Topic- Sustainable and Ergonomical Packaging Solution Towards Hindu Worship Rituals (A Case Study of Redefining Community Performance in Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi, India).
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The research was initiated to identify sustainable alternative to existing recycled plastic packaging of worship offerings (puja) in temples. As a case study Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi was the focal point of the research. In the process the craft clusters in the region were studied and analyzed. The methodology was based on qualitative and naturalistic approach. Moonj grass basketry craft practiced nearby was narrowed down. A pilot design and development activity was conducted to gauge the acceptance of new concepts in the community of craftswomen. The undesirable aspects in the craft clusters were mapped and classified during the process. Strategies were formed to create a consolidated system giving birth to a replicable micro enterprise which collaborates with the temple economy. The research addresses towards awareness, self-empowerment and capacity building of the craftswomen enhancing their performance and making the craft practice professionalized.
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