RS · India Sourcing & Reseller Dossier

The Play

India is not a place you import into — it is the source. The plan: buy from artisan clusters, government craft bodies and Jaipur's gem trade, then resell domestically and export. This dossier is the map of who lets you do that, and how.

Three lanes run in parallel — pick by capital and patience. (1) Reseller — buy wholesale from clusters / co-ops / emporiums, resell on your own store + marketplaces. Lowest entry. (2) Govt collab — register on GeM / ODOP / TRIFED / KVIC and supply or co-brand under a scheme. Slow paperwork, but durable demand and procurement orders. (3) Export — get IEC + the right council's RCMC (EPCH for craft, GJEPC for gems) and ship abroad, where margins are 3–6×.

The reseller playbook

Choose a vertical: a craft cluster (textiles, brass, wood, pottery), Jaipur gemstones, or herbal / Ayurveda — each has a different supply chain in this dossier.
Find the source: meet sellers in bulk at craft fairs, buy off the shelf from state emporiums, or go direct to a cluster / NGO co-op.
Pilot small: finalise 3 SKUs, request samples + quotes from 3 clusters, run one trial order at a low MOQ before committing.
Register the entity: a firm/Pvt Ltd with GST + Udyam (MSME). Add IEC the moment export is on the table — it is free and permanent.
Sell: own Shopify/Woo store + Amazon Karigar / Flipkart Samarth / ONDC for craft; export channels for abroad.
Protect the story: a GI tag (Pashmina, Channapatna, Pochampally…) and a Craftmark / handloom mark are the marketing moat — buyers pay for provenance.

What this dossier covers

Tab	Answers the question
Craft Fairs	Where do I physically meet sellers in bulk, by state & date — and how do I get a stall or buyer pass?
Govt & Co-ops	Which government bodies let me resell, franchise, or co-supply? (TRIFED, KVIC, emporiums, ODOP, EPCH)
Clusters & GI	Which craft is made where, and which NGO / co-op aggregates it for wholesale?
Gems · Jaipur	How do I source and export coloured stones from Jaipur — markets, labs, procedure, vs Bangkok?
Herbal & Ayurveda	Who actually makes herbal products on contract / private label, and where are the raw herbs?
Sell & Export	What are the resale and export channels, and how do I get onboarded?
Legal & Codes	IEC, GST, RCMC, HSN codes & GST rates, GI rules, AYUSH licensing.

India's handicrafts export base is large and policy-backed; the craft economy is the world's most fragmented supply chain, which is exactly why a reseller who can aggregate it cleanly wins. The fastest credibility unlock is showing up at the IHGF Delhi Fair as a registered buyer.

Craft Fairs & Melas

Fairs are where supply concentrates — a thousand sellers in one hall, all taking orders. Two circuits: the commercial / export fairs (you go as a buyer to place wholesale orders) and the government melas (you go to meet artisans and SHGs, and can take a stall yourself).

The commercial sourcing fairs — go as a buyer

Fair	2026 dates	Where	For the reseller
IHGF Delhi Fair (Autumn, 62nd) flagship	13–17 Oct 2026	India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida	World's largest handicrafts & gifts sourcing fair: 3,000+ exhibitors, 2,000+ product lines, buyers from 110+ countries. The single best place to find wholesale / export suppliers. Organised by EPCH.
IHGF Delhi Fair (Spring, 61st)	14–18 Feb 2026	India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida	Spring edition of the above — same buyer model; 16 product categories. Register free as a buyer on the fair site.
Surajkund Int'l Crafts Mela (39th) retail + B2B	31 Jan–15 Feb 2026	Faridabad, Haryana	The largest crafts fair in the world by footfall. 2026 theme state Uttar Pradesh, partner nation Egypt. Walk the stalls, find makers, negotiate bulk + repeat supply off-season. Stall booking if you want to sell too.
IFJAS (Fashion Jewellery & Accessories)	Annual (EPCH)	Greater Noida	EPCH's dedicated jewellery / accessories / scarves sourcing show — the lane for fashion jewellery resellers.
Dilli Haat (INA & Pitampura)	Year-round	New Delhi	Permanent craft bazaar; ~200 stalls rotate fortnightly to artisans from every state on a roster. Best low-commitment way to meet makers face to face and collect cards.

The government melas — meet artisans & SHGs (and you can take a stall)

Mela	Run by	What's there	Participation
SARAS Aajeevika Mela	Ministry of Rural Development (DAY-NRLM)	450+ stalls of rural SHG women — textiles, food, crafts, by state pavilion	Online application only; eligibility & calendar via the SARAS eligibility page / state rural livelihood mission.
State Saras / Aajeevika fairs	State Rural Livelihood Missions (e.g. Bihar BRLPS, Kudumbashree-KL, SERP-TS)	District & state SHG produce	Apply through the state mission; deadlines are date-specific per mela.
Hunar Haat	Ministry of Minority Affairs	Master artisans & craftsmen from minority communities; traditional crafts + cuisine	Through the implementing agency; artisan-credential based.
Shilpgram Utsav	West Zone Cultural Centre, Udaipur	Crafts village + late-Dec festival; tribal & folk crafts of the western zone	Via WZCC artisan registration.
Gandhi Shilp Bazaar / Craft Bazaars	O/o Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Min. of Textiles	Touring craft bazaars across cities, artisan-direct	Through the DC (Handicrafts) regional offices & registered artisan ID.

How to work a fair as a sourcer: walk it once for scope, then a second pass to talk price, MOQ, lead time and whether they ship year-round (most stallholders are seasonal). Get the artisan / firm card + GST, photograph their range, and place one small trial order on the spot to open the relationship — then scale the repeat order off-season when they have idle capacity and better prices.

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Government & Co-operatives

The government is a wholesaler. State emporiums sell cleared, GI-authentic stock off the shelf; TRIFED and KVIC run franchise + supply programmes; ODOP and GeM open procurement. These are the "who lets me resell / collab" routes.

Resell & franchise programmes

Body	Model	Terms / entry	Route
TRIFED — Tribes India tribal crafts	Procures tribal art & craft; 110+ retail outlets; offers franchise + supplier tie-ups	Apply as franchise / supplier via TRIFED; sources nationwide tribal clusters	Ministry of Tribal Affairs; also markets GI products of tribes.
KVIC — Khadi India khadi / village ind.	"Khadi India Outlet" franchise to stock & sell Khadi/VI goods	Tender fee ₹5,900; security deposit ₹10 lakh; stock supplied to 80% of deposit	Directorate of Marketing, KVIC, Mumbai.
DC (Handicrafts)	Artisan registration, cluster linkage, marketing events	Free artisan / entrepreneur registration; links you to clusters & bazaars	Ministry of Textiles.

State handicraft & handloom emporiums — buy off the shelf

Each state runs a development-corporation emporium (most cluster on Baba Kharak Singh Marg & the Rajiv Gandhi Handicrafts Bhawan in Delhi). They retail authentic stock; ask each corporation's HO for bulk / institutional / dealer pricing — many supply resellers and corporate-gifting buyers directly.

Emporium	State	Known for
Central Cottage Industries (CCIC)	Pan-India (Govt of India)	Curated all-India crafts; the safest single-source aggregator
Cauvery	Karnataka	Mysore silk, sandalwood, Channapatna toys, Bidriware
Poompuhar	Tamil Nadu	Bronze (Swamimalai), stone carving, Tanjore, handloom
Lepakshi	Andhra Pradesh	Kalamkari, Kondapalli toys, Etikoppaka, leather puppets
Gurjari	Gujarat	Bandhani, Kutch embroidery, Patola, silverware
Boyanika / Utkalika	Odisha	Sambalpuri / Ikat handloom, Pattachitra, silver filigree
Mrignayani	Madhya Pradesh	Chanderi, Maheshwari, Bagh print, Gond art
Kairali	Kerala	Coir, bamboo, coconut-shell & metal craft, Aranmula mirror
Phulkari	Punjab	Phulkari embroidery, juttis, durries
Pragjyotika	Assam	Muga / Eri silk, mekhela, cane & bamboo
Manjusha / Tantuja / Biswa Bangla	West Bengal	Tant, Baluchari, kantha, terracotta, Dokra
J&K Arts Emporium	Jammu & Kashmir	Pashmina, hand-knotted carpets, papier-mâché, walnut wood

ODOP, GeM & ONDC — procurement & scale

ODOP (One District One Product) — 1,102 products across 761 districts. Use the ODOP map to find a district's signature craft and its registered producers; the GeM–ODOP Bazaar storefront has 75 categories for direct government procurement.
GeM (Government e-Marketplace) — register as a seller to supply ministries, PSUs & foreign missions (gifting / office use). Artisans & resellers both onboard; cataloguing support via CSCs and post offices.
ONDC — ODOP products are being pushed onto the open network, expanding the resale surface beyond a single marketplace.

The collab move: register on GeM as a seller and list ODOP / GI craft — government gifting and office procurement is steady, large-ticket and relatively price-insensitive. Pair it with a TRIFED supplier tie-up or KVIC franchise to get both the supply side and an institutional buyer in one structure.

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TRIFED Retail Marketing · KVIC · ODOP — Invest India
CCIC state-wise craft · Mrignayani · Lepakshi · Cauvery

Clusters & GI Products

Behind every craft is a place that makes it and a co-op that aggregates it. Buy from the cluster for price, buy GI-tagged for story. This is the state-wise map plus the NGO / B2B aggregators that sell to resellers.

State-wise craft & cluster map

State / region	Signature crafts (cluster)	Notable GI
Uttar Pradesh	Brassware (Moradabad), woodcarving (Saharanpur), glassware (Firozabad), Chikankari & zardozi (Lucknow), carpets (Bhadohi), Banarasi silk (Varanasi)	Banarasi saree, Bhadohi carpet, Firozabad glass
Rajasthan	Blue pottery, blockprint (Sanganer/Bagru), Jaipur jewellery & meenakari, leather mojari, Kota Doria	Blue Pottery of Jaipur, Kota Doria, Molela clay
Gujarat	Kutch embroidery & Bandhani, Patola (Patan), Ajrakh (Ajrakhpur), Rogan art, beadwork	Patan Patola, Kutch embroidery, Tangaliya
Karnataka	Channapatna toys, Bidriware, Mysore silk & sandalwood, rosewood inlay — 50+ GI, highest of any state	Channapatna toys, Bidriware, Mysore silk
Telangana / AP	Pochampally Ikat, Kalamkari, Kondapalli & Etikoppaka toys, Nirmal paintings, silver filigree	Pochampally Ikat, Kalamkari, Kondapalli
Tamil Nadu	Thanjavur bronze & paintings, Kancheepuram silk, stone carving (Mahabalipuram)	Kancheepuram silk, Thanjavur painting
West Bengal	Dokra metal, Kantha, terracotta (Bishnupur), Baluchari, Shantiniketan leather	Baluchari, Santiniketan leather, Nakshi Kantha
Odisha	Pattachitra, Sambalpuri Ikat, silver filigree (Cuttack), applique (Pipili), stone carving	Sambalpuri Ikat, Pipili applique, Konark stone
J&K / Ladakh	Pashmina & Kani shawls, hand-knotted carpets, papier-mâché, walnut woodcarving, crewel	Kashmir Pashmina, Kani shawl, Kashmir carpet
Madhya Pradesh	Chanderi & Maheshwari weaves, Bagh print, Gond art, Bell-metal Bastar	Chanderi, Maheshwari, Bagh print
NE (Assam/Naga/Manipur)	Muga/Eri silk, cane & bamboo, tribal weaves, black pottery (Manipur)	Muga silk, Longpi pottery

Co-ops, NGOs & B2B aggregators — they sell to resellers

Aggregator	Type	For the reseller
Gaatha	Cluster-linked craft house	Works directly with clusters; documented provenance; wholesale inquiry desk.
iTokri	Large online craft marketplace	Huge curated SKU base across states; good for catalogue + dropship-style resale.
Sasha Association for Craft Producers	Fair-trade producer co-op (Kolkata)	Wholesale programme; ~45-day lead time; strong ethical / fair-trade story for export.
The India Craft House	Multi-state craft retailer	Bulk-order desk; broad state coverage.
Dastkar · SEWA · Craftmark	NGO / certification networks	Connect to verified artisan groups; Craftmark certifies genuine handmade — a resale trust badge.
Boontoon · ExclusiveLane	Wholesale / private-label craft	Ready ranges for marketplace sellers; some offer white-label.

GI rule of thumb: you can sell a GI product, but you may only call it by its GI name (e.g. "Pochampally Ikat") if it genuinely originates from that GI region and, for export claims, you should source from a registered authorised user. Use it as provenance marketing — not on imitations — or you invite legal trouble and lose the very premium you were buying.

