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Some Views About RUDA

“Heritage is not confined to Palaces and Forts. Democracy and heritage in India is kept alive by rural artisans,. Though poverty is a white ant, still the will of the Government of Rajasthan is to keep the art alive and bring it to lime light through RUDA's good efforts. Job well done.”
Shri Narpat Singh Rajvi,
Industries Minister (Government of Rajasthan)


“Rajasthan has been a pioneer in establishing an independent agency adopting the sub-sector approach, which is professionally managed and has a clear understanding of RNFS issues.”
Mr. Prabhu Ghate,
World Bank


“We are impressed by RUDA… It has a cost effective sub-sectoral approach and a young professional result oriented team.”
Mr. Malcolm Harper,
Prof. Emeritus & Eminent RNFS Consultant


“I was impressed by the energy, organisation and professionalism at RUDA. RUDA is a Government agency but has significant autonomy and flexibility to set it’s own agenda.”
Mr. Abby McGowan,
RNFS Consultant (USA)


“I was impressed by both the concept behind RUDA’s village industry projects and quality of their execution.”
Prof. Richard Hatch,
Consultant to ‘Aid To Artisans’, USA


“I wish there were RUDAs in all the places that we work, across the World…”
Mr. Clare Smith,
President, ‘Aid To Artisans’ (USA)


“The impressive achievements of RUDA, notably in ethnic footwear are etched in my mind’s eye.”
Dr. Zephirin Diabre,
Associate Administrator, UNDP (New York)
 


“I was impressed by the idea of a Government agency innovating with new concepts and techniques. We hope to do likewise in Maharashtra.”
Dr. Medha Dubhashi,
YASHADA, Pune

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