Rlys’ OSOP expands to over 2,000 stations, empowers 1.32 lakh artisans

Key Highlights

• These outlets have become a source of livelihood for thousands of local artisans, weavers, and small producers who now have a direct connection with millions of passengers every day, as per the statement.
• Since the launch of OSOP in 2022, the initiative has created direct economic opportunities for more than 1.32 lakh beneficiaries across India, it added.
• Beyond numbers, OSOP is helping revive traditional crafts and regional specialties that were once losing prominence.
• From handmade pottery and bamboo work in the Northeast to spices, handlooms, and local sweets in other regions, the products bring the essence of each area to travellers.
• By integrating commerce with culture, Indian Railways has transformed stations into hubs of local enterprise.