Craft heritage on display at a 13-day fair

A 13-day handicrafts fair is drawing hordes of visitors in Orissa. Named Toshali National Fair, artisans from across India are showcasing their works varied from palm-leaf paintings, woodcrafts, ethnic hand-woven clothes and sculptures. Artisans from countries like Sri Lanka, Thailand and Afghanistan are taking part in the exhibition along with the local artisans particularly from rural areas