Mehbooba Mufti Backs Copper Artisans, Seeks Protection for Kashmir’s Heritage

JKPDP President Ms Mehbooba Mufti listened to copper artisans near Jama Masjid, who have kept Kashmir’s rich cultural heritage alive through generations of traditional craftsmanship. Expressing concern over the challenges posed by machine-made utensils, she called for strict enforcement of the 2006 law protecting 26 copperware items from machine production and demanded loan waivers to provide relief to struggling artisans.