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Gemstones — Jaipur

Jaipur is the world's coloured-stone capital — it cuts and trades 300+ varieties and is the global #1 for emerald and tanzanite. The play: buy rough or polished in the old-city lanes / Sitapura, certify, and export. Margins live in the cut and the certificate.

The whole game is provenance + certification. A loose stone with a credible lab report (origin, treatment disclosure, weight, clarity) sells for multiples of an uncertified one. Buy where the trade buys (Johari Bazaar / Gopalji ka Rasta / Sitapura), certify at an IGI / IIGJ / GII lab, declare treatment honestly, and export polished under HSN 7103 — exports are zero-rated, so your GST on inputs is refundable.

Where to buy — the Jaipur markets

Market	What	Note
Johari Bazaar	Historic gem & jewellery bazaar, old city	Emerald, ruby, sapphire (blue/yellow), coral; retail + wholesale; the trade's beating heart.
Gopalji ka Rasta	Wholesale gem lane off Johari Bazaar	Rough → polished → beads under one roof; cutters & polishers; traders source here directly. Kho Walo Ki Chowk, 302003.
Haldiyon ka Rasta	Adjacent wholesale lane	Dealers & bead specialists (e.g. long-standing trade houses).
Sitapura Industrial Area (EPIP / SEZ) export hub	Large-scale cutting, polishing & export units	The SEZ (~110 acres, 150+ units) is where serious export volume sits; co-located with the IIGJ R&D / lab centre.
Jaipur Gem Bourse (Sitapura)	Planned global trading centre, 44,000 m²	1,500–2,000 units — coloured-stone & jewellery units, labs, banks, logistics under one roof.

Certification labs in Jaipur

Lab	Standing	Use for
IGI Jaipur	Global lab + gemology school	Coloured stones, natural & lab-grown diamonds; internationally recognised reports for export.
IIGJ — Research & Lab Centre (ex-GTL)	GJEPC-founded (1972), merged with IGI-GTL	Trade-standard testing; the council's own lineage — strong for export documentation.
GII — Gemmological Institute of India	Established Indian institute	Grading + education.
MGTL · IGL · Gemtrue	ISO-certified Jaipur labs	Fast, lower-cost domestic certs; widely trusted within India.
GIA	The global gold standard	High-value stones destined for Western buyers — the report that commands the top price.

Export procedure — what you actually do

Entity + IEC: register a firm (PAN + bank + GST), then get a free, permanent IEC from DGFT (online, ANF 2A).
GJEPC RCMC: join the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council — compulsory for the trade. Apply at the Jaipur regional office; needs IEC copy + CA turnover certificate; valid 5 years; renew by 30 April.
Source & certify: buy in the markets above, get lab reports, disclose all treatments.
Declare correctly: HSN 7103 (natural precious/semi-precious), 7104 (synthetic), 7116 (articles/beads of stones). Polished attracts 3% GST domestically; exports are zero-rated (claim input refund).
Logistics: high-value, low-weight — insured air via specialist gem couriers; GJEPC facilitates trade shows & buyer-seller meets for demand.

Jaipur vs Bangkok — know the other hub

Dimension	Jaipur	Bangkok / Chanthaburi
Role	World capital for emerald, tanzanite; vast cutting & bead trade	World colored-stone trading + treatment hub; >80% of rubies/sapphires enhanced at Chanthaburi
Where	Johari Bazaar / Sitapura	Trade offices on Silom Rd, Bangkok; cutting at Chanthaburi (280 km SE); Fri–weekend street gem market
Best for	Buying rough cheap, value-add by cutting, bead supply	Buying finished/treated ruby & sapphire at scale; heat-treatment expertise
The arbitrage	Source rough internationally → cut & certify in Jaipur (lower labour) → export. Or buy treated stones in Bangkok and re-export via Jaipur with Indian certs. Many traders run both.

First RFQ to a Jaipur dealer / exporter

Namaste [Dealer], I'm [Name], sourcing for [Company]. Looking for a long-term supply of: 1. [Stone] — [carat range], [colour/clarity], natural, treatment disclosed. 2. Per-carat price at [50 / 200 / 500 ct], FOB Jaipur. 3. Lab report (IGI / IIGJ) included or extra? 4. Lead time for a trial parcel, and repeat capacity per month. 5. Export experience — do you ship on DDP / insured air, and to which countries? Please share a calibrated parcel photo + price list. Thank you.

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Herbal & Ayurveda

You don't need a factory to own a herbal brand. Contract / third-party manufacturers make pre-approved formulations under your label; you handle brand, compliance umbrella and sales. Raw herbs come out of a handful of mandis.

The model: pick a GMP-certified Ayurvedic contract manufacturer, operate under a Loan Licence (Form 25-E) with a Principal-to-Principal agreement (the maker holds production & AYUSH-GMP liability), choose pre-validated formulations, and launch under your own brand. Typical MOQ 500–1,000 units, 4–8 weeks concept-to-shelf. No own plant required.

Who makes herbal products on contract

Manufacturer	Profile	Notes
Himalaya Wellness	Global herbal brand; contract units serve smaller brands	Strong R&D, export-grade compliance.
Dabur	FMCG / Ayurveda major; third-party for health & FMCG	Scale + distribution credibility.
Zandu (Emami Group)	Immunity, digestion, pain management	Heritage Ayurvedic line; contract services.
Surya Herbal	Est. 1999; herbal + Ayurvedic healthcare & personal care	Long-standing third-party / OEM partner.
Herbal Hills	20+ yrs; third-party Ayurvedic	Broad formulation library.
Kai Herbals	ISO-GMP third-party (herbal, nutraceutical)	Good for startups; flexible.
Zoic Pharmaceuticals (Mohali)	Pharma + nutraceutical + Ayurveda	Multi-category contract maker.
Dr. Asma Herbals · Arogya Formulations · Aveda Ayur · Pukhraj Organic	Dedicated private-label / cosmetics third-party houses	Low-MOQ, startup-friendly; cosmetics + wellness ranges.

What they can make: oils & hair oils, capsules & tablets, syrups & tonics, churna (powders), creams & balms, face/skin care, drops, immunity & digestion formulas, nutraceuticals.

Where the raw herbs come from

Khari Baoli, Old Delhi — Asia's largest wholesale spice & herb market (since the 17th c., by Fatehpuri Masjid). Spices, dry fruits, medicinal herbs, Ayurvedic raw material; Katara Tambaku within it is the genuine wholesale herbs sub-market (importers/exporters).
Regional mandis & growers: Neemuch & Mandsaur (MP) for medicinal-plant trade; Amritsar (Punjab) for herbs & dry-fruit; plus state Medicinal Plants Boards / NMPB-linked cultivation clusters for traceable, organic-certifiable supply.
Quality lever: for export and premium positioning, buy organic-certified, standardised extracts (not just raw herb) and keep batch COAs — this is what foreign buyers and clean-label brands demand.

Compliance reality: Ayurvedic / herbal products need AYUSH licensing (the contract maker holds the GMP licence; you operate under loan-licence / P2P). Cosmetics need cosmetic licensing; ingestibles must respect food (FSSAI) vs drug (AYUSH) classification — agree in writing who owns which licence and the liability before the first batch.

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Sell & Export

Sourcing is half the business; the other half is where you resell it. Domestic marketplaces and your own store for cashflow; export channels and councils for margin.

Domestic resale channels

Channel	Best for	Note
Own store (Shopify / WooCommerce)	Brand + margin control	Pair with COD via Shiprocket/Delhivery; the durable asset you own.
Amazon Karigar / Flipkart Samarth	Craft & artisan-tagged listings	Dedicated artisan programmes with reach + trust badges.
ONDC	Open-network reach for ODOP / craft	Government-pushed; widens beyond a single marketplace.
iTokri / Gaatha / Okhai / Jaypore	Curated craft marketplaces	Resell or consign; built-in craft-buyer audience.
GeM	Government & institutional buyers	Steady, large-ticket procurement & gifting.

Export channels & the councils

Route	Gateway	Why
Handicrafts export	EPCH membership + RCMC	IHGF/IFJAS fairs, buyer-seller meets, duty drawback, interest-equalisation support. Fees ~₹7,500 + GST yr 1; valid 5 yrs.
Gems & jewellery export	GJEPC membership + RCMC	Compulsory for the trade; shows, policy, labs (Jaipur regional office).
Cross-border e-commerce	Amazon Global Selling, Etsy, eBay	Reach Western craft / wellness buyers directly at retail margin.
B2B export marketplaces	IndiaMART export, TradeIndia, Faire (curated)	Wholesale buyer leads abroad.

Onboarding sequence

Firm + GST + Udyam → gives you legitimacy and input-credit.
IEC (DGFT) → the one-time, permanent export key.
RCMC from the relevant council (EPCH / GJEPC) → unlocks fairs, schemes, drawback.
Channel accounts → GeM seller, marketplace seller, Global Selling.
Logistics + payments → Shiprocket/Delhivery domestic; insured air + a forex-capable bank account (foreign inward remittance) for export.

Margin reality: the same craft or stone that earns a thin margin on a domestic marketplace can earn 3–6× exported to the US/EU/Gulf, because the buyer is paying for handmade provenance + GI story. The councils + IEC are the only gate between you and that margin — clear it early.

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EPCH · GJEPC · ODOP — ONDC integration

Legal & Codes

The paperwork is light for resale, heavier for export and regulated goods. Here is the registration stack, the key HSN / GST codes, and the licensing each vertical needs.

The registration stack

Registration	When you need it	Issued by
GST	Any business above threshold / for input credit & B2B	GSTN
Udyam (MSME)	Schemes, priority lending, GeM	Udyam portal
IEC	Any import or export	DGFT (free, permanent)
RCMC	Export benefits + council membership	EPCH (craft) / GJEPC (gems)
AYUSH manufacturing / loan licence	Herbal & Ayurvedic products	State AYUSH / Drug Licensing Authority
FSSAI	Edible / ingestible products	FSSAI

Key HSN codes & GST rates

Goods	HSN	GST
Precious / semi-precious stones (natural)	7103	3% polished; 0% rough/unworked. Exports zero-rated.
Synthetic / reconstructed stones	7104	3% (worked)
Articles / beads of pearls & stones	7116	3%
Handicrafts (varies by craft — many concessional)	by item	Often 5–12%; several handmade categories at lower slabs
Ayurvedic / herbal medicaments	3004 / 30049011	12%
Cosmetics / herbal personal care	3304 / 3307	18%

GST slabs and concessions change — confirm the exact rate for your specific SKU with a CA before pricing. Handicraft GST treatment in particular has item-by-item exemptions.

GI & provenance

A GI tag protects a place-name (Pashmina, Channapatna, Pochampally). You can resell genuine GI goods; to use the GI name as a claim, source from the GI region / a registered authorised user. Misusing a GI on imitations is an infringement.
Craftmark / Handloom Mark / India Handmade — voluntary authenticity marks that raise resale trust and command premium, especially on export.

Bottom line: for plain domestic resale you mainly need GST + Udyam. The moment you export or touch herbal/edible goods, add IEC + the right RCMC and the relevant AYUSH / FSSAI licence — and get every licence's ownership in writing when a contract manufacturer is involved.

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By State & UT

Every state and union territory mapped for the sourcer: where the craft fairs and melas are, which clusters make what, and — the operative question — which sellers, co-ops, emporiums and government bodies will let you buy wholesale, dropship, resell or collaborate. 34 states/UTs · 308+ fairs catalogued.

Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh is one of India's richest craft states for resellers — anchored by Lepakshi (APHDC) aggregating 5,000+ artisans across 26 districts, APCO's 950+ handloom cooperatives, GCC's tribal produce network, and GI-tagged marquee crafts (Kalamkari, Kondapalli toys, Etikoppaka lacquerware, Dharmavaram silk, Uppada jamdani, Budithi brass) that command strong domestic and export demand.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
All India Crafts Mela (Shilparamam Vizag) All-India craft mela · Shilparamam (Jatara) — AP Shilparamam Arts, Crafts & Cultural Society	January 8–22, 2026 (annual, typically early January, 15 days)	Visakhapatnam (Madhurawada)	Handloom sarees, lacquerware, Kalamkari, Kondapalli toys, tribal crafts, traditional food; artisans from all Indian states	Open walk-in; buyers meet artisans directly at stalls for negotiation and bulk purchase; stall booking for artisans through AP Shilparamam Arts, Crafts & Cultural Society, Vijayawada
SARAS Mela 2026 (National Level) SARAS mela (SHG/rural women) · Ministry of Rural Development / SERP Andhra Pradesh (state DAY-NRLM nodal)	January 8–18, 2026 (annual; rotates host city; Guntur hosted 2026)	Guntur	SHG women's products: bamboo crafts, handlooms (Pochampally, Gadwal weaves), traditional jewellery, jute and eco-friendly products, home decor; 21 states represented, ~300 SHG women sellers	Walk-in for buyers; resellers identify and approach SHG stall holders directly; to exhibit: contact AP SERP / State Rural Livelihood Mission, Vijayawada
Hathkargha Mela (State Handloom Expo, Tirupati) State handloom expo · AP Shilparamam Arts, Crafts & Cultural Society, Vijayawada	February 22 – March 7, 2026 (annual, aligned with wedding season); 14 days, 11am–9pm	Tirupati (Shilparamam, Tiruchanur Road)	Pochampalli, Venkatagiri, Gadwal, Mangalagiri, Jamdani, Kashmiri, Bagalpuri, Pollachi sarees; khadi garments; Narasapur crochet lace; pottery; imitation jewellery; wooden toys	Open walk-in; ~65 weaver stalls, ~70% report strong sales to direct buyers; contact Administrative Officer via AP Shilparamam Arts, Crafts & Cultural Society for stall booking (artisan side)
Vasantham (CCAP Annual Exhibition & Sale) Handicraft exhibition-cum-sale · Crafts Council of Andhra Pradesh (CCAP), Visakhapatnam / Vijayawada	December (annually; December 1–2, 2025)	Visakhapatnam (Hotel Green Park; rotates)	Craft and weave showcase from across India; 65+ stalls, 15–20 run directly by artisans; Kalamkari, handlooms, traditional textiles	Walk-in buyers welcome; corporate gift sourcing available through CCAP; artisan stall booking and membership: craftscouncilap.com / Instagram @craftscouncil_ap
Aakruthi Vastra (CCAP Handloom Bazaar) Handloom bazaar · Crafts Council of Andhra Pradesh (CCAP)	Periodic / annual (runs separately from Vasantham)	Visakhapatnam	Local handlooms: sarees, dress material, weaves sourced from AP artisans	Walk-in sale event; resellers can source directly from weaver stalls; contact CCAP via @craftscouncil_ap
Araku Chali Utsav (Tribal Cultural Festival) Tribal cultural festival with craft market · District Administration + ITDA (Integrated Tribal Development Agency) Paderu + AP Tourism	December–January (annual, coincides with coffee harvest / winter season)	Araku Valley, Alluri Sitarama Raju / Visakhapatnam District	Tribal crafts: bamboo items, Savara Adivasi paintings, terracotta, tribal textiles, coffee, forest produce, natural dyes	Open to public; buyers negotiate directly with tribal artisans and GCC-linked SHGs; no formal buyer pass required
Vijayawada Utsav / Expo (Shreyas Media) Trade/consumer expo with craft component · Shreyas Media (private carnival operator)	Sankranti / January (annual)	Vijayawada	600+ stalls: handicrafts, handlooms, FMCG, food; craft component includes AP regional products	Walk-in; stall booking via Shreyas Media for sellers; buyers interact directly at stalls
Tirupati ODOP Exhibitions (Rolling) ODOP promotion exhibition · Tirupati District Administration + APHDC (Lepakshi Handicrafts)	Year-round (28 domestic + 5 international per financial year for Etikoppaka/Kalamkari ODOP)	Tirupati	Etikoppaka lacquerware toys, Pen Kalamkari (Black Bangles, Metal Craft, Wood Carving also featured)	Contact Tirupati District Collector office or Lepakshi Handicrafts for buyer/exporter participation; international exhibitions attended include G20, Bharat Tex (Delhi)
DC Handicrafts Craft Bazaar / Shilp Guru Events Central govt craft fair / artisan promotion · Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, GoI — executed by APHDC / Lepakshi	Periodic throughout year (central Ministry of Textiles calendar)	Vijayawada / Visakhapatnam (rotates)	GI-tagged AP crafts: Kondapalli toys, Kalamkari, Budithi brass, Etikoppaka lacquerware, leather puppets, stone carvings	Buyer walk-in; artisan stall booking via DC Handicrafts: indian.handicrafts.gov.in/events

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Lepakshi Handicrafts (APHDC — AP Handicrafts Development Corporation)	State govt apex body aggregating 5,000+ artisans across 26 districts; 36+ craft forms — Kalamkari, Kondapalli toys, Etikoppaka lacquerware, leather puppetry, stone carving, brass, Banjara embroidery, Narasapur lace and more	Multiple emporiums across AP; B2B / corporate gifting / bulk sourcing available via their online portal and showrooms. Contact: lepakshihandicrafts.gov.in (govt portal) and lepakshihandicrafts.com (commerce site). No published MOQ; approach via corporate sales/enquiry form on site or visit emporium directly.
APCO — AP State Handloom Weavers' Cooperative Society Ltd.	Apex handloom cooperative covering 950+ primary weaver societies; stocks Dharmavaram silk, Uppada jamdani, Venkatagiri, Mangalagiri, Gadwal, Pochampalli, Narayanpet weaves	100+ sales emporiums in AP, Telangana, TN, Karnataka, WB, Odisha, Delhi; wholesale/bulk supply to resellers through APCO Bhavan HQ. Contact: APCO Bhavan, 29-11-9/1, Venkateswara Rao Road, Governorpet, Vijayawada-520002; Ph: +91 90005 51578; Email: vcmd@apcofabrics.com; Site: apcofabrics.com / apcohandlooms.com
GCC — AP Girijan Cooperative Corporation	State tribal cooperative sourcing tribal craft and natural produce (bamboo, Savara paintings, honey, herbs, coffee, turmeric, soaps) from tribal communities of north coastal AP and Rayalaseema agency areas	Wholesale and bulk supply channel; divisional offices at Paderu, Seethampeta, Parvathipuram, Chintapalli, Tirupathi, Srisailam. HQ: East Point Colony, Visakhapatnam-530017; Ph: 0891-2796164 / 2581661; Email: apgirijan1956@gmail.com; Online: apgirijanonline.com
Crafts Council of Andhra Pradesh (CCAP)	NGO federation (est. 2015, 150 members) linking buyers/designers with AP weavers and craft artisans; curates Vasantham exhibition, Handloom Bazaar, corporate gift hampers, craft tourism	Corporate gift sourcing, curated wholesale introductions; contact via craftscouncilap.com or Instagram @craftscouncil_ap (Visakhapatnam / Vijayawada based)
Kondapalli Wooden Toys Manufacturers Mutually Aided Purchase & Sales Cooperative Society	Artisan cooperative at Kondapalli village producing GI-tagged Kondapalli Bommalu (painted tella poniki wood toys/dolls)	Bulk corporate gift orders placed directly at village or via FIA Bommalu aggregator: +91 9441081199 (WhatsApp); exports to South India, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai and international markets
TRIFED / Tribes India Showroom (Visakhapatnam)	National tribal cooperative federation's retail outlet in Vizag stocking tribal handicrafts and handlooms (Savara paintings, bamboo, forest products) from AP tribal artisans	Walk-in bulk purchase at Tribes India Showroom, Visakhapatnam; bulk and wholesale B2B through TRIFED RO Hyderabad: trifed.tribal.gov.in/hyderabad; national portal: market.tribesindia.com
Padmavati Associates (Etikoppaka artisan cooperative)	Artisan cooperative at Etikoppaka village supplying GI-tagged lacquerware toys, bangles, jewellery boxes, home decor in natural dyes	Direct village sourcing; also available via Lepakshi Handicrafts emporiums and curated platforms like iTokri; contact via Anakapalli District ODOP office or Lepakshi for aggregated wholesale
CCIC / Cottage Emporium (National)	Central Cottage Industries Corporation stocks AP crafts (Kalamkari, Kondapalli, lacquerware) for national wholesale and export	Online wholesale/retail at shoponline.cottageemporium.in/andhra-pradesh; contact Delhi HQ for export inquiries

Craft clusters

Pen Kalamkari (hand-painted with bamboo pen) — Srikalahasti, Tirupati District GI: Srikalahasti Kalamkari
Block-print Kalamkari (resist-dyed fabric) — Machilipatnam, Krishna District GI: Machilipatnam Kalamkari
Kondapalli wooden toys (lathe-carved tella poniki wood) — Kondapalli village, NTR District (25 km from Vijayawada) GI: Kondapalli Bommalu
Etikoppaka lacquerware toys (natural vegetable dyes on turned wood) — Etikoppaka, Anakapalli District (65 km from Vizag) GI: Etikoppaka Toys
Dharmavaram silk sarees (broad zari borders, gold brocade pallu) — Dharmavaram, Sri Sathya Sai District GI: Dharmavaram Handloom Pattu Sarees & Fabrics
Uppada Jamdani silk sarees (diaphanous extra-weft weave) — Uppada-Kothapalli, Kakinada District GI: Uppada Jamdani Sarees
Venkatagiri cotton-silk sarees (fine weave, ribbon zari borders) — Venkatagiri, Tirupati District
Mangalagiri cotton handloom (wide nizam border fabric) — Mangalagiri, NTR District
Budithi brassware (lost-wax / dhokra-style brass casting) — Budithi, Srikakulam District GI: Budithi Brass & Bell Metal Craft
Bobbili Veena (instrument craft, carved teak wood) — Bobbili, Vizianagaram District GI: Bobbili Veena
Allagadda / Durgi stone carving (black granite sculpture) — Allagadda (Nandyal District) & Durgi (Palnadu District) GI: Allagadda Stone Carving
Narasapur crochet lace (needle-lace doilies, garments, table linen) — Narasapur, West Godavari District GI: Crocheted Lace of Narsapur
Tholu Bommalata leather puppetry (translucent painted hide puppets) — Nimmalakunta village, Guntur District GI: Leather Puppetry (Tholu Bommalata)
Udayagiri wooden cutlery and lacquerware — Udayagiri, SPS Nellore District
Banjara embroidery and mirror work — Annamayya District / Guntur District
Savara Adivasi tribal painting — Manyam District (Agency / tribal belt)
Bamboo craft (baskets, furniture, utility items) — Alluri Sitarama Raju District, Eluru District

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

AP Handicrafts Development Corporation (APHDC) / Lepakshi Handicrafts — State apex body for handicraft development, artisan welfare, marketing via emporiums and exhibitions; issues GI certifications; runs ODOP craft promotion; procurement and bulk supply channel for institutional buyers; website: lepakshihandicrafts.gov.in
AP Handloom & Textile Department (handlooms.ap.gov.in) — Policy and scheme administration for handloom weavers; runs ODOP handloom district mapping; coordinates with APCO and primary weaver cooperatives for subsidy, design development and marketing support
APCO (AP State Handloom Weavers' Cooperative Society Ltd.) — Marketing and procurement apex for 950+ primary weaver cooperatives; runs 100+ emporiums; supplies wholesale to institutional buyers and resellers; key state handloom gateway for Dharmavaram, Uppada, Mangalagiri, Venkatagiri weaves
AP Shilparamam Arts, Crafts & Cultural Society (Vijayawada) — Runs Shilparamam craft villages in Visakhapatnam and Tirupati; organises All India Crafts Mela and Hathkargha Mela annually; stall booking gateway for artisans at state-level expos
AP Girijan Cooperative Corporation (GCC) — State tribal cooperative for forest/tribal produce and craft marketing; wholesale supply from tribal belt communities; HQ Visakhapatnam
ITDA (Integrated Tribal Development Agency) — Paderu, Seethampeta, Parvathipuram zones — Tribal artisan development in agency areas; facilitates Araku Chali Utsav; coordinates with TRIFED for national marketing of tribal craft
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles — AP State Agency — Central govt body funding craft cluster development, Ambedkar Hastashilpa Vikas Yojana, ODOP expos, Shilp Guru awards; coordinates with APHDC for national-level buyer–artisan linkage; handicrafts.nic.in
EPCH (Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts) — Membership-based export council; AP craft exporters register here for IHGF Delhi fair participation, buyer–seller meets, overseas market access; epch.in

Arunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh is India's premier source for GI-tagged tribal textiles (20+ tags across Monpa, Adi, Apatani, Mishmi, Nyishi, Galo, Tangsa, Khamti, Wancho communities), handmade carpets, cane-bamboo craft, and hand-forged Dao blades — all procured through the state DTH emporium network, NEHHDC/Purbashree, the IMCLS GI Enterprise Centre, and annual handloom expos and tribal festivals where resellers can walk in and meet weavers directly.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Arunachal SARAS Mela SARAS craft mela / rural artisan fair · Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ArSRLM)	January (13–22 January 2025 edition; held annually in third week of January)	Itanagar	Handloom textiles, tribal handicrafts, embroidery, organic agri-horti-forest produce, bamboo/cane craft; SHGs from Arunachal Pradesh plus Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Assam, J&K, Goa operate individual stalls	Walk-in public fair at DK Convention Centre, Itanagar; meet artisan SHG stalls directly and negotiate bulk purchases; contact ArSRLM (under Chief Minister's office) for vendor/buyer registration
State Handloom Expo (SHE) / Arunachal Pradesh Handloom & Handicrafts Development Expo Handloom expo · Department of Textile & Handicrafts, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, with DC Handlooms (Ministry of Textiles, GoI)	March–April annually (Mar 25–Apr 7 in 2024 edition; Feb–Mar in prior years); government-scheduled via DC Handlooms marketing calendar	Naharlagun / Itanagar	Tribal handloom textiles (Monpa, Adi, Apatani, Nyishi, Galo, Idu Mishmi, Khamti, Tangsa), traditional carpets, bamboo-cane craft, sericulture products; exhibitors from AP, Nagaland, Manipur, Assam, J&K	Walk-in trade and public fair at Dorjee Khandu State Convention Centre, Itanagar or Naharlagun venue; artisans sell directly; contact Directorate of Textile & Handicrafts (0360-2211815, dth1999@rediffmail.com) to enquire about stall booking or buyer passes
Arunachal Fashion Week (AFW) — The Artisans' Movement Fashion and craft expo · NGO One Arunachal, with state government support	December (10-day event; 3rd edition December 2025)	Naharlagun	Tribal handloom textiles, traditional garments, home décor, furniture, handicrafts; tribal designers from all major communities; exhibition days 4–9 open to trade buyers	Exhibition phase is walk-in trade access at Lekhi Interior Park, Naharlagun; contact One Arunachal NGO or Department of Textile & Handicrafts for stall booking and buyer registration
Tawang Festival Tribal cultural festival with craft bazaar · Tawang District Administration / Arunachal Pradesh Tourism	October (9–11 October in 2024 edition; annual)	Tawang	Monpa handloom textiles, handmade carpets, Monpa hand-made paper, thangka paintings, bamboo-cane craft, woodcarvings, traditional jewellery; Monpa artisan stalls	Walk-in public festival; local artisan and government emporium stalls; contact ADTH Tawang or Tawang Tourism (tawangtourism.in) for stall enquiry
Pangsau Pass International Festival (PPIF) Cross-border trade and cultural festival · Arunachal Pradesh Tourism / Changlang District Administration	Third week of January (20–22 January 2025 / 2026 editions; annual)	Nampong (Changlang District)	Indigenous tribal handicrafts and handlooms from across AP districts, bamboo-cane products, traditional textiles (Tangsa, Singpho, Wancho), Myanmar artisan goods	Walk-in public festival at Nampong festival ground; tribal artisan stalls sell directly; contact Changlang DC office or AP Tourism for participation/stall enquiry; festival website: amazingarunachal.com/ppif2026
Orange Festival of Adventure & Music (OFAM) Adventure/music festival with tribal craft stalls · Private organizer (OFAM Trust); AP Tourism partner event	December (18–21 December 2025 edition; annual)	Dambuk (Lower Dibang Valley District)	Tribal handicraft stalls, Idu Mishmi textiles, bamboo-cane craft, traditional jewellery, local food products	Festival tickets INR 2,500/day or INR 9,000 all-4-days (orangefestivaldambuk.in or box office); craft stall vendor enquiry: ofam.dambuk007@gmail.com / +91-8794265861
Siang River Festival Eco-tourism and cultural festival with craft fair · East Siang District Administration / AP Tourism	Late November (28–30 November 2025 edition; annual)	Pasighat (East Siang District)	Handloom and handicrafts from multiple AP districts exhibited by district stalls; Adi tribal textiles, bamboo-cane craft, traditional jewellery, weaving demonstrations	Walk-in public festival; district artisan stalls sell directly; contact East Siang DC office or siangriverfestival.com / @siangfestival Facebook page for vendor participation
District Handloom Expo (DHE) — Namsai and rotating districts District-level handloom expo · District Textile & Handicraft offices with DC Handlooms extension / Weavers Service Centre Naharlagun	Annual; varies by district (often August–December coinciding with National Handloom Day cycle)	Namsai (and other districts on rotation)	Khamti and Singpho handloom textiles (Namsai), bamboo-cane craft, traditional phone containers, Tai Khamti textile, local processed goods	Walk-in trade and public expo; artisan SHG stalls and weavers sell directly; contact district ADTH office for dates and vendor registration
Ziro Festival of Music Music festival with tribal craft market · Private organizer (Ziro Festival); AP Tourism backing	September (last week; annual)	Ziro (Lower Subansiri District)	Apatani handloom textiles, bamboo-cane craft, handwoven baskets, traditional jewellery, Apatani gale skirts; Hapoli weekend market adjoins for daily craft buying	Festival tickets via zirofestival.com; separate craft corner and Hapoli weekend market open to public; contact organisers for vendor stall during festival period

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
NEHHDC / Purbashree Emporium	Pan-NE aggregator procuring Arunachal Pradesh tribal textiles, carpets, bamboo-cane craft, woodwork, jewellery, silk from all 8 NE states; institutional and retail sales	Institutional bulk orders available; retail via purbashree.com; Purbashree emporia in Shillong (Police Bazar, 0364-2224477), Guwahati, Kolkata, New Delhi, Bengaluru; Corporate Office: NEHHDC, Garchuk, Pamohi Road, Guwahati-781035; also on Amazon.in under 'Purbashree'; contact for wholesale/institutional quotes via head office
Department of Textile & Handicrafts, Government of Arunachal Pradesh — State Emporium-cum-Artifact House	State government emporium in Itanagar; procures finished handloom and handicraft products from artisans under Revolving Fund Scheme; runs district emporiums across AP for retail and procurement	Direct procurement from district emporiums; contact Directorate: 0360-2211815, dth1999@rediffmail.com; key officials — Smt. Barnali Sur (+91 9436041154), Haj Dodung (+91 9436047072); textiles.arunachal.gov.in; walk in to State Emporium, Itanagar or Bomdila/Tezu/Tawang district outlets
IMCLS GI Enterprise Centre (Idu Mishmi Cultural and Literary Society)	Authorised seller and GI rights holder for Idu Mishmi Textile; sells bags, purses, cushion covers, traditional skirts, coats, earrings under 'Idu Mishmi' brand from main market area in Roing, Lower Dibang Valley	Walk-in to IMCLS GI Enterprise Centre, main market, Roing; contact IMCLS directly for wholesale/trade orders; website: imcls.org; GI registration through IP India; bulk reseller enquiries via society office in Roing
Bomdila Craft Centre (District Textile & Handicrafts, West Kameng)	Govt craft centre running training and production in carpet weaving, traditional painting, woodcarving, silver smithy, tailoring; has retail/emporium outlet with Monpa and West Kameng tribal products	Walk-in to craft centre and emporium in Bomdila; ADTH Bomdila: Shri Tamal Bhattacharjee, 03872-222932 / 03782-222898, adthbomdila-wk-arn@nic.in; bulk orders negotiable with district office
Tezu Craft Centre and Wakro Weaving Centre (Lohit District DTH)	Govt craft centre in Tezu producing Lohit district tribal crafts; Weaving Centre at Wakro (Idu Mishmi border area) training weavers in traditional textiles; finished goods available	Contact Craft Superintendent/Development Officer, DTH Lohit, Tezu; lohit.nic.in for district office contacts; walk-in to Tezu craft centre for product inventory
ArSRLM Self-Help Group Network (Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission)	84,000+ SHG members across AP producing handlooms, handicrafts, processed agri-horti-forest goods; LOKAL supermarkets (e.g., Seppa, East Kameng) aggregate craft products; army/ITBP procurement agreements in place	Contact ArSRLM (under Chief Minister's office, Itanagar) for bulk buyer linkage; LOKAL/EKSAM brand (East Kameng SHG Cooperative Society) for Kameng-region craft sourcing; bulk agreements possible with SHG federations
Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) — NER desk	MoU signed April 2026 with AP Department of Textile & Handicrafts; facilitates artisan participation in national/international trade fairs, export readiness, packaging and branding for AP bamboo-cane, textiles, tribal artefacts	NER Regional Convenor Jesmina Zeliang; EPCH head office epch.in; exporters and resellers register with EPCH for trade fair access (IHGF Delhi Autumn Fair, IFJAS) and direct artisan linkage from AP
Ziro Government Crafts Emporium	State DTH-run emporium near main road in Ziro town; stocks Apatani textiles (gale skirts, shawls), handloomed carpets, cane-bamboo baskets and furniture, wooden decorative items	Walk-in retail and potential bulk negotiation; contact Lower Subansiri DTH district office or AP Tourism Ziro for opening hours and bulk purchase enquiry; no dedicated website — visit in person or contact via Itanagar DTH directorate

Craft clusters

Monpa Handloom Textiles and Handmade Carpets — Tawang and Dirang (West Kameng District) GI: Monpa Textile (GI); Arunachal Pradesh Handmade Carpet (GI)
Apatani Handloom Textile (Gale, Jacquard weave on loin loom) — Ziro, Lower Subansiri District GI: Apatani Textile (GI)
Idu Mishmi Handloom Textile (geometric motifs; bags, coats, wraparounds) — Roing and Anini (Lower Dibang Valley and Dibang Valley Districts) GI: Idu Mishmi Textile (GI)
Adi Tribal Handloom Textile (Egin cloth, shawls) — Pasighat, Along, East Siang and West Siang Districts GI: Adi Textile (GI)
Nyishi Handloom Textile — Ziro area and Papum Pare District (Itanagar surrounds) GI: Nyishi Textile Products (GI)
Galo Handloom Textile — Along (West Siang District) GI: Galo Textile (GI)
Tangsa Handloom Textile — Changlang District (Khonsa, Bordumsa) GI: Tangsa Textile (GI)
Khamti Handloom Textile — Namsai District GI: Khamti Handloom Textile (GI)
Wancho Wooden Craft (carved figural wood, pipes, headgear accessories) — Longding District (Kheti, Wakka villages) GI: Wancho Wooden Craft (GI)
Monpa Handmade Paper (lokta bark paper, decorative and functional) — Tawang District GI: Monpa Handmade Paper (GI)
Cane and Bamboo Craft (baskets, barsi carrying baskets, mats, furniture, hats) — Lower Subansiri (Ziro), West Siang, West Kameng Districts
Carpet Weaving (wool and acrylic carpets with tribal motifs) — Bomdila Craft Centre (West Kameng District)
Traditional Dao (hand-forged short sword/machete) — State-wide (blacksmith clusters in East Siang, West Siang Districts) GI: Arunachal Pradesh Dao (GI)
Silver and Bead Jewellery (tribal, ivory substitute, glass bead, brass) — Itanagar, Pasighat, Tawang local market clusters

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Department of Textile & Handicrafts (DTH), Government of Arunachal Pradesh — Primary state procurement and marketing body; runs State Emporium-cum-Artifact House in Itanagar, district emporiums, craft centres (Bomdila, Tezu) and weaving centres; procures artisan goods under Revolving Fund Scheme; organises State Handloom Expos and facilitates artisan participation in national fairs; Handloom & Handicrafts Policy 2025 framework; contact: 0360-2211815, dth1999@rediffmail.com
NEHHDC (North Eastern Handicrafts & Handlooms Development Corporation), Ministry of DoNER, GoI — Aggregates and markets NE artisan products including Arunachal Pradesh through Purbashree emporiums (Shillong, Guwahati, Kolkata, Delhi, Bengaluru) and purbashree.com; institutional sales and yarn depot; key wholesale gateway for NE crafts; 0364-2224477, Guwahati corporate office
Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ArSRLM) — Organises SARAS Mela (January, Itanagar); manages SHG federations (84,000+ members) producing craft, handloom and agri goods; facilitates buyer-SHG linkages including army/ITBP procurement; Rs 3 crore seed fund distribution to women SHGs
Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) — NER desk — MoU partner (April 2026) for AP handloom/handicraft export promotion; facilitates artisan entry into IHGF Delhi Fair and international expos; design innovation, packaging, branding support; NER Convenor: Jesmina Zeliang; epch.in
Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles, GoI — Weavers Service Centre, Naharlagun extension — Funds State Handloom Expos (March–April, Naharlagun/Itanagar) under annual marketing calendar; yarn supply subsidy; India Handloom Brand certification for AP weavers; weavers database and national marketing linkages; handlooms.nic.in
Department of Commerce & Industries / APIIP (Arunachal Pradesh Innovation & Investment Park) — Facilitates private investment in handicraft/textile enterprises; APIIP at 2nd Floor OT Building, NiTi Vihar, Itanagar-791111; single-window for exporters, manufacturers and bulk buyers wanting to set up supply chains; eodb.arunachal.gov.in

