

Jagannatha K S
Founder and Administrator
Retired government junior college principal, Sanskrit professor, philosopher, administrator & writer.
Sindhu Jagannath
Co-founder
Practising Architect, Assistant Professor at Dayanand Sagar college of Engineering & a conservation enthusiast.
Idea behind Prathama Srsti
Welcome to Prathama Srsti
Preserving Heritage. Empowering Artists. Delivering Authenticity.
At Prathama Srsti (prathamaSrsti.in), we believe that every traditional art form carries the soul of its birthplace. India, a vibrant global cultural hub, has nurtured exquisite arts and crafts since ancient times. These traditional creations do more than decorate our spaces—they enrich our lives, beautifully blending timeless aesthetics with everyday utility.
The Challenge We Face:
Today, centuries-old art forms face an existential threat. Our markets are flooded with cheap, mass-produced imitations that dilute India's rich heritage. This unfair competition pushes genuine, generational artists into financial hardship and brings many priceless traditional art forms to the brink of extinction.
Our Twofold Mission
We founded Prathama Srsti with a clear, passionate purpose:
1. Protecting Heritage & Uplifting Artisans
We deal exclusively in Geographical Indication (GI) Tagged products. A GI tag is a government-backed guarantee of origin, authenticity, and community heritage. By focusing solely on GI-tagged creations, we achieve two vital goals:
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Preserving Identity: We protect the unique, historical relationship between a craft and its geographical region.
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Economic Empowerment: We provide a direct marketplace for certified artists, ensuring they receive fair value for their master craftsmanship and helping secure their livelihoods.
2. Bridging the Gap Between Patrons and Creators
We serve as a reliable, transparent bridge connecting conscious patrons and art enthusiasts who seek genuine masterpieces with the certified artists who meticulously craft them.
The Prathama Srsti Promise
Every single item on our platform is:
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100% Authentic: Sourced directly from GI Tag-certified artists.
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Handpicked: Personally curated to ensure unmatched quality and aesthetic value.
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Direct from the Source: Procured from the exact place of origin to preserve its cultural integrity.
Whether you are a local art lover or a global collector, Prathama Srsti brings the authentic, unfiltered soul of Indian craftsmanship straight to your doorstep.