Madur

Gurupada Mana

Call: 8972511596

Gurupada Mana is a well-known Madur artist who belongs to Jhikuria village in Sabang block, Paschim Medinipur. He learned the art of weaving traditional fine Madurs from his elder sister at a very young age. He has been appreciated at several fairs, exhibitions and festivals for his excellent Madur work. One can find his products at various craft stores across India. He has received district level awards and has been appointed as a Master Trainer for improving the skill of other weavers. Now his daughter has learned the techniques of making Madurs from him and becoming a great help to his business.

Tapas Jana

Call: 9434942166

Tapas Jana is from the Sabang region of Medinipur. He has been associated with Madurkathi weaving since childhood. He is very skillfully trained in Mataranch weaving and fine thread weaving technique. Since 1991 he has been awarded 5 times by the state for his works. He has participated in several workshops and competitions in many cities of the country. Recently, he has been honored with National Award.

Tapas Gayen

Call: 7076177878

Tapas Gayen is a resident of Adisimla village of Paschim Medinipur. He is associated with the art of Madur weaving for the past 10 years. Tapas has learnt the art of weaving Madur traditionally from his father Adwaitya Gayen. He started his own unit by the name Tapas Matt factory. The product Tapas is expert in making is floor matt. He is considered the best in starting the warf process for weaving by setting the threads on to the drum for getting colour patterns. All through his journey, Tapas Gayen has participated in fairs around Bolpur and Kolkata.

Pabitra Samanta

Call: 9775257518

Pabitra Samanta, a young Madur artist from Bankebheri Village of Pataspur I block, runs a Madur unit named Samanta Mat Unit. His father started the business with the entire family and Pabitra joined his hand after completing his post-graduation degree. Pabitra is not just a businessman but a prudent member of the community sustaining the traditional heritage and providing livelihood to 25-30 women of his village. Several businessmen based on the beaches of Digha procure their produce.