Welcome to the Dahod Pottery Producer Company Limited (DPPCL), Dahod, Gujarat. We are artisans owned company with 158 Potters from Limkheda and Jhalod as its shareholders.
Driven by passion and fuelled by tradition, our artisans are the visionaries behind each masterpiece. They infuse clay with their soul and transform their work into a captivating piece of art. With their agile hands, they meticulously sculpt each piece into a captivating display of aesthetic attraction.
The potters of Dahod have practiced in Sanjali pottery, a lead-free and non-toxic technique, which makes their creations not only beautiful but also safer to use. Through their work, they also uplift and empower others in their villages by providing opportunities for growth and pathways for revenue generation.
Our goal is to create a platform where these artisans can flourish, and showcase their talent and craftsmanship to a wider audience. So, join us in supporting these talented artisans on their journey towards success and recognition.
“Our vision is a world where clay is transformed into objects of beauty and purpose by skilled artisans. Driven by passion and honed skills, we produce each work of art with respect and care, infusing it with our unique artistic vision. We believe that our creations can evoke deep emotions, inspire boundless imagination, and connect with those who appreciate it. With every turn of the wheel and stroke of the brush, we honour the rich traditions of our craft while pushing creative boundaries. Our goal is to enrich lives, inspire creativity, and leave behind a legacy of clay artistry that will endure for generations to come."
“Our mission at Dahod Pottery producer Company Limited is mutual support and empowerment of artisans so that they can gainfully engage and flourish in their traditional craft. We take pride in preserving and promoting the rich heritage of traditional Terracotta designs through innovative and environment friendly production processes. We aim to create a positive cycle of support and growth within the artisans’ community by supplying quality products at fair prices to our valued customers. Choose us and join our mission to empower artisans while celebrating the beauty of traditional craftsmanship.”
Enhancing Income Sources & Employment Opportunity: Everyone needs financial stability, therefore we focus our efforts on giving artisans consistent and varied streams of income so they may be more resilient to economic fluctuations. Our objectives also include the larger community, where we actively work to establish job prospects for cluster craftsmen through the promotion of cooperative efforts and a friendly atmosphere.
Exposure to Pottery Artisans: Our commitment is to give pottery craftsmen a stage on which to present their abilities and know-how through market exposure, design exposure, and skill development programmes. Our goal is to equip these craftspeople with the instruments and assets required for their success.
Technology infusion & Sustainable Production Process: One of our main objectives is to provide cutting edge technology and production processes to the artisans in an effort to keep them competitive in the market. This company is dedicated to being ecologically conscious, and as such, we make it a priority to employ sustainable and energy-efficient production methods. From the procurement of raw materials to production, we seek to reduce our environmental impact and contribute to a healthier planet
Quality Products at fair Prices: Our mission is to provide fine artisanal products at "Just" rates. Our dedication to quality guarantees that consumers will not only purchase distinctive and expertly made genuine pottery items, but will also help artisans maintain their trade and generate a respectable living from it. Our goal is to deliver and incorporate empowerment value into every purchase of cluster products.
Promoting & preserving Traditional Heritage: Our fervour lies in safeguarding the distinct cultural legacy of terracotta creations. We seek to support cluster craftsmen in becoming competitive and carrying on with the traditional craftsmanship that marks the Dahod region through collaborations with artisans, capacity building initiatives, and market-related interventions.
Mr. Rahore Mithalal Bhai,
+91 9428907854
Mrs. Prajpati Laxmiben,
+91 8799102122
Mr. Gohil Santosh Bhai,
+91 9978839949
The collective of these 158 Pottery Artisans is a primary producer that prides itself on its beautiful and ethnic artistry. The company works to refine its craft and preserve it within its members, carrying with it a rich tradition of regional craftsmanship and talents, which it admires greatly.
Our pottery artisans work with the clay, using it as their medium to create masterpieces. With each turn of the wheel and stroke of the brush, they produce the tales of their heritage, connecting you to the legacy of the region they belong to.
The company manages following services for its Shareholder & clusters artisans
The (DPPCL) has been promoted as part of the NRLM Cluster development Project of the Ministry of Rural Development. Gujarat Livelihood Promotion Company Limited (GLPC) and Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) are support organisations which have been instrumental in promoting DPPCL. EDII is functioning as technical support agency (TSA). Key role includes hands-on training to the artisans in the areas of new design/product development and business management. It is also assisting artisans and the DPPCL in marketing cluster products. Infusion of latest technology and market linkages is another area where EDII is supporting this collective to become competitive and self-sustainable.
This collaborative effort by the above organisations is an attempt to collectivise Pottery Artisan of Dahod Pottery cluster to build their capabilities leveraging traditional skills & knowledge, thus ensuring sustainable livelihoods and a brighter future for shareholders and their families.
Dahod ay & Terracotta works producer company limited
