New Delhi, July 28: Member of Parliament and Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut visited the Weaves of India Festival at the Central Cottage Industries Emporium (The Cottage), Janpath, New Delhi. During her visit, she explored the exhibition featuring 116 traditional handloom weaves from across the country and interacted with master weavers from different states, appreciating their craftsmanship and the rich legacy of India’s handloom traditions.
Kangana Ranaut closely observed renowned handloom traditions including Banarasi, Chanderi, Maheshwari, Jamdani, Muga, and Bhagalpuri Silk, among many others. She praised India’s vibrant textile heritage and highlighted the importance of supporting the country’s traditional weaving communities.
Kangana Ranaut said, “I am very delighted to be here. As you know, when people used to meet me, they used to say that they liked my acting a lot. They used to ask me where I get my sarees from. So, everybody is so curious about where I get my sarees from. I tell everybody that I directly get my sarees from the weavers. Whether it is the Prime Minister’s efforts for Make in India, Made in India or for self-reliance.”
The exhibition is being jointly organised by the Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles, and the Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India (CCIC). It will remain open to the public until 7 August 2026, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM every day.
The festival brings together 116 traditional handloom weaves from across India under one roof. National Award-winning weavers from various states are showcasing and offering for sale an exquisite collection of traditional sarees, dupattas, shawls, and other handcrafted textile products.
The Weaves of India Festival is more than an exhibition—it is a celebration of India’s rich textile traditions, cultural heritage, and the timeless artistry of generations of weavers. The initiative aims to promote Indian handlooms, provide greater visibility to weavers, and connect more people with the country’s diverse weaving traditions.