Archive · 29 Nov 2025
FDDI Hyderabad Hosts Footwear Exhibition
FDDI Hyderabad held a three-day exhibition called 'Tales Below the Heels — India Design Language: Footwear Series' to showcase different types of traditional Indian footwear.
The exhibition featured Mojari, Jutti, Pulla, Chamba footwear, Kolhapuri, Bharwadi Desi Joda, and Pabu craft.
Governor Jishnu Dev Varma and Jayesh Ranjan, the special chief secretary, spoke about the importance of connecting traditional craftsmanship with modern design.
Seven artisans from different states were present to explain and demonstrate their craft.
The event aimed to engage the public and students with Indian craft traditions and to strengthen the ties between education and industry.
FDDI Hyderabad opened a three-day footwear exhibition called 'Tales Below the Heels — India Design Language: Footwear Series' to showcase traditional Indian footwear and craftsmanship.
The exhibition featured various types of footwear, including Mojari, Jutti, Pulla, Chamba footwear, Kolhapuri, Bharwadi Desi Joda, and Pabu craft.
Governor Jishnu Dev Varma and Jayesh Ranjan, the special chief secretary, spoke about the importance of connecting traditional craftsmanship with modern design innovation.
Seven artisans from different states were present to explain and demonstrate their craft, engaging with visitors and students.
The exhibition aimed to strengthen the ties between education and industry and to engage the public with Indian craft traditions.
- Who
- FDDI Hyderabad, Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, Jayesh Ranjan, seven artisans, visitors, and students
- What
- A three-day footwear exhibition showcasing traditional Indian footwear and craftsmanship
- When
- November 29 to November 30
- Where
- FDDI Hyderabad
- Why
- To celebrate and connect traditional craftsmanship with modern design innovation, and to engage the public and students with Indian craft traditions
- Event Name
- Tales Below the Heels — India Design Language: Footwear Series
- Location
- FDDI Hyderabad
- Duration
- November 29 to November 30
- Key Speakers
- Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, Jayesh Ranjan
- Artisans
- Seven from different states