he exhibition, an initiative of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) under the Ministry of Textiles, highlights India’s rich craft heritage and its relevance in sustainable, modern lifestyles.
New Delhi, December 13, 2025: Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh today inaugurated the ‘Crafted for the Future – Weave the Future 3.0’ exhibition at the National Crafts Museum.
The inauguration was graced by the presence of eminent dignitaries, including Ms. Amrit Raj, Development Commissioner (Handicrafts); Ms. Radhika Kaul Batra, Chief of Staff, UN Resident Coordinator’s Office; renowned ecological restorer Ms. Padmavati Dwivedi; and Swami Prem Parivartan (Peepal Baba), Founder of the Give Me Trees Trust.
Shri Giriraj Singh, during the inauguration, said that the youth are learning about traditional crafts and designing modern products, which make them appreciated by global audiences. We currently export crafts worth INR 50000 crore (INR fifty thousand crore) which we should aim to take upto INR 100000 crore (INR one lakh crore). I am confident that we will take the various crafts from India to the world.
Crafted for the Future, an initiative of DC Handicrafts, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, is a 10-day exhibition as part of National Handicrafts Week. Everyone can visit the exhibition for free, which will run until 21 December 2025.
Crafted for the Future, the third edition of the Weave the Future series, highlights everyday material culture and the deep connection between communities, their environment, and the materials they use. Showcasing artisans and material innovators from across India, the initiative emphasizes ecological balance, regional identity, and material intelligence.
Speaking at the event, Ms. Amrit Raj, DC Handicrafts, said, “Weave the Future celebrates craft as a living force, adapting traditional material cultures for a balanced and responsible way of life.”
Visitors can engage with programming that immerses them in the origins, processes, and contemporary potential of India’s crafts.
- Immersive installations exploring the journeys of everyday materials
- Curated craft marketplace featuring artisans and collectives working with local, regenerative materials
- Daily film screenings, demonstrations, and conversations on material origins and craft processes
- Hands-on workshops led by artisans, designers, and practitioners across ceramics, embroidery, wool, bamboo, natural dyes, food traditions, and more (registration required for workshops)
The event encourages public engagement with material origins and craft-led ecological knowledge systems, fostering a deeper understanding of how sustainable futures can be shaped through conscious relationships with materials and makers.
About Crafted for the Future
Crafted for the Future, part of the Weave the Future platform by DC Handicrafts, Ministry of Textiles, highlights artisans and designers blending tradition with modern living. The initiative presents craft as a dynamic knowledge system shaping sustainable futures.