Assam

Assam is a high-value sourcing state for GI-tagged Muga/Eri/Pat silk, bell metal, cane-bamboo, terracotta, Majuli masks, Japi hats, and tribal textiles — all channelled through ARTFED cooperatives, NEHHDC Purbashree emporiums, and AGMC, with annual handloom expos across six major towns and a growing international trade fair circuit at Guwahati.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
15th East Himalayan Trade Fair (EHTF) & 2nd East Himalayan Agri Expo trade fair · India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Govt. of India	January 22–28, 2026 (annual, held every January)	Guwahati	Handicrafts, traditional crafts, textiles, agricultural products, organic goods, processed foods; regional pavilions from NE states + international stalls (Thailand, Afghanistan)	Walk-in visitor entry daily 12 noon–8 pm, free to public. For stall booking contact ITPO: Ms. Rumela Roy 9874649720, Shri Swapan Shaw 8910698030, Ms. Karabi Mitra Mallick 9830415073. Venue: Assam Engineering Institute Playground, Chandmari, Guwahati.
International Winter Trade Fair (Assam Trade Promotion Organisation) trade fair · Assam Trade Promotion Organisation (ATPO), Dept. of Industries & Commerce, Govt. of Assam	Late December to mid-January annually (4th edition 2025–26)	Guwahati	Home decor, furniture, garments, jewelry, natural incense, handicrafts; international participants from Bangladesh, Thailand, Dubai, Afghanistan	Walk-in for buyers. Stall booking via ATPO / Maniram Dewan Trade Centre, Betkuchi, Guwahati. Apply online at industries.assam.gov.in for booking at Maniram Dewan Trade Centre.
State Handloom Expo (Hathkargha Mela) handloom expo · North East People's Development Federation (NEPDF), Guwahati; sponsored by Development Commissioner for Handlooms, Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India	November–December annually; 14-day duration (2025–26 began November 26, 2025 in Dibrugarh)	Dibrugarh (rotates annually — also Guwahati, Jorhat, Tezpur, Barpeta, Silchar)	Traditional Assamese textiles, Muga/Eri/Pat silk fabrics, ethnic handloom wear, innovative handloom designs from 60+ weavers, NGOs, and handloom societies across NE India	Direct buyer walk-in; 60+ stalls by weavers and cooperatives — buyers meet producers face-to-face. Contact NEPDF, Guwahati for stall/participation details.
Craft Bazar (Gandhi Shilp Bazar) craft mela · Assam Government Marketing Corporation Ltd. (AGMC), sponsored by Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India	November–March annually; each city hosts a 10-day stint	Guwahati, Barpeta, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Tezpur (rotates)	Handloom textiles (Mekhela Chadar, Gamucha, silk), handicrafts (cane-bamboo, bell metal, terracotta), traditional Assamese handmade goods	Walk-in buyer access. Artisan/cooperative stall booking via AGMC: Pragjyotika Bhavan, G.N.B. Road, Ambari, Guwahati-781001; agmcmd@yahoo.co.in; ph 9864112686.
Jonbeel Mela (India's only living barter tribal fair) tribal festival / craft bazaar · Tiwa (Lalung) community, Morigaon district administration	January 22–24 annually (weekend of Magh Bihu); 2026 held Jan 22–24	Dayang Belguri, Jagiroad, Morigaon district (65 km from Guwahati)	Tribal forest products, rice, fish, vegetables, handwoven textiles, bamboo items, pottery; barter-based exchange between Hills Tiwa, Karbi, Khasi, Jaintia tribes and plains communities	Open walk-in for all visitors; no formal buyer pass — buyers approach stalls directly. Primarily barter but cash transactions also occur. Contact Morigaon district collectorate for logistics.
Purvottar Aadi Mahotsav (National Tribal Festival) tribal festival / craft exhibition · Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Govt. of India + TRIFED (Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India)	November, 8-day event (last held November 8–15, 2024; recurring annually)	Guwahati (Khanapara / Veterinary College Playground)	104 stalls: tribal craft, jewellery, textile handicrafts, art, paintings, tribal cuisine; artisans from Adivasi communities across NE India	Walk-in public entry. For stall participation as tribal artisan/seller contact TRIFED: trifed.tribal.gov.in. Buyers meet artisans directly at stalls.
Ambubachi Mela Craft Fair religious festival / craft bazaar · Kamakhya Devalaya Debuttar Board; district administration Guwahati	June 22–26 annually (4–5 days around Ambubachi, exact dates shift with Hindu calendar)	Guwahati (Kamakhya Temple precincts)	Traditional handicrafts, textiles, sarees, religious artefacts, bamboo items, Assamese jewelry, tantra/ritual items sold roadside and in temporary stalls	Walk-in; hundreds of roadside sellers. No formal stall booking — informal marketplace. Lakhs of pilgrims = huge footfall for bulk casual sourcing.
Majuli Festival (River Island Cultural Festival) tribal festival / craft exhibition · Directorate of Tourism, Govt. of Assam	November annually, 4-day festival	Majuli island, Jorhat district	Majuli masks, Satra manuscripts/paintings, handwoven textiles, bamboo crafts, locally made cane products, traditional ethnic garments from all of Assam	Walk-in; cultural fair format. Buyers meet artisans directly. Contact Directorate of Tourism, Assam: directortourism.assam.gov.in for exhibitor/stall inquiries.
National / State Handloom Expo (ARTFED-organised) handloom expo / sourcing show · ARTFED (Assam Apex Weavers & Artisans Cooperative Federation Ltd.), Guwahati	Year-round (ARTFED organises National Handloom Expos, Gandhi Shilp Bazars, Sourcing Shows periodically)	Guwahati and across Assam district towns	Muga, Eri, Mulberry silk textiles; cane-bamboo products; Sitalpati; jute crafts; cushion covers, bed linen, curtains, quilts, traditional Assamese garments	Stall participation and sourcing/B2B contact via ARTFED: A.K. Azad Road, Rehabari, Guwahati-781008; artfed12@gmail.com; ph 0361-2543772 / +91 9864164472.

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
ARTFED — Assam Apex Weavers & Artisans Cooperative Federation Ltd.	Apex federation aggregating 1000+ weaver cooperatives across Assam; produces and markets Muga/Eri/Pat silk textiles, cane-bamboo products, Sitalpati, jute crafts, bed linen, cushion covers, curtains, quilts using NE silks; active exporter since 1997 to 30+ countries	Wholesale and export directly via ARTFED head office; no published MOQ but B2B/export inquiries accepted. Contact: artfed12@gmail.com; ph 0361-2543772 / 2548987 / +91 9864164472; A.K. Azad Road, Rehabari, Guwahati-781008; web artfed.in / artfed.assam.gov.in
NEHHDC — North Eastern Handicrafts & Handlooms Development Corporation Ltd. (Purbashree Emporiums)	Central Govt. body (Ministry of DoNER) aggregating crafts from all 8 NE states including Assam: silk fabrics, cane-bamboo, brass/bell metal, pottery, sholapith, Assamese jewellery, souvenirs; retails via Purbashree emporiums and purbashree.com	Bulk/institutional procurement and wholesale inquiries via Corporate Office: Craft Promotion Center, Garchuk, Pamohi Road, Guwahati-781035. Registered office: Purbashree Emporium, Police Bazar, Shillong; ph 0364-2224477. Emporiums in Shillong, Guwahati, Kolkata, New Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai.
AGMC — Assam Government Marketing Corporation Ltd. (Pragjyotika Emporium)	State Govt. undertaking (est. 1959) procuring and marketing Assam Silk, Endi Silk, Cotton Mekhela Chadar, Gamucha, Pat Gamucha, Silk & Cotton Riha, Laichemphee; runs Pragjyotika Assam Emporium in Guwahati and organises Craft Bazar / Gandhi Shilp Bazar across the state	Wholesale and bulk procurement inquiries: Pragjyotika Bhavan, G.N.B. Road, Ambari, Guwahati-781001; ph 0361-2631888; DGM Dhiraj Kumar Sarma agmcmd@yahoo.co.in, ph 9864112686; Emporium in-charge ph 9435309206.
Assam Cooperative Bell Metal Utensil & Manufacturing Society Ltd.	Cooperative aggregating 2000+ artisans in Sarthebari (Barpeta) making GI-tagged bell metal products: water pots (kalah/lota), platters (sarai), dishes (kahi), bowls (bati), cymbals (tal), decorative items	Contact via Sarthebari cooperative office, Barpeta district, or through ARTFED and NEHHDC who channel Sarthebari output. Visit Sarthebari directly for factory-gate wholesale pricing.
ProNamita Ventures	Private export company based in Eastern India sourcing from Assam's Asharikandi terracotta/clay craft village (Dhubri district) plus Murshidabad silk and jute; fair-trade model, direct artisan collaboration	Export/wholesale inquiries via pronamita.com/export/handicrafts/ — international decorative art standards, global logistics. Contact form on website.
Directorate of Sericulture, Govt. of Assam	Nodal state agency for Muga, Eri, Mulberry silk production; links buyers to silk cooperatives and weaver clusters in Sualkuchi, Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Jorhat	Procurement facilitation and cooperative referrals: Reshom Nagar, Khanapara, Guwahati-781022; ph 0361-2362922 / 2361021; dos.assam@gmail.com. Director: Kajori Rajkhowa (ACS) ph 8638151183.
Sualkuchi Silk Weaver clusters (direct)	Town of 25,000+ weavers producing GI-tagged Muga silk sarees, Mekhela Chadar (traditional Assamese two-piece dress), Eri and Pat silk fabric; numerous individual weaver households and small cooperative units selling factory-gate	Direct wholesale by visiting Sualkuchi (30 km from Guwahati on NH27); haggle and bulk-buy from weaver units. Traders have established shops; Muga cocoon procurement controlled locally. Silk fabric MOQ negotiable per unit — typically 20–50 metres minimum.
TRIFED (Tribes India) — for tribal craft resellers	Central Govt. federation marketing tribal-made crafts from Assam's Adivasi, Bodo, Mishing, Tiwa, Karbi communities; jewellery, handwoven textiles, bamboo craft, folk art	Bulk/wholesale through TRIFED tribal mela events and tribesindia.com online platform. Contact TRIFED NE Regional Office, Guwahati; trifed.tribal.gov.in for B2B onboarding.

Craft clusters

Muga Silk weaving (golden silk sarees, Mekhela Chadar, dress material) — Sualkuchi, Kamrup district GI: Muga Silk of Assam (GI 2007)
Pat Silk and Eri Silk handloom weaving — Sualkuchi (Kamrup), Lakhimpur, Dhemaji, Jorhat
Bell metal / brass craft (kalah, sarai, kahi, bati, lota, tal cymbals) — Sarthebari, Barpeta district GI: Sarthebari Metal Craft (GI 2024)
Terracotta and pottery (decorative and ritual items) — Asharikandi (Madaikhali Craft Village), Dhubri district GI: Assam Asharikandi Terracotta Craft (GI 2024)
Majuli mask-making (mukha — large classical theatre masks from bamboo & clay) — Majuli island, Jorhat district (Satras/monasteries) GI: Majuli Mask of Assam (GI 2024, tag 939)
Majuli manuscript painting (Satra-style traditional paintings) — Majuli island, Jorhat district GI: Assam Majuli Manuscript Painting (GI 2024, tag 940)
Cane and bamboo craft (furniture, baskets, Japi hats, decorative items) — Bongaigaon, Kamrup, Goalpara, Nagaon districts
Japi (traditional bamboo & cane hat with textile work) — Nagaon and central Assam districts GI: Japi of Assam (GI 2024)
Sitalpati (cool mat weaving from murta reed) — Barpeta, Nalbari districts GI: Assam Pani Meteka Craft (GI 2024)
Bihu Dhol (traditional drum making) — Kamrup district GI: Bihu Dhol of Assam (GI 2024)
Mishing handloom textiles (tribal weave — Uie Poge, Ege Gasar) — Dhemaji, Lakhimpur (Mishing tribal belt) GI: Assam Mishing Handloom Products (GI 2024)
Sholapith / Solapith craft (white pith figurines, decorative art) — Barpeta, Kamrup districts

