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Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 Highlights India's Handicrafts and Handloom Heritage in Guwahati
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🗓 28 Oct 2026, 09:37 AM
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The Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 opened in Guwahati, presenting a wide range of Indian handicrafts and handloom products from across the country.
The three‑day Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 kicked off in Guwahati, Assam, bringing together artisans and weavers from different parts of India. The fair is positioned as a platform to exhibit the country's diverse handicraft and handloom traditions under one roof.
Exhibitors include craftsmen of woodwork, metalwork, pottery, embroidery and traditional textiles, each demonstrating techniques passed down through generations. Visitors can observe live demonstrations, interact with makers and purchase authentic pieces directly from the creators.
Organisers have emphasized that the event seeks to revive interest in indigenous crafts, support rural livelihoods and promote sustainable production methods. Cultural performances and workshops are scheduled throughout the fair to deepen public appreciation of the skills involved.
The venue is expected to attract tourists, collectors and industry buyers, fostering market linkages that could benefit the participating artisans beyond the exhibition period.
Exhibitors include craftsmen of woodwork, metalwork, pottery, embroidery and traditional textiles, each demonstrating techniques passed down through generations. Visitors can observe live demonstrations, interact with makers and purchase authentic pieces directly from the creators.
Organisers have emphasized that the event seeks to revive interest in indigenous crafts, support rural livelihoods and promote sustainable production methods. Cultural performances and workshops are scheduled throughout the fair to deepen public appreciation of the skills involved.
The venue is expected to attract tourists, collectors and industry buyers, fostering market linkages that could benefit the participating artisans beyond the exhibition period.