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Welcome To Utkalika Emporium

Handicrafts are part of Odisha’s rich cultural heritage. These are mainly works of art and beauty, designed and shaped by hand with creative imagination of craft-persons from time immortal. Odisha was once known as UTKAL a synonym to excellence in the field of arts & crafts. Handicraft and Handloom products were the main stay of maritime trade of Kalinga Empire. Even to-day Odisha handicrafts have a global recognition as objects of great value and beauty. Generations of artisans have worked with superb craftsmanship, innovative techniques and unmatched skill to produce valuable products that carved worldwide identity. Our precious handicrafts are not merely products; they are an integral part of culture, a long heritage link to our glorious past. Recognition of our craft persons at national and International level speaks the excellence of craftsmanship. 129 Master craft persons have got National Award and National Merit Certificate. Three master craft persons have been conferred with Padma award while Shilpi Guru award has been conferred on three reputed craft persons.

Our Aim

To effect co-ordination between Handicrafts and other Industries by suitable method such as enabling the artisans to manufacture articles required by other Industries. To purchase/acquire and own land, building factories and other immovable properties and assets in pursuance of its objects. To do such other acts considered conducive for the development of Handicrafts. And to all such things acts as are incidental to the attainment of such objectives and social and material progress of the members and the Corporation as a whole.

Our happy customers

Shalini Mahapatra

Great place. Lots of options with price tags suiting all pockets. Best place for picking gifts.

Arpita Nibedita Rout

One of the best places to buy authentic traditional Odia sarees, kurtas, dress material, souvenirs and show piece items.

Sunil Kumar

Great collection of artifacts, filigree, painting, dhokra etc at very reasonable price, even compared with other state similar shop