We went to a potter's house. They make terracota pots, 'mora', and other interesting items. We chose few items that will be required to make an informal get-together (adda) zone near Artists' Cottage in Prakriti Tirtha. The idea is to have a waterside cafe with a set of ethnic tables/ stools. Here is the photo of potter's hut where we went :
Its really great that we are supporting the local artists.
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1. Firstly we need many more EWS Flats if we really want to reduce slums in the city.
2. Of late, HIDCO tenders for road construction have virtually stopped. I understand that its monsson time and hardly any work can take place till Diwali (end of festive season). However any tender has a whole bunch of administrative steps ( bid opening, financial closure, administrative appraisal) . If we can finish these administrative work during this monsoon and festive period, work order can be issued right after Diwali and construction work can start soon after that.
A great idea to open waterside cafe and support downtrodden SHG. Decoration of the Artists' Cottage with terracota pots etc. will be very special and innovative. I strongly believe that it will attract all visitors including foreign tourists like anything.
ReplyDeleteThe lake in the Eco-Park is quite big. So, if a floating island with a garden is built on it, it will be wonderful. It doesn't have to be big. A barge could be used, which can be loosely anchored so that the island can float around a little. Though its a bit asking for more, it will still be better if the floating island could get a waterfall. A floating waterfall; I think it has never been built.
ReplyDeleteInteresting idea..
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