9 months ago
Karnataka's 'Kalaloka' Cultural Showcase Inaugurated at Bengaluru Airport
Imagine a special shop just opened at the Bengaluru airport!
It's called Kalaloka, and it's like a little piece of the state of Karnataka for travelers.
The shop shows off amazing things that Karnataka is famous for, like special soaps, colorful toys, beautiful silks, and unique artwork.
These items have special labels proving they come from specific places in Karnataka and are made using old traditions.
The idea is to let people from all over the world see and buy these wonderful crafts.
The airport is very busy, so it's a great place to share Karnataka's culture and help local artists and businesses.
They even plan to open another shop for people flying to other countries!
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated 'Kalaloka' at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport Terminal 2.
The showcase aims to promote Karnataka's Geographical Indication (GI) tagged and traditional products to travelers.
Kalaloka features a range of items including Mysore Silk, Channapatna Toys, Ilkal Sarees, and Bidriware.
The initiative highlights Karnataka's cultural identity and commercial potential, with 45 GI-certified items on display.
A second outlet is planned for the international departures area of Terminal 2.
- Who
- Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, along with Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and other ministers
- What
- Inaugurated 'Kalaloka', a state-run cultural and commercial showcase featuring Karnataka's Geographical Indication (GI) products and traditional crafts
- Where
- Kempegowda International Airport's Terminal 2, Bengaluru
- When
- Tuesday
- Why
- To promote Karnataka's heritage, craftsmanship, and unique products to domestic and international travelers, thereby gaining global branding and market reach
Key facts
- Event
- Inauguration of Kalaloka
- Location
- Kempegowda International Airport, Terminal 2, Bengaluru
- Date
- Tuesday
- Purpose
- Promote Karnataka's GI products and traditional crafts
- Manager
- State-run initiative
- Featured Products
- Mysore Sandal Soap, Mysore Silk, Channapatna Toys, Ilkal Sarees, Bidriware, Lambani garments, etc.
- Number of GI Items
- 45
- Current Store Size
- 132 sq m (domestic bay)
Quotes
Siddaramaiah
Chief Minister of Bengaluru
“Kempegowda International Airport is the third busiest airport in the country, with tens of thousands of visitors every day. Kalaloka has been established to provide travellers an immediate glimpse of Karnataka’s heritage and craftsmanship. Through this, our State’s unique products will gain global branding and market reach.”
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