ShopClues to offer exquisite handicrafts by Central Cottage Industries

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ANI New Delhi
Last Updated : Feb 12 2016 | 12:57 PM IST

ShopClues, India's first and largest managed marketplace announced its tie-up with Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India to sell the gorgeous handicrafts, artifacts and other productions by the talented Indian artists through its platform.

The association between ShopClues and Central Cottage Industries Corporation is aimed at augmenting the sales of items produced by cottage industries across the country. ShopClues customers can look forward to easily accessing a delightful array of artist-made handicrafts, furnishings, jewellery, accessories, art objects, gifting items and accents for their homes or offices.

Speaking on the tie-up, Raunak Raheja, Director - Categories, ShopClues said, "ShopClues has always been driven by the ambition to leverage its wide reach and popularity for the benefit of smaller retailers, craftsmen and artisans."

"Our association with Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India helps us take this goal ahead by giving a solid boost to the sales of the awe-inspiring products created by the talented Indian artists and craftsmen empanelled with the corporation. The move will also enhance the delight of our customers who now get to easily shop for these exceptional items from the comfort of their homes," added Raheja.

"We are pleased to partner with ShopClues and boost the sales of our products. India is home to many resplendent arts and crafts. By optimizing the strong penetration of ShopClues across the country, we will not only be able to give a more powerful platform to the creations of Indian craftsmen, weavers and folk artists but will also allow a larger consumer base to discover their own heritage and culture better," added MD, Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India spokesperson, Pramod Nagpal.

Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India plans to set up an online store on the ShopClues' marketplace where all the products for online sale will be curated by the corporation.

The Cottage Industries will also utilize ShopClues' customer and logistics support services to ensure seamless delivery and completion of transactions.

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First Published: Feb 12 2016 | 12:33 PM IST

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