Rajasthan's Craftsmanship Charms Purulia: POP Idols Start at Just Rs 150

• A group of 20-25 artists from Rajasthan are creating intricate Plaster of Paris idols in Purulia.
• These handmade idols, ranging from small to large, are ideal for gifts or home decor.
• The idol-making process involves preparing the mixture, molding, unmolding, finishing, and painting, taking 3-4 hours per idol.
• The artists have set up their shop near Sidhu Kanhu Birsa University on Ranchi Road in Purulia town.
• Idols are priced affordably, starting from 150 rupees up to approximately 800 rupees, and are sold across various districts.

Why It Matters: Rajasthani artists bring their generational craft of making affordable POP idols to Purulia, captivating locals.