Kolkata, August 4: India’s rich handloom legacy took centre stage as DHAROHAR 4.0 celebrated National Handloom Day with a spectacular evening dedicated to art, culture and sustainable fashion. The event brought together eminent personalities, designers, artisans and cultural leaders to promote India’s timeless weaving traditions and encourage support for indigenous craftsmanship.
The celebration was graced by Smt. Keya Ghosh, Spokesperson of the West Bengal BJP, as the Guest of Honour. Among the distinguished guests were actress and model Richa Sharma, Manoshi Roy Chowdhury, Co-Chairperson of Techno India Group, Dr. Rupali Basu, Regional Business Head (East & AP), HCG Cancer Hospitals, Seema Sapru, Principal of The Heritage School, actress Sayantani Guhathakurta, and acclaimed filmmaker Sudeshna Roy.
The highlight of the evening was an elegant Handloom Fashion Walk, where prominent personalities walked the ramp wearing exquisite handwoven ensembles representing India’s diverse textile traditions. The showcase celebrated the beauty, versatility and sustainability of handcrafted fabrics while promoting conscious fashion and support for Indian weavers.
Visitors also explored a specially curated exhibition featuring artisan-led enterprises and homegrown brands displaying handcrafted textiles, jewellery, lifestyle products and wellness offerings. The exhibition provided a unique platform for artisans to showcase their craftsmanship and connect with a wider audience.
Speaking at the event, Paromita Ghosh, Founder-Director of Candid by Paromita and President of the West Bengal Arts Leadership Council (WICCI), said that handloom is a living symbol of India’s cultural identity and that DHAROHAR aims to inspire greater appreciation for the country’s weaving traditions.
Anisha Singh Motwani, CEO of QED India and Vice President of the West Bengal Arts Leadership Council (WICCI), said every handwoven textile carries a story of heritage, skill and purpose, making conscious support for artisans more important than ever.
Neeraj Kapoor, Chairperson of the Art and Culture Sub Committee at The Saturday Club, described DHAROHAR as a meaningful initiative that successfully brings together art, culture and community while creating a strong platform for India’s traditional artisans.
Blending heritage with contemporary expression, DHAROHAR 4.0 reaffirmed that India’s handloom traditions remain vibrant and relevant in modern times. The celebration concluded with a renewed commitment to preserving the country’s rich textile heritage and empowering the artisans whose craftsmanship continues to keep these timeless traditions alive.