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

ARTFED (Assam Apex Weavers & Artisans Cooperative Federation Ltd.) — artfed.assam.gov.in — Apex cooperative federation for state handloom & handicraft; organises expos and sourcing shows; wholesale and export gateway for resellers; links to 1000+ member weaver societies
AGMC (Assam Government Marketing Corporation Ltd.) — agmcltd.assam.gov.in — State marketing arm for handloom and handicrafts; runs Pragjyotika emporium; organises Craft Bazar and Gandhi Shilp Bazar in 5+ cities annually; govt procurement partner
Directorate of Handloom & Textiles, Govt. of Assam — dht.assam.gov.in — Policy and development body for handloom sector; manages Weavers Cooperative Societies; coordinates handloom expo calendar (14-21 day expos in 80-100 stall format)
Directorate of Handloom Textiles & Sericulture — hts.assam.gov.in — Nodal agency for silk (Muga, Eri, Pat, Mulberry) production and cooperative linkages; handloom expo and exhibition organiser; facilitates weaver society access for bulk buyers
Directorate of Sericulture, Govt. of Assam — sericulture.assam.gov.in — Oversees Muga/Eri/Mulberry silk supply chain from cocoon to loom; connects resellers to silk weaver clusters in Sualkuchi, Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Jorhat; dos.assam@gmail.com
NEHHDC (North Eastern Handicrafts & Handlooms Development Corporation) — nehhdc.com — Central Govt. (Ministry of DoNER) aggregator for all 8 NE states; runs Purbashree emporia in 6 cities; institutional/bulk procurement and B2B collaboration for resellers and exporters
ATPO (Assam Trade Promotion Organisation) — industries.assam.gov.in — State body managing Maniram Dewan Trade Centre (10-acre fairground, Guwahati); organises International Winter Trade Fair; stall booking for sellers via ATPO portal
ITPO (India Trade Promotion Organisation) — itpo.gov.in — Central Govt. body organising East Himalayan Trade Fair (EHTF) in Guwahati annually (January); stall allocation for MSMEs, SHGs, cooperatives; contact for NE region participation
TRIFED (Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India) — trifed.tribal.gov.in — Markets tribal crafts from Assam's indigenous communities; organises Aadi Mahotsav fairs; online platform Tribes India; B2B onboarding for resellers of tribal goods
Commissionerate of Industries & Commerce, Assam — industriescom.assam.gov.in — Nodal body for handicraft industry development; lists active handicraft clusters by district; policy interface for exporters seeking state-level collaboration or MoU

Bihar

Bihar is India's foremost cluster for Madhubani/Mithila painting and Bhagalpuri tussar silk, with a growing government ecosystem (UMSAS, BSHHCL, Jeevika SHGs) and a dense annual calendar of craft melas, handloom expos, and GI showcases that give resellers direct access to 35,000+ weavers and hundreds of artisan-run stalls.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Bihar Saras Mela SARAS mela / SHG craft bazaar · Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society (BRLPS / JEEViKA), Dept of Rural Development, Govt of Bihar	December (typically 17 days, Dec 12–28 in 2024 edition; annual)	Patna (Gandhi Maidan)	Handicrafts, handlooms, Madhubani art, Sikki grass craft, Sujani embroidery, organic products, regional food — 500+ stalls from 25+ states, primarily women SHG sellers	Walk-in for retail buyers; stall booking by SHG federations via BRLPS (brlps.in / Jeevika portal); bulk buyers can approach individual stall holders directly at the fair
State Handloom Expo Handloom expo · Department of Industries, Govt of Bihar	February (Feb 13–25 in 2025 edition; annual)	Patna (Gandhi Maidan)	Bhagalpur tussar silk sarees, Madhubani print textiles, Banarasi sarees from Nawada/Kaimur, Dupion silk (Banka), batik prints, jute-silk items, applique bedsheets; 90 stalls, 52 reserved for Bihar weavers	Walk-in purchase directly from weavers (11am–9pm); stall allotment for weavers through Directorate of Handloom & Sericulture Bihar; bulk buyers negotiate directly at stalls
Sonepur / Harihar Kshetra Mela Craft mela / cattle fair (Asia's largest cattle fair with major craft component) · District Administration, Saran; stall allotment coordinated by UMSAS for handicraft zone	Kartik Purnima (November), spanning ~1 month (Nov 20–Dec 5 in 2025 edition; annual)	Sonepur (Saran district), ~25 km north of Patna	Madhubani art, Tikuli art, Sikki craft, terracotta, metalwork, textiles, garments, agricultural implements — wholesale craft vendors such as Srijay Handicrafts Pvt Ltd and Rang Variation Pvt Ltd book dedicated stalls	Walk-in for buyers; stall booking via UMSAS portal (umsas.org.in — Stall Selection List published before fair); wholesale buyers walk the handicraft zone and negotiate directly with stall holders
Bharat GI Mahotsav GI showcase / craft trade fair · PatnaKart Agro Farms Pvt Ltd + FISME (Federation of Indian Micro and Small & Medium Enterprises), supported by Ministry of MSME	November (Nov 27–30 in 2025 edition; aims to be annual)	Patna (City Centre Mall in 2025 edition)	50+ GI-tagged products — Bhagalpuri Silk, Madhubani Paintings, Shahi Litchi, Katarni Rice, Magahi Paan, Mithila Makhana, Sohrai-Khovar tribal art; 100+ stalls	Formal buyer-seller meets conducted; register via gimahotsav.patnakart.in or contact PatnaKart (patnakart.in) for buyer passes; digital marketplace onboarding also facilitated at event
NIFT Patna Craft Bazaar (Spectrum) Craft bazaar / design showcase · National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Patna, under Ministry of Textiles	March (Mar 12–14 in 2026 edition; annual)	Patna (NIFT campus, Mithapur Farms)	Bihar handloom textiles, handicrafts, student-designed products inspired by traditional Bihar crafts	Open walk-in to campus for retail buyers; contact NIFT Patna admissions/events office for trade/bulk buyer passes
Rajgir Mahotsav Cultural festival with craft component · Bihar Tourism Department	October–December (final week of October typical; Dec 19–21 in 2025 edition; annual)	Rajgir (Nalanda district)	Indigenous handicrafts from Bihar and visiting states; Gramin Shri Mela component features local artisan and farmer stalls; food, book fair alongside	Walk-in; artisan stalls open to direct purchase; Tourism Dept contact tourism.bihar.gov.in for stall booking in artisan zone
Vaishali Mahotsav Cultural festival with craft / government exhibition component · Bihar Tourism Department	April (Apr 10+ in 2025; annual, coincides with Vaishali's Buddhist/Jain heritage calendar)	Vaishali (Hajipur area)	Bihar handicrafts including brass/ashtadhatu idols, Madhubani art, Meena Bazaar textiles; 60+ government exhibition stalls	Walk-in; direct purchase from artisan stalls; contact tourism.bihar.gov.in or district collectorate for stall bookings
PM Vishwakarma Yojana Trade Fairs (District-level circuit) Artisan trade fair / scheme awareness cum sales · MSME Development Office, Bihar (Ministry of MSME, Govt of India)	February–March 2026 (series of 2–3 day fairs at MSME Development Office campuses; recurring annually)	Patna, Muzaffarpur, Rajgir, Rohtas and other district HQs (rotating)	Handmade products by traditional artisans — carpenters, blacksmiths, potters, goldsmiths, tailors, cobblers; ~60 stalls per fair	Walk-in; buyers negotiate directly with artisans; contact MSME Development Office Patna for upcoming fair schedule and bulk purchase facilitation
India International Mega Trade Fair (IIMTF) Patna Trade fair / MSME expo · GS Marketing Associates	January (Jan 2–12 in 2026 edition; annual)	Patna (Gyan Bhavan, Exhibition Ground)	Consumer goods, textiles, lifestyle brands, MSME innovations including handicrafts; draws buyers from Bihar, Jharkhand, Eastern Uttar Pradesh	Exhibitor stall booking via megatradefair.com; buyer passes available; wholesale negotiation at stalls
NABARD Grameen Bharat Exhibition Rural artisan / handloom expo · NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development), Bihar Regional Office	Annual (typically 9 days; exact dates vary per NABARD calendar)	Patna	Handloom, silk, handicrafts, organic products, agro-food by rural artisans and farmers from across Bihar and eastern India	Walk-in for buyers; contact NABARD Bihar RO (nabard.org) or follow nabard_online social for annual fair dates; wholesale negotiation directly with SHG/FPO stalls

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Upendra Maharathi Shilp Anusandhan Sansthan (UMSAS)	State nodal agency aggregating all major Bihar handicrafts — Madhubani painting, Tikuli, Sikki, metal craft, wood carving; maintains skilled artisan directory and runs training programs	Three sales outlets (Khadi Mall Patna, Bihar Emporium Mauryalok Complex Patna, Bihar Emporium Delhi); vendor registration portal at umsas.org.in; tie-ups with Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho for artisan online listings; contact umsas.org.in/contact/ — no formal published MOQ, negotiate directly with institute
Bihar State Handloom & Handicrafts Corporation Ltd (BSHHCL)	State government corporation (est. 1974) aggregating handloom and handicraft products from Bihar's weavers; retail and wholesale outlet at Udyog Bhavan, Bikri Kendra, Gandhi Maidan Footwalk, Patna 800004	Walk-in wholesale procurement at Gandhi Maidan outlet; government procurement / bulk orders via Industries Department Bihar; contact through in-store or Directorate of Handloom & Sericulture Bihar (handloomandsericulture.bihar.gov.in)
Bihar Rajya Khadi Gramodyog Bhawan (Bihar Khadi Mall)	Government-run khadi and handloom emporium sourcing tussar silk directly from Bhagalpur weavers, plus khadi textiles and craft products; East Gandhi Maidan, Patna 800004	Wholesale and bulk supply to institutions/resellers; contact +91-9155014697 or info@biharkhadi.com; website biharkhadi.com; hours 11am–7pm Mon–Fri
JEEViKA / BRLPS SHG Federations	Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society federation of women SHGs producing Madhubani painting, Sikki craft, Sujani embroidery, tailoring, and food products across Bihar's rural districts	Approach via BRLPS (brlps.in); SHG cluster products sold at SARAS Mela and Jeevika haats; for wholesale tie-ups contact Bihar BRLPS State Project Management Unit, Patna; no standard MOQ — negotiated per federation
Kolika Weavers Collective Pvt Ltd	Wholesale distributor and exporter of handloom silk sarees, cotton sarees, and dupattas from Bhagalpur's weaver clusters; holds IEC (export code)	B2B wholesale via IndiaMART profile (indiamart.com/kolika-weavers-collective); owner Z Eqbal; GST and export code verified; MOQ not published — contact via IndiaMART for pricing
Mithila Handicraft Artists Industrial Cooperation Society	Artisan cooperative based in Jitwarpur (Madhubani district) supporting Madhubani/Mithila painting artists; cluster of ~70% families dependent on painting sales	Direct supply from Jitwarpur village; visit artisan cluster for wholesale lots; government-funded craft village infrastructure at Jitwarpur provides organized market stalls; contact through Madhubani district MSME office or UMSAS for referrals
PatnaKart (Patnakart Agro Farms Pvt Ltd)	Bihar-focused e-commerce platform and B2B facilitator for GI-tagged and handicraft products; organizer of Bharat GI Mahotsav; onboards artisans and FPOs onto digital marketplace	B2B buyer registration at patnakart.in; can facilitate sourcing of Madhubani art, Sikki craft, Sujani embroidery, Bhagalpuri silk in bulk; contact via gimahotsav.patnakart.in or main site for reseller tie-ups
CCIC / Cottage Emporium (Central Cottage Industries Corporation)	Central govt emporium with dedicated Bihar GI craft section online; stocks Madhubani paintings; supplier to institutional and export buyers	Online orders at shoponline.cottageemporium.in/bihar-gi; bulk/institutional orders: +91-9971758003 or Support@cottageemporium.in; vendor enrollment form on main site

Craft clusters

Madhubani / Mithila Painting — Jitwarpur, Ranti, Rasidpur — Madhubani district GI: Madhubani Paintings (GI)
Bhagalpuri Tussar Silk (weaving) — Nathnagar, Bhagalpur city — Bhagalpur district GI: Bhagalpuri Silk (GI)
Sujani / Sujini Embroidery — Bhusra village (Gaighat block), Muzaffarpur; select villages in Madhubani GI: Sujini Embroidery Work of Bihar (GI)
Sikki Grass Craft (baskets, dolls, décor) — Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Darbhanga districts (Mithila belt)
Tikuli Painting (lacquered glass art) — Patna city
Bawan Buti Handloom Saree (52-motif weave) — Nalanda district GI: Bawan Buti Saree (GI)
Manjusha Art (Angika serpent scroll painting) — Bhagalpur district GI: Manjusha Art (GI)
Khatwa Applique Work — Patna city
Stone Carving / Soapstone Craft — Gaya district
Terracotta / Clay Craft — Nawada, Patna rural clusters
Brass / Ashtadhatu Metal Casting (deity idols) — Vaishali, Hajipur
Dupion Silk Weaving — Banka district

