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India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Lakme Fashion Week Anniversary special
Glamour, glitz and grandeur marked a historic moment in the Indian fashion industry as on the last Sunday of March, Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) in association with the Fashion Development Council of India (FDCI) celebrated 25 years of fashion weeks in the country. It was at the turn of the century with India having been liberalised less than a decade ago and having a rather nascent fashion industry that the idea of setting up a fashion week on the likes of the New York Fashion Week was birthed to provide a platform for Indian designers and help them with large scale commerce. 'We have come a long way since then,' says Sunil Sethi, Chairman, FDCI. 'It's not about creativity because the Indian designer was equally creative then, what has changed is the scale. It has gone up manifold,' he says, adding, that today we are a well-established industry competing on a global scale. 'The LFW today is a must-view event for many people worldwide – from the Middle East, the US and Europe. It's for global buyers to come and see what we are doing. We celebrate our evolution and journey,' says Sethi.
Fashion Network
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion Network
Shrijan blends fashion and art in New Delhi
'Shrijan – The Birth Of A Craft' brought an array of textile art pieces to the Innovation Gallery in Delhi's National Crafts Museum and Hastakala Academy to blend the lines between fashion and art while celebrating both indigenous Indian crafts and current creatives. 'This showcase brings together elements of fashion, craft, art, and culture," the development commissioner for handicrafts Amrit Raj told Elle India about the initiative. Curated by Sunil Sethi, chairman of the Fashion Design Council of India, in collaboration with Craftroots and supported by DC Handicrafts under the Ministry of Textiles, the showcase explores the transformation of traditional techniques into contemporary expressions. Shrijan frames craft as a metaphor for birth and renewal, using textiles and textures to reflect creation, growth and transformation. The exhibit features cotton, silk, Mashru, velvet, Kutchi weaves and Ajrakh fabrics, with techniques ranging from hand embroidery and aari work to crochet, mud art, bamboo knotting and LED integrations. "The Final Layer- an evocative installation where bamboo canes, thread balls, and hand embroidery come together in a gown that symbolises collective emotion and unity," the FDCI announced on Facebook, sharing images of an art piece from the exhibition. "Each element is meticulously crafted, reflecting the shared rhythm of creation and the beauty of craftsmanship." Many of the featured pieces were created by rural artisans from Gujarat, supported by Craftroots, a platform that works with over 35,000 craftspeople across India. 'We wanted the artisan to be the hero,' said Sethi about the exhibit.
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Experience the Essence of Indian Craft at Shrijan Exhibition
Amrit Raj, Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) at the Innovation Gallery The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), in collaboration with Craftroots, has launched Shrijan – The Birth of a Craft, an exhibition currently on display at the Innovation Gallery within Textile Gallery II: Tradition and Innovation, at the National Crafts Museum & Hastakala Academy, Pragati Maidan, New exhibition presents a visual exploration of India's craft traditions through a modern by Sunil Sethi, Shrijan brings together textile, fashion, craft, and art to narrate the journey of craftsmanship—from its origin to its evolution. Each installation symbolically represents stages of life, creation, and emotion, reflecting the essence of artisanal an Ahmedabad-based collective founded by Anar Patel began as a skill development initiative for underprivileged women and has since grown into a movement supporting over 35,000 artisans across India. It aims to preserve traditional crafts while empowering communities through partnerships with NGOs and a focus on ethical Raj from the Ministry of Textiles emphasised the government's commitment to promoting crafts and supporting artisans across regions. She highlighted the importance of platforms like this exhibition in showcasing diverse traditions. "At the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, our objective is to consistently promote crafts and support artisans across the country. Each region offers its own distinct perspective and tradition, and through ongoing exhibitions at the National Crafts Museum & Hastakala Academy, we aim to provide a platform for these voices. This particular showcase, led by Craftroots and curated by Sunil Sethi of the Fashion Design Council of India, brings together elements of fashion, craft, art, and culture. It serves as a visual expression of Indian craftsmanship, and we remain committed to highlighting the diversity and skills found incommunities across the country," said Amrit Raj, Development Commissioner (Handicrafts).Sunil Sethi noted that the installations reflect the labour, care, and transformation involved in craft-making, while Anar Patel described the works as expressions of emotion and life, rooted in heritage. 'Together, the rich cultural significance of India is embedded in its ancient relics, each depicting stories of heritage and craftsmanship. Gujarat, a state brimming with vibrancy and liveliness, pays homage to classic hand embroideries, techniques, and crafts that embody modesty. These art installations visually narrate the intricate labour and love involved in the creation of each piece, reflecting a metamorphic exquisiteness in contemporary form,' said Sunil Sethi, Chairman of FDCI. The exhibition is open to the public until the first week of June, from Tuesday to Sunday, 10 AM to 6 PM, at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
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First Post
