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    13 Jul 2026Meetings and Conferences

    Indie Haat 2026

    India
    In Short এক নজরে

    The News in Brief

    Indie Haat 2026 is a special exhibition celebrating India's handloom and handicraft heritage. It is being held from 10–19 July 2026 at the National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy, New Delhi, and was inaugurated by Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh on 13 July 2026. The event is linked with Bharat Tex 2026 and showcases products from 48 artisans and weavers along with 12 NIFT alumni brands.

    Place and Time

    • Venue: National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy, New Delhi
    • Duration: 10–19 July 2026
    • Inauguration: 13 July 2026

    Why this is important

    • Promotes India's traditional handloom and handicraft sector.
    • Supports the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Vocal for Local initiatives.
    • Connects Indian artisans with international buyers visiting Bharat Tex 2026, helping expand exports and livelihoods.

    Main points to remember

    • Organised by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) and Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles.
    • Curated by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT).
    • Features live craft demonstrations and traditional crafts such as Dokra, Jamdani, Pichwai, Blue Pottery, Kantha embroidery, Muga and Eri silk, and Odisha Ikat.
    • Bharat Tex 2026 is scheduled from 14–17 July 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.