Threads of Hope Bazaar opens in Hyderabad

Metro India News | Hyderabad 

A two-day Threads of Hope Bazaar, organised by the Crafts Council of Telangana (CCT), was inaugurated at its premises in MLA Colony, Off Road No. 12, Banjara Hills, to support artisans whose livelihoods were severely affected by the devastating fire at Dastkar Nature Bazaar in New Delhi.

The bazaar was inaugurated by renowned television presenter, actress and producer Jhansi Laxmi in the presence of members of the Crafts Council of Telangana, designers, craft revivalists, collectors and craft enthusiasts. Addressing the gathering, Jhansi Laxmi said every handmade creation carries the story of an artisan. She noted that supporting the bazaar was not just about purchasing handcrafted products but also about helping artisan families rebuild their lives after a devastating tragedy. The exhibition brings together 26 artisan groups and creative enterprises directly impacted by the Delhi fire, reflecting the diversity of India's traditional crafts. Artisans from Kashmir, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Rajasthan, West Bengal and several other regions are showcasing their work at the event.

Visitors can explore a wide range of handcrafted products, including Banarasi sarees, Ajrakh and Bagru prints, Chikankari textiles, Pashmina shawls, bamboo crafts, papier-mâché products, tribal jewellery, Kantha and Lambani embroidery, hemp clothing, handmade rugs, carpets, home décor items and sustainable lifestyle products. Among the participating exhibitors are Floral Doodle Handloom from Mubarkpur, SA Carpet Rugs from Mirzapur, Bare Hands Crafted by Amit Khandelwal, Bespoke by Saurabh from Pune, Rida Kaari Studio, Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra, Kirgiti, Bent Handcrafts from Assam, Naie Kiran from Kashmir and Afghan Handcrafts.

More than a shopping event, Threads of Hope Bazaar represents solidarity with artisan communities rebuilding after loss. Every purchase directly contributes towards restoring livelihoods while preserving India's rich craft traditions for future generations.