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Hans India
20-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Collector receives ODOP award for Etikoppaka toys
Anakapalli: Etikoppaka toys, known for their craftsmanship, have gained recognition once again for its uniqueness. Etikoppaka lacquerware toys brought a rare honour to the district as it was selected for the 'One District - One Product (ODOP)' award. The award was received by Anakapalli District Collector Vijaya Krishnan at the recent award presentation ceremony organised under the aegis of the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry in New Delhi. Anakapalli District Collector Vijaya Krishnan received the prestigious award from Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. Speaking on the occasion, the Collector mentioned that the Etikoppaka toys have been recognised at the national level. She mentioned that the recognition has furthered the reputation of the lacquer toys. State BC Welfare and Handloom Minister S Savita and Commissioner G. Rekha Rani, and Special Chief Secretary for Handlooms and Textiles R.P. Sisodia participated in the programme.
New Indian Express
14-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
ODOP: Andhra Pradesh government gets awards for ten products
VIJAYAWADA: Andhra Pradesh has earned national acclaim by bagging 10 prestigious awards under the One District – One Product (ODOP) initiative, highlighting its rich handlooms, handicrafts, and agricultural heritage. Special Chief Secretary (Handlooms and Textiles) RP Sisodia announced that seven awards were clinched for handloom and handicraft products, two for agriculture-based products, and one in the interstate ODOP category. The awards will be presented by Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal at a ceremony at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Monday. The award-winning products include Bobbili Veena (Vizianagaram), Etikoppaka toys (Anakapalli), Peddapuram silk sarees (Kakinada), Chirala silk sarees (Bapatla), Venkatagiri sarees (Tirupati), Narasapur crochet lace (West Godavari), and Dharmavaram silk sarees (Sri Sathya Sai district). From the agricultural sector, Guntur chilli and Srikakulam cashew were recognised. The interstate ODOP award details will be revealed during the ceremony. Collectors and artisans from the respective districts have already gone to New Delhi to receive the awards.
Hans India
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Andhra Pradesh bags 10 awards
Vijayawada: Complementing the Centre's efforts to foster balanced regional development across all districts of the country, Andhra Pradesh has achieved a significant milestone, securing 10 prestigious awards under the 'One District – One Product' (ODOP) initiative. This national recognition highlights the state's rich heritage and prowess in handlooms and handicrafts as well as agricultural produce. The ODOP initiative is aimed at nurturing balanced regional development across the country by selecting, branding, and promoting one product from each district of the country. According to RP Sisodiya, Special Chief Secretary to the Government (Handlooms and Textiles), seven of the awards for AP were for handloom as well as handicraft products and two for agriculture-based products. Additionally, Andhra Pradesh received an award in the inter-state ODOP category, the details of which will be announced on Monday at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, where Union Minister Piyush Goyal will present the awards. Sisodiya attributed these accolades to the focused efforts of the Andhra Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, who has prioritised the revival and promotion of traditional crafts and rural livelihoods. The award-winning products include Bobbili Veena (Vizianagaram), Etikoppaka toys (Anakapalli), Peddapuram silk sarees (Kakinada), Chirala silk sarees (Bapatla), Venkatagiri sarees (Tirupati), Narasapur crochet lace (West Godavari) and Dharmavaram silk sarees (Sri Sathya Sai) in the Handloom and Handicrafts category. In the Agricultural Products category, Guntur chilli and cashew from Srikakulam won the awards. The Special Chief Secretary said it was a matter of pride that AP had been selected in the inter-state ODOP category, the specific segment of which would be revealed during the ceremony. Sisodiya appreciated AP for achieving such national recognition within just one year of the coalition government taking office. According to state officials, the state government is actively working to bring more products under the ODOP framework. Chief Minister Naidu has already engaged with the Central government, advocating for the inclusion of banana from Kadapa, tomato from Chittoor, and groundnut from Anantapur in the ODOP scheme. The larger goal is to ensure that each district in Andhra Pradesh is represented by a signature product, thereby boosting local industries and empowering producers. The plethora of awards for AP is expected to significantly enhance marketing and sales of traditional handloom and handicraft products. Special training programmes are being organized for artisans, infusing fresh enthusiasm among them. Sisodiya acknowledged the crucial role played by the central government, alongside the Chief Minister's support, in AP securing this recognition. To further bolster the handloom sector, the state government will launch a free electricity scheme for weavers on August 7, coinciding with National Handloom Day. Under this initiative, 200 units of power would be provided free to handloom operators and 500 units free power to power-loom operators. On the same day, the government will release thrift fund contributions to weavers, fulfilling a key pre-election promise made by Chief Minister Naidu and Minister Lokesh to the weaving community. Efforts are lso underway to expand the marketing network for handloom products. Currently, 97 APCO showrooms operate across the state, with plans to open more outlets to improve access and visibility for locally produced garments. E-commerce platforms are also being utilised to boost sales.
