Paschim Nalbari potters aim to make 1.5 lakh earthen lamps this Diwali

As the festivals like Diwali and Kali Puja approach, potters in Hirapara Suburi of Paschim Nalbari are working hard to make 1.5 lakh earthen lamps for the market. Men, women, and children are all involved in making not just lamps but also various earthen pots and vessels throughout the year. The economy of the area depends largely on terracotta and pottery trade, with over 70 families involved in the business for the past 100 years. However, they are facing a shortage of clay and have to buy it from Morigaon district. Despite the challenges, the potters are dedicated to their craft and hope for government support to improve their trade.