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– The Indie Haat event, which runs from February 12 to 18, 2025, is interweaved with Bharat Tex 2025, India’s largest global textile event
– The participating artisans and weavers at Indie Haat represent a diverse range of craft traditions from various states of India such as Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan among others
New Delhi, February 13, 2025 – Shri Giriraj Singh, Hon’ble Minister of Textiles, inaugurated Indie Haat today at the National Crafts Museum and Hastkala Academy, New Delhi, in the esteemed presence of Shri Pabitra Margherita, Hon’ble Minister of State for Textiles, and Smt. Neelam Shami Rao, Secretary, Textiles. This special initiative organized by 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. The event is inter weaved with Bharat Tex 2025, which will be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi from Feb 14 to 17 2025. 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.
Indie Haat commenced with a traditional welcome for the dignitaries, followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony and the lighting of a ceremonial lamp at the entry gate of the Craft Village. The Ministers then proceeded to tour the exhibition, where they interacted with the participating artisans and weavers, gaining insights into the intricate craftsmanship behind their handmade products.
Speaking at the event, Shri Giriraj Singh, Hon’ble Minister of Textiles, remarked, “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.”
The Indie Haat event, which runs from February 12 to 18, 2025, is designed to showcase India’s traditional artistry to an international audience, 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. These include 55 handicrafts artisans representing 17 states and 3 Union Territories, and 30 handloom weavers from 20 states and 1 Union Territory.
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. The exhibition includes a wide range of handmade products, including textiles, pottery, jewelry, glasswork, metalware, cane and bamboo crafts, and more, showcasing the diversity and cultural richness of India’s artistic traditions.
The participating handicraft artisans at Indie Haat represent a diverse range of craft traditions from various regions of India. They come from states such as Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Puducherry, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. 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.
Similarly, the handloom weavers hail from states such as Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, Haryana, West Bengal, Manipur, Assam, Odisha, Meghalaya, Bihar, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Kerala. 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.
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.
