Takdira Begum

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Takdira Begum
Born (1953-11-13) November 13, 1953 (age 71)
Srikrishnapur, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal, India
Awards Shilp Guru, Padma Shri

Takdira Begum (born 13 November 1953) a recipient of the Padma Shri award from Bolpur, Birbhum in West Bengal, [1] is known for her contributions to the traditional craft of Nakshi Kantha embroidery. [2] [3]

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Early life and background

Takdira's father originally belonged to Shrikrishnapur, but later moved to live in Jaykrishnapur. Takdira studied up to the 10th grade at Bhedia Girls' School in Ausgram. Her interest in stitching and embroidery began as early as the fifth grade. [4] Inspired by her mother's work in Kantha embroidery, she was drawn beyond traditional academics to the intricate art of needlework. [5] [6]

Life

Takdira has dedicated over 30 years to the art of Kantha embroidery. She acquired her foundational stitching skills during her school years, which later evolved into both her passion and her means of livelihood. [7] After receiving the Padma Shri award, she highlighted the significance of empowering marginalized communities and motivating minority women to engage in work that enhances their living conditions. [8]

Currently, she operates from home, with her daughter and son-in-law in Delhi overseeing the sales of her handcrafted products.

Personal life

Takdira entered into marriage at the age of 19 and shortly thereafter gave birth to three daughters. She found herself subjected to the constraints of a patriarchal society. [9] [10]

Awards

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