Online marketplace for Pochampalli saris, Bidri ware, Nirmal handicrafts

From the famous Pochampalli saris to the intricate Bidri ware, products and handicrafts for which Telangana is popular are likely to get a space on e-commerce giant Amazon’s platform.

It is learnt that “Amazon has responded positively” to a request IT Minister K.T. Rama Rao made on Wednesday to a visiting delegation of the company for an online marketplace to promote the State’s handicrafts. The items he wanted to be showcased included the famous Nirmal range of handicrafts as well.

The delegation, led by Amazon global director and head of real estate and facilities John Schoettler, said an action plan would be evolved for promoting Telangana’s handicrafts. The company also decided to set up a warehouse in Hyderabad as part of its expansion plans.

A release from the Minister’s office said prior to the construction of the facility, Amazon intends to start operations from a leased premises in about two months.

Online marketplace for Pochampalli saris, Bidri ware, Nirmal handicrafts

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> News> Cities> Hyderabad / by Special Correspondent / Hyderabad – February 05th, 2015