Archive · 18 Nov 2025
Government Initiatives Boost Handicraft Sector at IITF & GSB
Two big events, the India International Trade Fair (IITF) and the Gandhi Shilpa Bazaar (GSB), are happening in India.
These events show off many different types of traditional crafts made by people from all over the country.
The IITF has special sections for small businesses and traditional crafts, while the GSB is a big handicrafts exhibition in Hyderabad.
Both events help these small businesses show their work to many people and find new ways to grow and become more independent.
The government is helping with these events to support the people who make these crafts and to keep these traditional skills alive.
Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi inaugurated MSME, KVIC, COIR, and NSSH Pavilions at the 44th India International Trade Fair (IITF).
Gandhi Shilpa Bazaar (GSB), an all-India handicrafts exhibition, opened at Shilparamam, Hyderabad, under the Comprehensive Handicrafts Cluster Development Scheme (CHCDS).
Both events showcase traditional crafts, support rural livelihoods, and promote national visibility for artisans.
GSB features artisans from various states, offering unique handcrafted products for purchase.
Government officials emphasized the importance of such exhibitions for preserving cultural heritage and boosting the handicrafts sector.
- Who
- Artisans from various states, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, government officials, and citizens
- What
- Inauguration of MSME, KVIC, COIR, and NSSH Pavilions at IITF and opening of GSB handicrafts exhibition
- When
- Monday (IITF) and November 16 to 25 (GSB)
- Where
- Bharat Mandapam, Hall Number 5 & 6 (IITF) and Shilparamam, Hyderabad (GSB)
- Why
- To support rural livelihoods, promote traditional crafts, and preserve cultural heritage
Government Support
Artisan Empowerment
Government Role
Government Support
Providing platforms and market linkages for artisans.
Artisan Empowerment
Empowering artisans to showcase their skills and products.
- Event
- 44th India International Trade Fair (IITF) & Gandhi Shilpa Bazaar (GSB)
- Location
- Bharat Mandapam, Hall Number 5 & 6 (IITF) & Shilparamam, Hyderabad (GSB)
- Inaugurator
- Jitan Ram Manjhi, Union Minister for MSME (IITF) & Shruti Patil, ADG, PIB (GSB)
- Exhibitors
- Artisans from various states
- Purpose
- Supporting rural livelihoods, promoting traditional crafts, and preserving cultural heritage
