Pokhara Ward Office Promotes Local Craftsmanship by Gifting Student-Made Bamboo Products

Kaski. The tradition of gifting imported items to guests at formal ceremonies has become commonplace. However, a recent event in Pokhara Metropolitan City-17 presented this tradition in a different light.At the inauguration ceremony of the newly constructed ward office building, guests were presented with bamboo items crafted by local students. These items were created by students from grades 5 to 8 at Janaki Secondary School, Pokhara-17, Mahatgauda.Ward Chairperson Radhika Shahi Yogi presented the bamboo pen holders and baskets made by the students to Mayor Dhanraj Acharya, Deputy Mayor Manju Devi Gurung, and Chief Administrative Officer Mukti Raj Aryal. These items...