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Andhra Pradesh bags 10 awards under ODOP initiative
Vijayawada: In a significant achievement, Andhra Pradesh has bagged ten prestigious awards under the 'One District – One Product' (ODOP) initiative. Special chief secretary (handlooms and textiles), RP Sisodia said that seven of these awards were bagged by handloom and handicraft products, while two were awarded to agriculture-based products. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In addition, the state received another award in the inter-state ODOP category. Awards will be presented at the national ceremony scheduled to be held on Monday in New Delhi. "Awards are a result of focused efforts by the state govt under the leadership of chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu, who has prioritized the revival and promotion of traditional crafts and rural livelihoods. The Bobbili Veena from Vizianagaram, Etikoppaka toys from Anakapalli, Peddapuram silk sarees from Kakinada, Chirala silk sarees from Bapatla, Venkatagiri sarees from Tirupati, Narasapur crochet lace from West Godavari, and Dharmavaram silk sarees from Sri Sathya Sai district among the award-winning handloom and handicraft products," Sisodia told TOI. He explained that Guntur chilli and cashew from Srikakulam have also received ODOP honours under the agriculture category. He said that district collectors and skilled artisans from respective districts have already departed to New Delhi to receive the awards. Sisodia expressed happiness that within just one year of the coalition govt taking charge, the state has earned national-level recognition through ten ODOP awards. "The state govt is actively working to bring more products under the ODOP framework. Chief minister Naidu has already raised the issue with the central govt, seeking recognition for banana from Kadapa, tomato from Chittoor, and groundnut from Anantapur under the ODOP scheme. The objective is to ensure that each district in Andhra Pradesh is represented with a signature product, which will promote local industries and empower producers," said Sisodia.
The Hindu
13-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Minister hails A.P. for winning 10 ODOP awards
Minister for Backward Classes Welfare and Textiles S. Savitha, on Sunday, hailed Andhra Pradesh for securing as many as 10 national awards under the 'One District–One Product' (ODOP) initiative. While seven of the 10 were in recognition of the handlooms and handicraft products, two were in the agriculture sector, and one in the inter-State category. Speaking at a press conference here, the Minister attributed the achievement to the constant support from the coalition government. The products that won the awards included Bobbili veena (Vizianagaram), Etikoppaka toys (Anakapalli), Peddapuram and Chirala silk saris (Kakinada and Bapatla), Venkatagiri saris (Tirupati), Narsapur lace (West Godavari), and Dharmavaram silk saris (Sri Sathya Sai). The Guntur chilli and Srikakulam cashew nuts also bagged awards, the Ms. Savitha said. She said that the awards ceremony will be held in New Delhi on July 14 (Monday), and Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will present the honours. District Collectors and senior artisans from the respective districts will be attending the event. Ms. Savitha further announced the rollout of the free power scheme for weavers, with effect from August 7. This initiative will provide 200 units of power for loom owners and 500 units for pit loom operators. The disbursement of the benefits to the thrift societies will also be held on the same day. 'The State government has plans to bring other unique products such as Kadapa banana, Chittoor tomato, and Anantapur groundnut under ODOP initiative,' the Minister added.
