The much-awaited handloom and handicraft exposition, ‘Weaves India’, officially opened its doors recently, bringing a vibrant showcase of India’s rich textile heritage to the city. Running until November 3, 2026, the exhibition is hosted at the Chitnavis Centre, 59 Temple Road, Civil Lines, Nagpur. Spanning across 80 dynamic stalls, the event features renowned cotton and silk masterpieces crafted by skilled artisans from various states. Visitors can explore an extensive collection ranging from Bhagalpuri, Tassar, Kosa, and Khadi silks from Bihar, to world-famous Banarasi silks and Lucknowi Chikankari from Uttar Pradesh.

 

The exhibition also highlights Madhya Pradesh’s Chanderi and Maheshwari silks, Gujarat’s Patola and Kutch embroidery, Rajasthan’s Sanganeri prints, alongside exquisite selections from Karnataka, Jammu & Kashmir, Bengal, and Chhattisgarh. Southern traditions are heavily represented by Dharmavaram, Gadwal, Pochampally, and Kalamkari weaves from Andhra Pradesh. The exhibition also offers stunning fashion jewelry and unique home decor products.