The once bustling roadside stores selling indigenous toys now wear a desolate look as they are unable to compete with the changing market dynamics. The dust has settled in many of the famed wooden rocking horses that once enticed customers from a distance.
Despite positive developments such as increased consumer awareness and a geographical indication certification, challenges remain for many artisans.
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