Srinagar, Nov 9, Nov. 10 -- A surge in demand for locally made earthen lamps ahead of Diwali has brought renewed hope to Kashmir's traditional pottery sector, offering a fresh livelihood opportunity to artisans struggling to preserve a centuries-old craft. At a pottery workshop in Ishber Nishat, young entrepreneur Mohammad Umer and his family have prepared around 40,000 earthen diyas this year, against nearly 25,000 sold last year. The growing response has encouraged the family to expand production, with orders arriving from within and outside the Valley.Umer said the workshop began producing diyas during 2020-21 after receiving orders for the traditional lamps. What started as a seasonal activity has gradually developed into a promising ...