Handloom Haat Janpath to Host Special Handloom Expo: A Unique Platform for Traditional Indian Weavers

New Delhi: A Special Handloom Expo will be held at Handloom Haat, Janpath, New Delhi, from December 1 to December 8, 2024. The event is organized by the National Design Centre (NDC) in collaboration with the Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. The expo will be open daily from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

This expo is dedicated to promoting traditional Indian handloom products, with over 75 weavers, self-help groups (SHGs), and cooperatives participating. Its primary objective is to connect weavers directly with buyers, exporters, designers, and customers, offering them a unique platform to showcase and market their creations.

Visitors will experience over 50 weaving styles from various states, including silk and cotton sarees, dress materials, home furnishings, shawls, bed linens, and other handmade textile products. Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase these items directly from the artisans.

The event Is designed to help weavers expand their reach into national and international markets, supporting their business growth. Additionally, it provides the public with an opportunity to explore and appreciate the diversity and richness of India’s traditional textile arts.

A large turnout Is expected, offering visitors the chance to enrich their wardrobes while discovering the vibrant cultural heritage of Indian weaving.