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Upendra Maharathi Shilp Anusandhan Sansthan (UMSAS), Dept of Industries, Govt of Bihar — umsas.org.in — Nodal handicraft development agency; training, artisan directory, three retail outlets, e-commerce tie-ups, Sonepur Mela stall allotment, fair participation
Directorate of Handloom & Sericulture, Bihar — handloomandsericulture.bihar.gov.in — Nodal body for handloom and silk development; administers 3.66 lakh weavers and 77,000 looms; organizes State Handloom Expo; supports clusters in Bhagalpur, Nalanda, Siwan, Madhubani, Sitamarhi
Bihar State Handloom & Handicrafts Corporation Ltd (BSHHCL), Industries Dept — State government wholesale/retail corporation for handloom and handicrafts; runs Bikri Kendra outlet at Gandhi Maidan, Patna; institutional procurement channel
Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society (BRLPS / JEEViKA), Dept of Rural Development — brlps.in — World Bank-aided body organizing SHG women artisans into federations for craft production and marketing; runs SARAS Mela; connects SHG craft producers to buyers
Bihar Rajya Khadi Gramodyog Board (KVIB Bihar) — kvibbihar.com / biharkhadi.com — State khadi and village industries board; runs Khadi Mall (East Gandhi Maidan, Patna); procures tussar silk directly from Bhagalpur weavers; institutional and wholesale supply
Ambapali Bihar Emporium, New Delhi (under Bihar Industries Dept) — biharbhawan.gov.in — State emporium at Baba Kharak Singh Marg, New Delhi; retail and institutional showcase of Bihar handicrafts and handlooms; contact point for Delhi-based resellers and exporters
MSME Development Office, Patna (Ministry of MSME, Govt of India) — Organizes PM Vishwakarma Yojana trade fairs (Patna, Muzaffarpur, Rajgir, Rohtas etc.); facilitates buyer-artisan linkages; skill certification and credit support for artisans
Bihar Tourism Department — tourism.bihar.gov.in — Organizes Rajgir Mahotsav and Vaishali Mahotsav with dedicated handicraft stall zones; state tourism infrastructure supporting craft cluster visits (Jitwarpur, Bhagalpur)

Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh is India's premier tribal craft state — home to GI-tagged Bastar Dhokra (lost-wax metal casting), Bastar iron craft, Bastar bamboo, Bastar wood carving, and Champa Kosa/Tussar silk — offering resellers direct access through the Shabari emporium network, TRIFED's Tribes India outlets, weaver cooperatives in Janjgir-Champa, and a dense calendar of government craft fairs anchored by Rajyotsava (November), Bastar Lokotsav (January), National Tribal Dance Festival (November), and Bastar's 3,500+ weekly haat bazaars.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Bastar Lokotsav tribal folk festival with craft market · District Administration Bastar / Chhattisgarh Tourism Board	January (annually, typically third week)	Jagdalpur, Bastar	Dhokra bell metal, wrought iron, bamboo basketry, wood carving, terracotta, tribal jewelry, traditional textiles	Walk-in public fair; artisans sell directly from stalls — buyers can negotiate bulk purchases directly with tribal artisans on-site
Chhattisgarh Rajyotsava Craft Mela / Shilp Gram state government cultural fair with handicraft exhibition · Government of Chhattisgarh (Department of Culture & Chhattisgarh Handicraft Development Board)	November 1–6 annually (state foundation day week)	Naya Raipur (Rajyotsava Maidan)	Full spectrum of Chhattisgarh crafts — Dhokra, iron craft, Kosa silk sarees, bamboo, terracotta, Gond and Pata paintings, tribal jewelry	Walk-in public fair; Shabari emporium and CHDB stalls present — contact CHDB (shabari.cg.gov.in) for stall bookings; bulk buyers can meet artisan sellers directly
National Tribal Dance Festival tribal cultural festival with craft market · Chhattisgarh Tourism Board	Late October / early November (annually; linked to Chhattisgarh Rajyotsava period)	Raipur (Science College Ground)	Wrought iron, bell metal/Dhokra, sisal, shell craft, wood craft, bamboo craft, tribal textiles	Open to the public; craft market runs alongside the festival — resellers can walk in and buy directly from artisans; 1,500+ artists from 28 states and 10+ countries attend
Bastar Dussehra Mela tribal religious festival with craft bazaar · Bastar District Administration / Jagdalpur Municipal Corporation	75-day festival; main craft market peaks September–October (dates shift annually with Hindu calendar)	Jagdalpur, Bastar	Dhokra metalwork, bamboo products, tribal dress and jewelry, wooden idols, terracotta	Largest public gathering in Chhattisgarh; walk-in craft bazaar where tribal artisans sell directly — ideal for bulk sourcing negotiations
Bhoramdeo Mahotsav cultural mahotsav with artisan craft fair · District Administration Kabirdham / Chhattisgarh Tourism Board	Last week of March (13th day after Holi, annually)	Kawardha (Kabirdham district), 20 km from Kawardha	Handwoven textiles, pottery, tribal jewelry, local handicrafts	Walk-in fair; artisans and local tribal craftspeople sell directly; contact Kabirdham district tourism (kawardha.gov.in) for program details
Champaran Mela religious mela with craft market · Local temple committee and district administration	Kartik Purnima (October–November, annually)	Champaran (56 km from Raipur)	Local handicrafts, textiles, jewelry, traditional goods	Walk-in public fair; vendors and artisans sell directly — good sourcing point for local Chhattisgarhi craft items
SARAS Aajeevika Mela (Chhattisgarh edition/participation) SARAS mela / SHG livelihood fair · DAY-NRLM Chhattisgarh State Rural Livelihoods Mission (CSRLM), Ministry of Rural Development	Variable; state-level SARAS melas organized through the year by DAY-NRLM state mission	Raipur / multiple district venues (Bilaspur, Durg rotated annually)	Kosa silk sarees, handloom fabrics, tribal handicrafts, organic products — made by women SHG members under Chhattis Kala and allied brands	Walk-in; SHG women sell directly — resellers can negotiate supply agreements with SHG federations; contact CSRLM Raipur office for wholesale/aggregator tie-ups
Aadi Mahotsav (TRIFED National Tribal Festival — Chhattisgarh participation) national tribal craft festival · TRIFED, Ministry of Tribal Affairs	February (annually, ~9 days)	New Delhi (Dilli Haat / Major Dhyan Chand Stadium) — Chhattisgarh artisans attend	Bastar Dhokra, iron craft, bamboo, Kosa silk, tribal jewelry — sourced from Chhattisgarh artisans by TRIFED	Walk-in public fair in Delhi; to source directly from Chhattisgarh artisans, contact TRIFED Raipur Regional Office — Ashirwad Bhawan, Plot No. 7, Pandri, Raipur 492004
Bastar Weekly Haat Bazaars tribal weekly market · Self-organized tribal community markets	Year-round weekly: Bastar town-Thursday, Jagdalpur-Sunday, Kondagaon-Sunday, Tokapal-Monday, Lohandiguda-Friday, Nangur-Friday	Bastar district (Jagdalpur, Kondagaon, Tokapal, Lohandiguda, Bastar town, Nangur)	Bamboo baskets and furniture, terracotta, wrought iron pieces, tribal jewelry, forest produce, handloom cloth	Walk-in; artisans and tribal sellers trade directly — primary grassroots sourcing point; no formal stall booking; negotiate MOQ directly with artisans; best 10am–2pm

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Shabari Emporium (Chhattisgarh Handicraft Development Board)	Government emporium aggregating all major Chhattisgarh crafts — Dhokra, iron craft, Kosa silk, bamboo, wood, terracotta, tribal jewelry	Bulk/wholesale orders accepted with customized products and packaging; locations: C.G. Haat Complex, Pandri, Raipur 492004 (ph: +91 77122 29947); Nava Raipur (Atal Nagar); New Delhi; Ahmedabad. Website: shabari.cg.gov.in. Email/contact via site for bulk inquiry.
Chhattisgarh State Handloom Development & Marketing Cooperative Association Ltd	Apex handloom body aggregating Kosa silk sarees, shawls, stoles, garments from weaver cooperatives across Janjgir-Champa, Bilaspur, Raigarh	Wholesale supply to resellers; contact: B-26, Sector-07, New Rajendra Nagar, Raipur; ph: 0771-4059181 / 2410744; email: cghandloom@gmail.com; showroom details at cgapexhandloom.org.in
Bastar Arts (The Craft Story)	Retail and wholesale store specializing in authentic Bastar Dhokra metal sculptures, Gond paintings, tribal home decor; large inventory	Corporate gifting and wholesale/bulk orders available via enquiry form; physical store: 2nd Floor, Above Puma/Raymonds, Telibandha Chowk, Ring Road No. 1, Raipur CG; online: bastararts.com; social: @bastarartscg (Instagram/Facebook)
TRIFED Tribes India — Raipur Outlet	Government tribal craft aggregator — Bastar Dhokra, iron craft, bamboo, Kosa silk, tribal jewelry sourced from Chhattisgarh artisans	Wholesale/bulk supply via TRIFED national network; Raipur outlet: Ashirwad Bhawan, Plot No. 7, Behind Mata Garage, Pandri, Raipur 492004; national portal: tribesindia.com; also at TRI campus, Naya Raipur (inaugurated August 2025)
Visheshwari Bunkar Sahakari Samiti (Maryadit)	Weaver cooperative producing Kosa/Champa Tussar silk sarees and fabrics	Wholesale supply direct from weavers; based in Chandrapur, Janjgir-Champa district; contact via DC Handlooms weaver database or Chhattisgarh Apex Handloom (cgapexhandloom.org.in) for referral
Durga Kosa Bunkar Sahakari Samiti (Maryadit)	Weaver cooperative producing Kosa Tussar silk sarees	Wholesale from weavers; based in Gram Kuwarda, Janjgir-Champa; contact via Apex Handloom Raipur or DC Handlooms database
M.M. Handloom Silk	Manufacturer, supplier and wholesaler of Kosa silk sarees — established 2009	Wholesale and manufacturing supply; based in Sakti, Janjgir-Champa, Chhattisgarh; listed on TradeIndia; MOQ negotiable — contact via tradeindia.com listing or Indiamart directory
Sitaram Hathkaragha Udyog	Manufacturer supplying silk suits, Tussar silk dupattas, Kosa Tussar sarees — established 1980	Wholesale supply; based in Champa, Janjgir-Champa district; listed on Indiamart; MOQ ~10 pieces at Rs 5,000–10,000 per piece; contact via Indiamart listing
Saathi Samaj Sewi Sanstha (NGO)	NGO working with tribal craftspeople for 20+ years — primarily terracotta; also interfaces with Dhokra and other Bastar crafts; based on Kondagaon-Narainpur road	NGO aggregator; works with artisan groups for bulk sourcing partnerships; contact via DC Handicrafts empanelled NGO list (handicrafts.nic.in/empanelledngolist.aspx) or directly in Kondagaon
Chhattis Kala (women SHG brand under CSRLM)	State brand integrating tribal crafts with e-commerce — operated by Pragati and allied women Self-Help Groups under DAY-NRLM Chhattisgarh	Wholesale/aggregator partnerships via CSRLM; contact Chhattisgarh State Rural Livelihoods Mission, Raipur for SHG federation tie-ups covering Kosa silk, Dhokra, bamboo, and embroidery products

Craft clusters

Dhokra / Bell Metal Lost-Wax Casting — Kondagaon, Jagdalpur, Narayanpur (Bastar district) GI: Bastar Dhokra (GI tag 2014)
Wrought Iron / Bastar Iron Craft — Kondagaon, Jagdalpur (Bastar district) GI: Bastar Iron Craft (GI tag)
Bamboo Craft (baskets, furniture, 200+ product types) — Jagdalpur, Kondagaon, across Bastar district GI: Bastar Bamboo Craft (GI tag)
Wood Carving / Tribal Wooden Sculpture — Jagdalpur, Kondagaon, Bastar district GI: Bastar Wooden Craft (GI tag, listed item 84)
Kosa / Champa Tussar Silk Sarees — Champa, Janjgir, Sakti, Korba, Raigarh, Bilaspur (Janjgir-Champa district is primary hub) GI: Champa Silk Saree & Fabric (GI tag 2010/2011)
Terracotta / Clay Sculpture — Edka village (Narayanpur tehsil), Bastar district; also Raipur area
Gond / Muria / Pata Tribal Painting — Tokapal, Nagarnar, Kondagaon, Bastar district
Lipan / Clay Relief (Sarguja art) — Sarguja district (Ambikapur region)
Tribal Silver & Bronze Jewelry — Bastar district — Ghadwa artisan community across Kondagaon and Jagdalpur

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Chhattisgarh Handicraft Development Board (CHDB) / Shabari — Nodal state agency under Dept of Rural Industries; runs Shabari emporium network; funds artisan production centers; accepts bulk/wholesale orders; organizes state craft fairs; contact: shabari.cg.gov.in
Chhattisgarh State Handloom Development & Marketing Cooperative Association Ltd (CG Apex Handloom) — Apex handloom marketing cooperative; aggregates Kosa silk and other handloom products from weaver cooperatives; runs showrooms; wholesale supply to institutions and resellers; cgapexhandloom.org.in
TRIFED Regional Office Raipur — National tribal craft federation; sources Bastar craft directly from tribal artisans; runs Tribes India retail outlets in Raipur (Pandri + Naya Raipur TRI campus); organizes Aadi Mahotsav at national level; trifed.tribal.gov.in
Chhattisgarh Tourism Board — Organizes Bastar Lokotsav (Jan), National Tribal Dance Festival (Oct/Nov), and Bhoramdeo Mahotsav (March) — all with embedded craft markets; tourism.cgstate.gov.in
District Administration Bastar (Jagdalpur) — Governs craft clusters across Kondagaon, Narayanpur, Jagdalpur; runs District Handicraft officer network; facilitates artisan registration, GI certification, and bulk sourcing introductions; bastar.gov.in
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles — Chhattisgarh state agency node — Central government body listing state-empanelled NGOs and artisan societies for procurement; runs AMBEDKAR HASTSHILP VIKAS YOJANA and cluster development programs in Bastar; handicrafts.nic.in
Chhattisgarh State Rural Livelihoods Mission (CSRLM) / DAY-NRLM — Runs SARAS melas and SHG federation craft aggregation under the Chhattis Kala brand; connects women artisan groups to resellers and e-commerce channels; district offices across all 33 districts

