Giriraj Singh, Hon’ble Minister of Textiles, inaugurated Indie Haat at the National Crafts Museum and Hastkala Academy, New Delhi. Speaking at the event, Shri Giriraj Singh, Hon’ble Minister of Textiles, remarked that Indie Haat is not just an exhibition, but a celebration of India’s rich textile and handicraft heritage.
Through this platform, we are not only preserving traditional crafts but also providing artisans and weavers with direct access to global markets, HMoT added.The Indie Haat event, which runs from February 12 to 18, 2025, is designed to showcase India’s traditional artistry to an international audience.
The participating handicraft artisans at Indie Haat represent a diverse range of craft traditions from various regions of India. Indie Haat features a vibrant display of 80 different types of handcrafted and handwoven products, crafted by 85 artisans and weavers from across the country.
Their crafts include Gulabi Minakari, Tarkasi craft, Mithila painting, black pottery, Chamba Rumal, Punjabi Jutti, Kalamkari painting, Bidri craft, Bastar Dhokra, Gujarat Suf embroidery, Kutch Ajrakh hand block printing, Aranmula metal mirror, and many more.
The textiles they showcase include Paithani sarees, Tussar silk sarees, Jamdani sarees, Pashmina shawls, Muga silk sarees, Uppada Jamdani, Maheshwari sarees, and handloom yoga mats, highlighting the rich weaving heritage of India.The event is inter weaved with Bharat Tex 2025, which will be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi from Feb 14 to 17 2025.
In addition to the artisans exhibiting at the National Crafts Museum, 30 artisans will be giving live craft demonstrations at Bharat Mandapam within the fold of Bharat Tex 2025, further amplifying their visibility among international buyers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.
To maximize engagement, Indie Haat’s e-invite has been included in the official buyer kit, and extensive promotional activities are being conducted throughout Bharat Mandapam to attract global participation.Bharat Tex 2025 will cover a 2.2 million square feet exhibition space, with over 5,000+ exhibitors.
The event at Bharat Mandapam is expected to attract 6,000+ international buyers from 110+ countries and over 120,000+ visitors, including policymakers, global CEOs, and industry leaders.This special initiative organised by the Office of the Development Commissioners (Handicrafts & Handlooms), celebrates India’s rich handloom and handicraft heritage by providing artisans and weavers with a global platform to showcase their craft.
It has been thoughtfully curated in collaboration with the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), ensuring that India’s finest craftsmanship is presented in a contemporary and engaging manner.Visitors to Indie Haat can experience live demonstrations of traditional craft techniques, providing them with an opportunity to witness India’s centuries-old craftsmanship firsthand. The event also enables direct engagement between artisans and buyers, facilitating market linkages and economic empowerment for these skilled craftspersons.