New Delhi, Nov 04th: Celebrating India's rich handloom heritage, traditional weaving techniques and the exceptional craftsmanship of its weavers, the “India Weaves – Exclusive Handloom Expo” will be held from 5 to 12 November 2026, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, at Aga Khan Hall, 6 Bhagwan Das Road, Mandi House, New Delhi. The exhibition is being organised by the Association of Corporations and Apex Societies of Handlooms (ACASH).
The eight-day exhibition will bring together the diverse handloom traditions, traditional fabrics and distinctive weaving styles of different states across India. A total of 45 weavers will participate in the exhibition, showcasing their handcrafted traditional handloom products. The initiative aims to promote Indian handloom products, provide recognition to weavers and preserve the country's rich weaving heritage
“India Weaves” will showcase handloom products from several states, including Assam, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Odisha and Jammu & Kashmir. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the beauty, diversity and uniqueness of Indian handloom traditions. The exhibition will feature traditional sarees, handloom fabrics, handcrafted textiles and a wide range of attractive products reflecting India's traditional weaving techniques.
Live Weaving Demonstrations and Cultural Programmes to Be Key Attractions
One of the major highlights of the exhibition will be live demonstrations of traditional weaving techniques by master weavers. These demonstrations will allow visitors to witness the intricate process of handloom weaving and understand how traditional fabrics are created. In addition, cultural programmes showcasing the art and music of different states across the country will also be organised, adding to the overall experience of the exhibition.
Promoting Indian Weavers and Traditional Art
The primary objective of the exhibition is to provide a platform for weavers and organisations associated with the handloom sector to showcase their products, expand their reach and gain wider recognition. The initiative also aims to preserve traditional weaving techniques and generate greater awareness about India's rich textile heritage.
Handloom products represent an important part of India's culture, regional identity and craftsmanship passed down through generations. Such exhibitions create valuable opportunities for weavers to connect with markets, promote their products and gain recognition for their skills. At the same time, visitors get an opportunity to appreciate the uniqueness, quality and cultural significance of traditionally handcrafted textiles.
