NIFT Bhopal celebrated the Handicraft Fortnight with a vibrant event.

CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: NIFT Bhopal celebrated Handicraft Fortnight with a vibrant event, honoring India’s rich textile heritage. The event focused on the Craft Research and Documentation (CRD) program, which is part of NIFT’s Craft Cluster initiative. This initiative connects students with various handicraft clusters across India, allowing them to directly engage with artisans, understand traditional techniques, and recognize the challenges they face. Clusters such as Chanderi, Banaras, and Khajuraho, known for their unique weaving styles and cultural significance, were highlighted.

Faculty members, including Ayan Tiwari (CC FC), Dr. Hema Dubey (AD – Fashion and Lifestyle Accessory), Ms. Nayantara Singh (Student Development Activity Council-SDAC), and Dr. Anupam Saxena (CIC), shared their experiences working with these clusters and emphasized the impact of the program on both students and artisans. Students also shared their experiences, with Japjyot Kaur (FD – Fashion Design) talking about her journey, while other students like Manushree and Mahak (FD – Chanderi), Charvi Vyas and Khushi (FC – Fashion Communication, Banaras), Anushka Indurkar and Parul Dwivedi (TD – Textile Design, Banaras), and Aastha Shah and Rishita Baldota (AD – Khajuraho) presented their perspectives.

The day concluded with the screening of the documentary “Khadi Smart Textiles,” which highlighted the importance of khadi in Indian life and its potential for rural employment generation. The event ended with a “Har Ghar Tiranga” campus walk, led by the Director and Joint Director and organized by the Student Development Activity Council. This event also served as the closing ceremony of Handicraft Fortnight, reinforcing NIFT Bhopal’s commitment to preserving traditional crafts and promoting innovation in the textile industry.