase from last year.
• Attractions include Kashmiri Saffron Tea, Joynagarer Moa, Nabadwip's Pithe-Puli, West Medinipur's Patachitra, and Cooch Behar's Shital Pati.
• Officials are targeting sales of 2.5 crore this year, up from 1.87 crore achieved last year.
• The fair has seen an overwhelming response from locals and visitors from neighboring Jharkhand, enjoying the diverse products.

Why It Matters: Purulia's Khadi Mela aims for 2.5 crore sales, showcasing diverse crafts and attracting large crowds.