Modern looms boost Kashmiri carpet weaving heritage
Srinagar, September 11, 2025 – Union Textiles Secretary Neelam Shami Rao reaffirmed the government’s commitment to preserving and promoting Kashmir’s centuries-old tradition of hand-knotted carpet weaving during a significant event at the Indian Institute of Carpet Technology (IICT) campus in Srinagar. The occasion marked the distribution of Modified Modern Steel Carpet Looms to artisans under the Integrated Wool Development Programme […]
Kashmir’s handicraft exports soar to ₹309.62 crore in Q1, marking a cultural and economic revival
SRINAGAR, July 23, 2025:Kashmir’s world-renowned handicrafts sector has recorded an impressive upswing in performance, with exports touching ₹309.62 crore in the first quarter of the current financial year (April–June 2025). This marks a substantial rise from ₹126.90 crore during the same period last year—reflecting a growth of over 143%. This surge in export value is […]
Eight more Kashmiri Crafts earn GI tag, celebrating heritage and empowering artisans
Srinagar, April 4, 2025: Kashmir’s vibrant artisanal legacy reached a new milestone as eight traditional crafts received Geographical Indication tag recognition from the GI Registry in Chennai. The newly registered crafts—Kashmir Namda, Kashmir Gabba, Kashmir Willow Bat, Kashmir Tweed, Crewel, Kashmir Chain Stitch, Shikara, and Wagguv—join seven previously recognised crafts, bringing the total number of […]
Eight iconic Kashmir crafts secure geographical indication status, boosting global recognition
Srinagar, April 3, 2025 — In a landmark achievement for Jammu and Kashmir’s cultural heritage, eight traditional crafts from the region have been granted Geographical Indication status, reinforcing their authenticity and elevating their stature in global markets. The recognition, awarded by the Geographical Indications Registry, celebrates the unparalleled artistry of Kashmir’s artisans and aims to […]