The erstwhile Manjusha under the West Bengal Handicrafts Development Corporationwas a loss bearing enterprise. Manjusha posted its first operational profit of Rs 3.15 crore since 1976, while Tantuja (under the West Bengal State Handloom Weavers Cooperative Society), set up in 1945, made record operational profits in 2015-16 at Rs 3.5 crore. Till 2013, the two entities - established with the purpose of promoting and marketing the craftsmanship of Bengal - were heavily subsidised by the state government. After coming to power in 2011, Mamata Banerjeeinitiated the development of a micro, small and medium enterprises. In 2013, Biswa Bangla came into existence to promote the state's dying arts and crafts. The first store to sell products under the brand came up in 2014 in Kolkata.[5]

The store is a decent size store with a lot of handicraft items which are highly priced. These shops are only frequented by people who will not get a chance to visit the poush mela or the karunamoyee mela etc and hence they will pay the price for the items which are 1/10th in places like Kumartuli and other artisan areas. Good collection of items and polite staff.

Nice collection of sarees, home decor available here. Although bit pricey but collection awesome. Staffs are very cooperative

Not a very warm team. When I asked the individual at the counter, regarding any warranty on the handicrafts, which were nothing less than 2-5k minimum, they said there's none and to check properly before purchasing. Doesn't sound right - paying 2k for something and the paint rubs off and you guys don't do anything about it..

Very intriguing and unique selection of merchandise. However, there could be more variety. The choice is rather limited so there is scope for improvement.

Various types of indigenous, tribal artistic products, pure honey of sundarban, tea of darjeeling, and many more products are available here......

Store has good collection but the behaviour of the man behind the cash counter was unacceptable. He was quite rude. We had gone to exchange a saree bought online but instead of cooperating, he said a flat no. His way of talking was not right. Had to call the head office and Mr. Mafizul offered his kind help and got us through the process.

Excellent collection, reasonably priced (when there's a discount going on 😀), friendly salespersons, good source for all things bangla under one roof

Nice store, large number of choices of gift article kind courteous staff. They are expensive but quality is very good

This is an incredible store for sarees, stoles, idols, paintings and so much more. The staff are polite and extremely helpful. You will find stuff for men and women. A must visit place.

Sooo poor service of serving food. Wait for half an hour even you order chapatti. Only waste of time at that place. Place look good

Government run store, perfect place to buy authentic Benhali culture depicting items to take as souvenir back home but bit pricey.

Yeah it's a little bit costly but the quality of the product is very good

Excellent collection of all things a tourist visiting Kolkata would want to pick and at very reasonable prices. The Fabindia kind of a store without the shocking pricetags!

They have good collections unique of bengal, but rates are on higher side

Lovely stuffs. Kasondi, tulsi ark, achar, honey and many more items. Decorative items gift items etc.

Shop run by govt. Of Bengal. All items are locally sourced and are authentic hence price is a bit on the higher side.

Fabulous selection ranges of traditional Bengal handicrafts and indigenous items !!! Liked very much !!

Grossly overpriced! Even Banalaksmi Ghee is priced double of the actual price. Limited range of products, staff is very casual and disinterested. AVOID THIS STORE!

This store has cutural-contextual, souveniers to keep and give to a Global audience. This store represents truly Bengal and truly Bangali.

A good store with a collection of artefacts from all over Bengal. The collection is a very good one too. Service is equally good. Just the right place to buy gifts n souvenirs for friends n family. I liked the place immensely!!

Best place to buy authentic artifacts, saree, dresses, clothes for men, gift items, food items etc from the artisans if Bengal. Price - Reasonable Quality of Products - 100 out 10 If could give. Honestly, the best place to buy authentic products of Bengal at Reasonable price.

Great place with a variety of collection from west Bengal art and culture.But the prices are a bit on the higher side.

Basic store some good collections

You will get authentic good quality handicraft products in a little expensive price.

Bangaliayna Rocks 😍

Get original product from all over Bengal

Decent place to get your souvenirs from when in Kolkata. Collection is good and staff is polite too. Would be great if more stock of utility items can be added to collection,

Really loved all the show pieces and miniature arts...a good place to pick gifts and souvenirs for family and friends...

Very unprofessional sales team. They will not pack your item however costly it may be. Not bothered to lose sales and customers for this. Fixed salary every month so not bothered.

Good options. Costly stuff. Staff needs to be more friendly (too much attitude) and at closing time it's like : go, tomorrow.

Good ambience. Helpful store manager.Wide Varieties.Pride of West Bengal . Very traditional.

Ordered honey from this store and it came broken. My money hot waste. Calling them but phone is not picking up. Want refund.

For a tourist in the city, a perfect place to shop for locally sourced artefacts!

A great place for ethenic things, you will find the 'sanskriti' of west Bengal here, must visit.

The staffs were not polite at all. One staff was extremely arrogant and rude. He behaved in such an insulting way that made us walk out of the store. They don't even deserve 1/4th a star.

Apart from books, it offers a lot of handmade things and art supplies. Also it is linked to Chai break, where you can spend a nice time