New Delhi: The National Design Centre (NDC), in collaboration with the Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, and India Handloom, is set to organize the Special Handloom Expo – “Soot Sangam” at Handloom Haat, Janpath, New Delhi, from 24 June to 01 July 2026.
The eight-day exhibition will bring together more than 70 weavers, Self-Help Groups (SHGs), and cooperative societies from across the country, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience India’s diverse handloom traditions and handcrafted textiles under one roof.
Open daily from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, the expo aims to promote India’s rich handloom heritage, create greater market access for weavers, and connect consumers directly with authentic handloom products from various regions of the country.
Visitors will be able to explore and purchase a wide range of traditional handloom products, including silk and cotton sarees, suit-dupatta sets, shawls, stoles, bed linen, home furnishings, kurtas, dhotis, durries, and other handcrafted items. The exhibition will feature products from several states, including Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Jammu & Kashmir, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
More than just an exhibition, “Soot Sangam” is a celebration of India’s vibrant weaving traditions, cultural diversity, and craftsmanship. The event seeks to strengthen the connection between artisans and consumers while encouraging support for indigenous products and reinforcing the spirit of “My Handloom, My Pride.”
The initiative reflects the continued efforts of the Ministry of Textiles and the National Design Centre to support the handloom sector, enhance livelihood opportunities for weavers, and promote India’s textile heritage among a wider audience.