From Paper Waste to Eco Diyas: A Journey in Photos

The fascinating transformation of paper waste into eco-friendly diyas by rural artisans in Haryana, depicted through a series of sixteen photos.

As the festive season inches closer, we bring you a beautiful photo essay by Council Member Nilanjana Das, where she captures the step-by-step transformation of waste paper into colourful eco-friendly diyas, handcrafted with love by rural artisans at the Action Center for Transformation (ACT), a Gurugram-based civil society organisation (CSO) founded by Nilanjana in 2010.

1. Paper waste ready to get a new life. 2. Paper being cut into strips and rolled into discs. 3. Rolled paper ready to be converted into eco diyas.

4. Paper discs being shaped into diyas by magic hands

5. Little diyas ready for the next step. 6. Time for a generous coat of clay. 7. Drying in the sun.

8. Adding colour for a festive feel

9. Acrylic colours add a festive charm. 10. The wax is ready. 11. Wax being poured uniformly into each diya.

12. Wicks are placed in each diya.

13. The artisans with their creation. 14. Made with the 'upcycling' technique, these diyas have a lower carbon footprint. 15. The hands of socially and economically empowered women.

16. Meet the Paper Wings team

We hope you enjoyed this post. You can find more eco products by Paper Wings here.

Write to ACT: actfordevelopment@gmail.com

Learn more about Nilanjana’s work:

Nilanjana Das: Helping Rural Homemakers Soar with 'Paper Wings' of Artistic Treasures

Until next time, adios from the WICCI Haryana Arts Council Newsletter team!

email: haryana.arts.council@gmail.com