Discover Bapugaon - A Heritage Village where Warli art , living traditions and nature come together.

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Meet us at Tourism Fair Kolkata 2026, being held today onwards till 5 July 2026 at Khudiram Anushilan Kendra, Kolkata, and visit us at Stall 36.

MTDC's initiative to develop cultural tourism in Palghar and Nashik brings together authentic, community-rooted travel experiences that celebrate the rich heritage, traditions, and local culture of these regions. Discover these unique tourism offerings at our stall.

If you're a tour operator or travel professional looking to introduce authentic, community-rooted experiences to your clients, we welcome you to connect and discuss potential collaborations.

📍 Stall 36
🗓️ 3–5 July 2026
📍 Khudiram Anushilan Kendra, Kolkata

We look forward to meeting you!

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✨Meet us at Tourism Fair Kolkata 2026!

Join us from 3–5 July 2026 at Khudiram Anushilan Kendra, Kolkata, and visit us at Stall 36.

MTDC's initiative to develop cultural tourism in Palghar and Nashik brings together authentic, community-rooted travel experiences that celebrate the rich heritage, traditions, and local culture of these regions. Discover these unique tourism offerings at our stall.

If you're a tour operator or travel professional looking to introduce authentic, community-rooted experiences to your clients, we'd love to connect and discuss potential collaborations.

📍 Stall 36
🗓️ 3–5 July 2026
📍 Khudiram Anushilan Kendra, Kolkata

We look forward to meeting you!

#TourismFairKolkata #CulturalTourism #CommunityTourism #Palghar #Nashik #ExploreMaharashtra #MTDC #palghartourism #nashiktourism #TribalTourism

The man who took Warli art from mud walls to the global stage—Jivya Soma Mashe, Padma Shri awardee—redefined how the world sees this indigenous art form. Before him, Warli paintings existed within the ritual spaces of village homes; he was the first to bring them onto canvas, opening doors to national and international recognition.

Rooted in the culture of rural Maharashtra, his work captured everyday life—harvests, forests, dances, and community celebrations—using simple yet powerful geometric forms. By blending tradition with changing times, he ensured Warli art remained both authentic and evolving.

Today, his legacy lives on in Ganjad village, Palghar—through his family and students. The Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC), as part of its ICH-based tourism initiative, is promoting Ganjad as a cultural tourism destination, where visitors can engage directly with this living tradition.

🎨 Visit Ganjad and and interact with the artists
🌿 Experience the simplicity and richness of tribal life
🏡 Be part of a living tradition that continues to thrive

✨ Come, witness where art meets life—and take back more than just memories

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Celebrating Craft, Community & Creativity 🌿

In May, a series of Tourism Souvenir Development Workshops with Bamboo Craft were successfully conducted across Jawhar, Vikramgad, Gholwad, and Bordi—an initiative of Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation.

Held simultaneously with local bamboo artists—predominantly women—these workshops done with the supervision of designers, focused on design intervention and product diversification, enabling the creation of smaller, contemporary tourism souvenirs tailored for tourists visiting the region.
The outcomes speak for themselves: beautifully crafted bags, lamps, baskets, decorative pieces, and utility products, blending traditional bamboo skills with fresh design sensibilities.

These workshops not only expanded product ranges but also strengthened livelihood opportunities, market readiness, and visibility for local craft communities.

✨ Explore the craft. Meet the artists. Explore off-beat destinations. www.heritagevillagesmtdc.com