The Artisans Alliance Jawaja Weavers Division (AAJWD) was formed in 1976 by Prof Ravi, of the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad in association with national Institute of Designing. Omkar Lal, President of AAJWD shares his organization's hope and aspiration.
"Prof Ravi came to our small district in Rajasthan for research as part of his studies. He interacted with many dhurrie artisans here and saw its promise. Students from National Institute of Designing would visit to give us ideas and guide us in design.
"Along with two artisans, Ravi formed this organization. Jawaja is a block in the district of Ajmer and consists ...

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