India
Eight Artisans Showcase India’s Traditional Crafts at BRICS Parliamentary Forum
At the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, eight artisans from eight Indian states displayed their handmade crafts at a two‑day Cultural Bazar held alongside the forum. The event, supported by the Centre’s PM Vishwakarma scheme, offered delegates a view of India’s indigenous skills and living cultural heritage. Crafts on display came from Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Bihar, Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir, and Nagaland. Exhibits ranged from Dokra metalwork and marble sculptures to Kolhapuri chappals, traditional wooden toys, lac bangles, Kashmiri garments and crochet dolls inspired by Naga attire and tribal motifs. Artisans also demonstrated their craft‑making techniques. Makbul Jadu Patiya from Jharkhand showcased Dokra metal craft, known for its intricate designs and ancient lost‑wax casting technique. Anurag Sahu from Madhya Pradesh displayed marble sculptures and decorative products associated with Jabalpur’s stone craft. Bajirao Shamrao Satpute presented handcrafted Kolhapuri chappals from Maharashtra. Deepu S from Karnataka showcased traditional Channapatna and Kinhal toys. Dheeraj Kumar from Bihar displayed wooden and stone sculptures of Lord Buddha and other deities. Mohamad Nasim from Rajasthan presented handcrafted lac bangles. Masrat Fayaz from Jammu and Kashmir showcased traditional garments, including pherans, shawls and stoles. Throngli Sangtam from Nagaland displayed crochet dolls inspired by the state’s cultural motifs.