Traditional art-forms of the region with rich cultural and historical significance like Bamboo Craft, Rock Dhokra, Gond Paintings, and Earthen Pottery are at a risk of being lost. The decline of such traditional crafts are evident and can be attributed to various factors, including changing lifestyles, economic pressures and lack of awareness and support. 

STRC Foundation, Gadchiroli has taken the mettle to preserve and promote such traditional practices and art-forms through the ‘Gondwana Craft’ platform. ‘Gondwana Craft’ offers range of products and customized services. This effort would not only help preserve and promote these dying art-forms and safeguarding the cultural heritage but also would contribute to the growth of artisan economy in the region. Through this initiative, STRC Foundation envisages to open multiple craft outlets to offer products and customized services, facilitate product specific skill development programs for local artisan groups and introduce them to contemporary techniques. 

Involvement of local communities in the preservation and promotion would foster a sense of pride and ownership and would encourage younger generations to adopt, inculcate knowledge and skills to ensure the continuity of traditional craftsmanship.