Black Gold Bidri Handicraft Producer Company Limited
Black Gold Bidri Handicraft Producer Company Limited is a Bidar-based organisation established with a focus on the preservation, promotion and development of the region’s renowned Bidriware craft tradition.
The company was incorporated on 1 December 2020 under the Companies Act, 2013, and is registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India. Its registered address is at Chidri Road, Bidar, Karnataka.
The organisation works within the traditional Bidri craft ecosystem, supporting artisans and contributing to the continued development of this distinctive heritage craft.
Supporting the Bidri Craft Community
Bidriware is a highly specialised craft tradition that depends on generations of accumulated knowledge, technical skill and craftsmanship. Supporting the artisans who carry this knowledge is therefore central to sustaining the craft. Black Gold Bidri Handicraft Producer Company Limited works towards creating opportunities for artisan development, skill enhancement, design development and knowledge sharing. Its activities contribute to strengthening the capabilities of Bidri artisans while encouraging the continuity of traditional techniques and craftsmanship.
Key Areas of Artisan Support
Skill Development & Training
The organisation supports opportunities for artisans to strengthen their technical skills through structured training and practical learning programmes.
Design & Technical Development
Recognising the need to keep traditional crafts relevant to contemporary markets, the organisation facilitates design and technical development initiatives that enable artisans to explore new forms, products and applications while remaining rooted in Bidriware traditions.
Knowledge Preservation & Transmission
Bidri craft relies heavily on specialised hands-on knowledge. By bringing experienced craftspeople and emerging artisans together, the organisation contributes to the transmission of traditional skills and craft knowledge to future generations.
Artisan Capacity Building
The organisation seeks to strengthen artisans not only as craftspeople but also as participants in a sustainable craft economy, encouraging greater opportunities for collective development and professional growth.
Workshops & Craft Development Programmes
The company has been involved in craft development initiatives, including a 25-day Design and Technical Development Workshop on Bidriware in 2025, providing a platform for practical learning and the advancement of artisan skills.
Promotion of Bidriware
Through its work with artisans and craft-development initiatives, the organisation contributes to creating greater visibility for Bidriware and the skilled craftspeople behind it.
Our Commitment
At Black Gold Bidri Handicraft Producer Company Limited, we believe that preserving a craft means preserving the people, knowledge and skills that keep it alive. Our commitment is to support Bidri artisans by creating avenues for learning, development and collective growth, while encouraging the continued practice of traditional craftsmanship. By connecting heritage skills with contemporary opportunities, we aim to contribute to a stronger and more sustainable future for Bidriware and its artisan community.
Our Vision
To strengthen the Bidri craft ecosystem by empowering artisans, preserving traditional knowledge, encouraging innovation and promoting Bidriware as a living cultural heritage.
Our Focus
Artisan Empowerment • Skill Development • Design Innovation • Knowledge Preservation • Craft Promotion • Sustainable Craft Development