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- Social worker G. N. Gopikrishna died on September 20 at age 75 in Lakshmeshwar.
- He was a dedicated advocate for Indian artisans who helped integrate traditional crafts into international markets.
- The social worker notably negotiated with the fashion house Prada after the company used Kolhapuri chappal designs without permission.
- His efforts led to local artisans receiving training from the company's engineers.
- He is remembered for his extensive contributions to the development of rural skill training and handicraft branding across India.
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Named India · Belagavi · Fabindia · Karnataka · Kolhapuri Chappal Artisans’ Association · Oxfam · Prada · Tata Institute of Social Sciences · G.N. Gopikrishna · Government of Karnataka · Lloyd Richard
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