Craftकथा 2025, an exhibition showcasing artisans from across India, was inaugurated by Sudha Murty, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), at Handloom Haat, Janpath, New Delhi, as part of the National Handicrafts & Heritage Week 2025 celebrations. She was accompanied by Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) Amrit Raj, Development Commissioner (Handlooms) Dr. M. Beena, and other senior officials of the Ministry of Textiles.

Craftकथा 2025 aims to celebrate India’s artistic heritage by promoting sustainable livelihoods, encouraging young artisans, and strengthening grassroots craft ecosystems. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience live demonstrations, craft storytelling sessions, exclusive handcrafted collections, and interactive engagements with artisans.

The event was organised in collaboration with the National Handloom Development Corporation (NHDC) and the All India Artisans & Craft workers Welfare Association (AIACA), the initiative that brings together India’s diverse craft traditions, master artisans, and unique handmade products on a single platform.

The initiative underscores the continued efforts of the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) to empower artisans, support craft clusters, and expand market access for India’s vibrant handicraft sector. Craftकथा 2025 is open to craft lovers, buyers, designers, students, and the general public to experience India’s creativity and craftsmanship at Handloom Haat, Janpath, New Delhi, from 11 AM to 8 PM daily till 17 December 2025.

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