Six-day exhibition features 150 master weavers with exclusive festive collections.
Chandigarh, 21 November 2025:
The National Silk Expo – Wedding Season Special opened at Himachal Bhawan, Sector 28B, Madhya Marg on Friday, drawing a strong turnout from shoppers and handloom enthusiasts. The six-day event, which runs from 21 to 26 November 2025, remains open daily from 11 AM to 9 PM with free entry for all visitors.
Bringing the spotlight back to the country’s weaving heritage, the expo features more than 150 master weavers and designers from across India. Exhibitors are showcasing a wide range of pure silk and cotton sarees, designer apparel, handcrafted jewellery and exclusive festive and bridal collections. Styles such as Banarasi, Kanchipuram, Chanderi, Maheshwari, Uppada, Ikkat and Tussar, along with contemporary fusion designs, form part of the diverse display aimed at wedding season shoppers.
Speaking at the inauguration, Jayesh Kumar of the Gramin Hastkala Vikas Samiti and organiser of the National Silk Expo, underlined the social purpose behind the event. “The expo is not just a platform for showcasing products; it is a movement to support and empower the weavers of India. Our main objective is to promote traditional artisans, provide them with a sustainable marketplace and ensure that their exquisite handloom creations reach customers directly,” he said. He added that the initiative has helped create strong markets for weavers in cities where commercial exposure is limited. “Visitors can be assured of authentic, pure silk and cotton products sourced straight from the artisans, without any middlemen,” he noted.
The opening day saw visitors browsing through festive and bridal collections and interacting with artisans to learn more about the craftsmanship involved. All stalls at the exhibition support convenient payments through UPI, debit and credit cards.
Organisers urged residents of Chandigarh to take advantage of the event, which brings India’s finest textile traditions under one roof. With the festive and wedding season approaching, the expo promises a unique shopping experience rooted in culture and craftsmanship.
The National Silk Expo will continue till 26 November 2025, offering visitors an opportunity to explore handwoven textiles and support skilled weavers from across the country.