04-05-2025
- General
- First Post
FDCI launches Shrijan- The birth of a craft- A visual representation of the nation's ancient crafts
Titled Shrijan – The Birth of a Craft, the exhibition explores the spirit of India's ancient craft traditions through a contemporary lens. Craftroots—an initiative founded by Smt. Anar Patel read more The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) with Craftroots has put together a visual representation of crafts currently on display at the Innovation Gallery, housed within Textile Gallery II: Tradition and Innovation, at the National Crafts Museum & Hastakala Academy, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. Titled Shrijan – The Birth of a Craft, the exhibition explores the spirit of India's ancient craft traditions through a contemporary lens. Craftroots—an initiative founded by Smt. Anar Patel and her board—the showcase brings together textile, fashion, craft, and art in a deeply evocative narrative. An artisans' collective based in Ahmedabad, that emerged from a skill development programme for women from underprivileged communities, aiming to empower them socio-economically while celebrating India's rich craft heritage. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Each installation within Shrijan metaphorically narrates the journey of craftsmanship—expressing creation, growth, emotion, and existence. This exhibition has been curated by Sunil Sethi. This showcase sets the tone for the gallery's vision of celebrating innovation rooted in tradition by spotlighting extraordinary works from designers, artisans, and textile artists across India. 'At the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, our objective is to consistently promote crafts and support artisans across the country. Each region offers its own distinct perspective and tradition, and through ongoing exhibitions at the National Crafts Museum & Hastakala Academy, we aim to provide a platform for these voices. This particular showcase, led by Craftroots and curated by Sunil Sethi of the Fashion Design Council of India, brings together elements of fashion, craft, art, and culture. It serves as a visual expression of Indian craftsmanship, and we remain committed to highlighting the diversity and skills found in communities across the country,' said Ms Amrit Raj, Development Commissioner (Handicrafts). 'The art installations have been painstakingly created to represent how the craft was born, blossomed, experienced the beauty of emotions, and metamorphosed into an avatar of its own story. Every art piece of Shrijan symbolises the idea of life that resonates with the mother's emotions and happiness, When a child is born. The concept fuels the marks of life defining the force of cosmic energy. All the art installations narrate a tale of modest vision in today's era. As seen, Shrijan- The Birth of a Craft is a captivating blend of connection and harmony, symbolizing a collective of emotional expressions in various forms,' said Smt. Anar Patel, founder of Craftroots, Ahmedabad. 'Together, the rich cultural significance of India is embedded in its ancient relics, each depicting stories of heritage and craftsmanship. Gujarat, a state brimming with vibrancy and liveliness, pays homage to classic hand embroideries, techniques, and crafts that embody modesty. These art installations visually narrate the intricate labour and love involved in the creation of each piece, reflecting a metamorphic exquisiteness in contemporary form,' said Sunil Sethi, Chairman of FDCI. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Every art piece in Shrijan embodies the inception of life, symbolising the journey of Indian crafts from conception to creation. The Birth of a Craft is a seductive tapestry of integration and unity, serving as a metaphor for an entourage of emotional expressions in every form. About Craftsroot: Craftsroot is a heartfelt tribute to India's timeless craft traditions, created by Smt. Anar Patel. As a fair trade initiative by Gramshree, Craftroots empowers traditional artisans by providing a global platform to showcase their work and preserve age-old art forms. Based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Craftroots has grown into a nationwide movement, supporting over 35,000 artisans across 87 crafts and 22 states, in collaboration with 19 NGOs. The initiative is dedicated to uplifting underprivileged men and women artisans, helping them build sustainable livelihoods with dignity and pride. Guided by the values of Revival, Sustenance, and Sharing, Craftsroot works to keep 5,000 years of artisanal brilliance alive—creating a bridge between rural craftsmanship and modern markets, while fostering conscious, ethical consumption. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD About FDCI: The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) is the country's premier not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing the business of fashion and ensuring its sustainable growth. As a collective of over 400 leading designers, accessory creators, educational institutions, and industry professionals, FDCI serves as the backbone of India's fashion ecosystem. The council curates a robust calendar of events, including the bi-annual Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI, held in New Delhi and Mumbai, India Men's Weekend and India Couture Week, the nation's most prestigious showcase of haute couture. Beyond these flagship events, FDCI collaborates with the Ministry of Textiles and the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, as well as international organizations, to foster opportunities for Indian designers on a global scale.
Deccan Herald
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
Pak nationals married to Indian citizens have no right to stay in India: J&K BJP
J-K BJP's chief spokesperson Sunil Sethi said such individuals may be potential 'sleeper cells', and there is a possibility that some of them have been planted by Pakistani spy agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) as part of a 'nefarious' design.
