Gandhinagar, June 3 -- The Industrial Extension Cottage (iNDEXT-c), under the Government of Gujarat, has successfully organized 234 fairs and exhibitions over the last three years, providing a platform for artisans to showcase their work and generate employment opportunities, according to an official release.

These events have enabled 24,689 artisans from the handloom and handicraft sectors to sell products worth over Rs. 124 crore.

With an aim to generate more employment opportunities for youth in both urban and rural areas, the Government of Gujarat set up the Industrial Extension Cottage (iNDEXT-c) in 1992.

Out of the total fairs and exhibitions, 205 were held within Gujarat by iNDEXT-c, Ahmedabad Haat, Bhuj Haat, and Bopal Hastakal...