Traditional Diyas Fade as Electronic Lights Dazzle Diwali Celebrations
Traditional potters in Hazaribag and Chatra are facing declining demand for earthen diyas as electronic lights gain popularity for Diwali. Rising clay costs and stagnant selling prices have made the craft unprofitable, discouraging younger generations. Despite this, a few diyas are still lit to preserve the festival's traditional spirit.
Traditional potters in Hazaribag and Chatra are facing declining demand for earthen diyas as electronic lights gain popularity for Diwali. Rising clay costs and stagnant selling prices have made the craft unprofitable, discouraging younger generations. Despite this, a few diyas are still lit to preserve the festival's traditional spirit.
