Meghalaya: Aspiring entrepreneurs trained in Jaintia Hills pottery craft
Organised by the Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Community and Skill Development Centre (DDUCC), Wahiajer, a constituent college of North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), the programme titled 'Application of Indigenous Knowledge in Pottery Making' was held from July 12 to 18 at the DDUCC community hall.
Renowned artisan Roilin Pyrtuh from Larnai village, known for its centuries-old pottery tradition, led the training.
Larnai, located in West Jaintia Hills, is famous for its distinctive black pottery, crafted entirely by hand without the use of a potter's wheel.
The process includes traditional clay preparation, shaping, open-firing, and finishing techniques that have been passed down through generations.
Pyrtuh learned the craft from her mother, continuing a multi-generational family legacy.
Her family stands among the few still exclusively practising traditional techniques without mechanisation, crafting one-of-a-kind pottery entirely by hand.
The sessions focused on equipping them with livelihood skills while promoting cultural preservation and sustainable entrepreneurship.
The valedictory function held on July 18 was graced by NEHU pro vice-chancellor Prof. S. Umdor as chief guest, and Lukas Jat, member of Wahiajer village, as guest of honour.
Also in attendance were Dr. FR Sumer, principal in-charge, DDUCC; Latu Nartiang, branch manager of Meghalaya Cooperative Apex Bank, Ummulong; faculty, students, and community members.
Umdor commended the DDUCC team for promoting indigenous trades and encouraged participants to tap into opportunities in local markets and tourism.
He noted that the initiative aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which integrates vocational education with academic learning.
Certificates of participation were awarded to all trainees. PTI JOP MNB
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