Guwahati: The ongoing Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 is attracting thousands of visitors in Guwahati, showcasing India’s rich and diverse heritage of traditional handicrafts and handloom products.
The fair, which began on October 21, is being held at Farm Gate in Khanapara, Guwahati. It has continued to draw visitors from the city and adjoining areas, with colourful and distinctive handicraft and handloom products attracting shoppers.
Stall owners are reporting encouraging sales as visitors explore and purchase a variety of traditional products. The mela provides customers with direct access to artisans’ goods, creating opportunities for craftspeople to reach buyers and generate income.
The event also aims to support women and other artisans by helping strengthen their livelihoods through direct sales. By bringing traditional products closer to consumers, the fair offers a platform to promote indigenous craftsmanship and sustain livelihoods associated with handloom and handicraft production.
The Shilp Samagam Mela highlights the variety of India’s traditional arts and crafts while providing artisans with an opportunity to showcase their skills and products to a wider audience.
The fair continues to attract shoppers and visitors, reflecting public interest in traditional handicrafts and handloom products.
