Nepal, March 5 -- generated personalised images, like Studio Ghibli-style portraits, people once relied on hand-crafted art to tell their stories. One such traditional art form that has existed for centuries is Mithila art.

While its origin is not known, it is said that King Janak of Mithila ordered the locals of his kingdom to paint the walls to celebrate Ram and Sita's union. Mithila art was traditionally created with fingers and twigs on the walls of homes, depicting devotional activities, festivals, and household chores. Now, it is no longer limited to walls but has expanded to modern products.

Mithila By Danfe, launched in January 2025, is an initiative of SAATH, an NGO that supports the socio-economic development of women, and Dan...