Goa

Goa is a compact but rich sourcing destination for Portuguese-influenced crafts — crochet lace, Kunbi handloom, terracotta, brassware, bamboo, and coconut shell products — anchored by GHRSSIDC's ten emporiums and a growing cooperative sector; the seasonal tourist economy makes flea markets (November–April) a direct buyer-meets-artisan channel alongside year-round govt-run fairs and the state's active participation at national trade fairs.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Lokotsav (Folk & Craft Festival) Craft mela / folk festival · Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Goa	January, 10 days annually (2025: Jan 17–26; 2026: Jan edition, 25th anniversary)	Panaji (Kala Academy / Darya Sangam)	Handicrafts from 1,000+ artisans across India — block print, applique, toys, Goan crafts, folk textiles; also live folk performances from 600+ artists	Walk-in public; direct purchase from artisan stalls; no buyer pass required. Contact Directorate of Art & Culture, Panaji for stall booking as exhibitor.
Gandhi Shilp Bazar Tribal craft mela / exhibition-cum-sale · Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles / NHDP; coordinated locally by GHRSSIDC	Recurring annually; June 2025 edition: June 25–30 at Panaji; 2026 edition: through March 24, 2026 at International Centre Goa, Dona Paula	Panaji / Dona Paula (venue varies by year)	Tribal ST artisan products: Gond paintings, Mekhala Chador textiles (Assam), jute crafts, Mooj grass products (Uttarakhand), Banjara embroidery (Maharashtra), Meghalaya woodcraft; 70 stalls per edition	Walk-in; direct purchase from artisan stalls. Artisan selection via open national application through DC Handicrafts field offices. Buyers: no pass needed, direct purchase at stall.
Aparant Maand Craft mela / cultural fair · GHRSSIDC (Goa Handicrafts Rural & Small Scale Industries Development Corporation)	March–April (2025 edition confirmed; annual)	Mapusa	Traditional Goan handicrafts — Kunbi textiles, pottery, coir, bamboo, crochet, spices; Goa-centric artisan showcase	Walk-in; direct artisan purchase. Resellers can contact GHRSSIDC (ghrssidc@gmail.com / +91 832 2228157) to book exhibitor stalls or enquire about bulk procurement.
Goa Heritage Festival Heritage / cultural festival with craft bazaar · Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC)	May (2026 edition: May 8–10; also January edition planned; annual)	Saligao (Football Ground)	Goan heritage crafts, handcrafted souvenirs, women SHG products, traditional Goan food; live music and dance performances	Walk-in; artisan stalls open for direct purchase. Women SHG units sell crafts and food on site. Contact GTDC (goa-tourism.com) for stall booking.
Anjuna Wednesday Flea Market Flea market / artisan bazaar · Self-organised market (no single organiser)	Every Wednesday, year-round (peak season Nov–April)	Anjuna, North Goa	Handicrafts, bohemian clothing, handmade jewellery, Rajasthani/Kashmiri/Tibetan craft, coconut products, leather goods, home decor	Walk-in; stall space rented weekly on ground to vendors. Resellers can negotiate directly with vendors or take multiple pieces. No buyer pass — open market.
Arpora Saturday Night Market (Ingo's Night Market) Night market / seasonal flea market · Private management (Ingo's)	Every Saturday, November to April (6 PM–midnight)	Arpora, North Goa (near Baga)	500+ stalls: handicrafts, handmade jewellery, clothing, carpets, hammocks, coconut shell items, spices; live music	Walk-in; stall booking by individual vendors for season. Resellers/buyers visit directly to source from artisans and traders. No formal buyer pass.
Mapusa Friday Bazaar Weekly local bazaar · Mapusa Municipal Council	Every Friday, year-round (best 8–11 AM)	Mapusa, North Goa	Pottery, coir products, spices, handmade baskets, Goan produce, traditional crafts; no-middleman pricing from artisans	Walk-in; wholesale quantities negotiable directly with artisans/vendors. Best for resellers sourcing pottery (Kumbhar), coir, and local crafts at ex-farm prices.
Goa Pavilion at India International Trade Fair (IITF) National trade fair (state pavilion) · Dept. of Information & Publicity, Govt of Goa + GHRSSIDC (artisan stalls); ITPO runs IITF	November 14–27 annually (44th IITF: Nov 14–27, 2025; Goa won Special Appreciation Award 2025)	New Delhi (Pragati Maidan) — Goa participates as exhibitor state	GI-tagged Goan products, traditional handicrafts, Kunbi textiles, crochet, cashew products, Feni; artisans sell directly	Public/trade visitors; artisans sell directly from stalls. Resellers can approach DHTC Goa (dhtcgoa@gmail.com / 0832-2226153) or GHRSSIDC to tie up ahead of IITF for bulk supply.
Handicrafts Mini Expo (WTC Goa) Mini expo / exhibition-cum-sale · World Trade Center Goa	Periodic (2025 edition confirmed); organised as needed by WTC Goa	Panaji	Bamboo, coir, coconut shell items, textiles; showcases Goan artisan products to business and general visitors	Business visitors and general public. Resellers can contact WTC Goa for participation or buyer networking. wtca.org/locations/world-trade-center-goa
Goa Cashew Fest Food and craft festival · Private / Goa Forest Development Corporation (GFDC) support	April (2026 Season 4: April 10–12; annual)	Panaji (DB Ground)	Cashew products (GI-tagged), Goan cuisine, cashew feni, local craft stalls, traditional Goan goods	Free entry walk-in. Craft and food stall vendors apply independently. Resellers can source GI cashew and packaged Goan products directly.

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
GHRSSIDC (Goa Handicrafts Rural & Small Scale Industries Development Corporation Ltd.)	State govt undertaking (est. 1980): aggregates and retails all major Goan handicrafts through 10 emporiums across Goa + 1 in Delhi. Conducts melas. Runs Preferential Purchase Scheme for govt/corporate procurement. Subsidises clay idol makers.	Contact for bulk/wholesale procurement and B2B enquiries: ghrssidc@gmail.com \| +91 832 2228157 / +91 832 2225328. Emporiums at DIM Emporium Panaji and ISBT Bus Stand (confirmed); 8 additional state locations. Website: ghrssidc.com
Department of Handicrafts, Textile & Coir (DHTC), Govt of Goa	State dept running training centres in bamboo, coir, pottery, wood carving, handloom weaving, papier-mache, metal craft, batik. Implements Swavalamban Yojana (financial assistance for artisans at exhibitions). Oversees Goa Handloom Weavers Cooperative Society.	Not a direct seller but key channel for B2G and cooperative tie-ups. Contact: dir-dhtc.goa@gov.in \| dhtcgoa@gmail.com \| (0832) 2226153. Spaces Building, 3rd Floor, Patto Plaza, Panaji.
Industrial Handicraft & Handloom Co-Operative Society Ltd (IHHCSL)	Established 1980, Panaji. Women's cooperative preserving Portuguese crochet art — tablecloths, cushion covers, coasters, altar cloth, door hangings, apparel edgings. Products reach export markets and local stores.	Facebook presence at facebook.com/ihhcos — contact for wholesale quantities. Located in Panjim. No public e-commerce; approach directly for bulk orders, export partnerships.
Goa Handloom Weavers Cooperative Society Limited	Registered Feb 2023; 45 women first-generation weavers; four centres (Deusu, Mandrem + 2). Weaves GI-linked Kunbi sarees and shawls. NABARD-funded, FiiRE-incubated. Govt gifting anchor (dignitaries receive Kunbi shawls).	Approach via FiiRE (Forum for Innovation Incubation Research and Entrepreneurship) at Don Bosco Engineering College, Fatorda, South Goa. No direct website; contact DHTC Goa or FiiRE to initiate wholesale tie-up.
Goa Forest Development Corporation (GFDC) — Cashew Products	State forest corporation managing cashew Fest and GI-tagged cashew kernel and feni supply chains. Aggregates certified Goa cashew for institutional buyers.	Contact via gfdcgoa.com for institutional/export procurement of GI Goa Cashew Kernel. Annual Cashew Fest (April) is a direct sourcing channel.
World Trade Center Goa	Hosts periodic Handicrafts Mini Expos connecting Goan artisans to business buyers — bamboo, coir, coconut, textiles. B2B networking events.	Contact WTC Goa via wtca.org/locations/world-trade-center-goa for buyer registration at mini expos and artisan introductions.
Mapusa Municipal Market	Largest weekly craft and produce market in North Goa; Friday peak with Kumbhar pottery, coir, handmade baskets, spices, local crafts directly from artisans and farmers.	Walk-in Friday mornings (8–11 AM best); negotiate bulk directly with artisans — no middleman. mapusamunicipalmarket.com for vendor contacts.

Craft clusters

Kunbi Handloom Sarees & Shawls — Korgaon, Quepem, Canacona, Sanguem (South Goa); also Deusu and Mandrem (North Goa) GI: Kunbi Saree (GI filed; revival underway — GI-certified cluster per Save Handloom Foundation)
Crochet & Lace Embroidery — Panaji (North Goa) — Portuguese convent tradition, now practiced by women's societies city-wide
Red Clay Terracotta Pottery (Kumbhar community) — Bicholim, Bardem, Mayem, Calangute (North Goa)
Brassware & Brass Lamps (Kansara community) — Mapusa, Sanquelim, Bicholim (North Goa)
Bamboo & Cane Craft (Maniche Kaam) — Porvorim, Pernem, Mangueshi (North Goa); Madgaon, Cuncolim (South Goa)
Wood Carving (religious panels, furniture, figurines) — Ponda taluka and scattered across both districts
Coconut Shell Craft & Coir Products — Coastal villages across both North and South Goa; coir processing historically in Bicholim belt
Azulejos (Portuguese-style hand-painted tiles) — Panaji, Margao — studio workshops; sold widely in tourist craft shops
Papier-Mache Carnival Floats & Masks — Panaji, Margao (pre-Carnival production centres)
Cashew Kernel (GI-tagged processed food) — State-wide; processing units in Verna, Bicholim, Ponda industrial estates GI: Goa Cashew Kernel (GI registered)
Cashew Feni (GI-tagged spirit) — State-wide distilleries; major concentrations in Bardez, Pernem, Sattari talukas GI: Goa Cashew Feni (GI 2009 — first spirit in India to receive GI)
Khola Chilli (GI-tagged agricultural product for craft food gifting) — Khola village, Canacona, South Goa GI: Khola Chilli (GI registered)
Bebinca (GI-tagged traditional layered dessert — premium food gift) — Panaji, Margao; domestic production GI: Bebinca (GI registered)

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

GHRSSIDC (Goa Handicrafts Rural & Small Scale Industries Development Corporation Ltd.) — Primary state govt undertaking for handicraft promotion, aggregation, retail (10 emporiums), mela organisation, and Preferential Purchase Scheme supply to govt bodies. Key partner for bulk sourcing and reseller tie-ups. ghrssidc.com
Department of Handicrafts, Textile & Coir (DHTC), Govt of Goa — Runs artisan training (bamboo, coir, pottery, handloom, wood carving, metal, batik); implements Swavalamban Yojana for artisan marketing support; connects resellers to trained artisans and cooperatives. dhtc.goa.gov.in
Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) — Organises Goa Heritage Festival and tourism-linked craft events (Saligao and other venues); promotes Goan crafts in tourist-facing channels. goa-tourism.com
Directorate of Art & Culture, Govt of Goa — Organises Lokotsav (annual 10-day folk and craft festival, Panaji, January) — primary all-India artisan sourcing event held in Goa with 1,000+ craft persons.
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India — Goa Office — Central govt counterpart; organises Gandhi Shilp Bazar in Goa; empanels NGOs; provides artisan ID cards, craft cluster development (Kunbi Handloom Crafts Village approval). handicrafts.nic.in
Goa Forest Development Corporation (GFDC) — Manages GI Cashew Feni and cashew kernel supply chains; anchor for institutionalised procurement of Goa's marquee GI food products for resale/export. gfdcgoa.com

Gujarat

Gujarat is India's premier craft-sourcing state for resellers and exporters, anchored by Kutch (embroidery, block-print, weaving), Patan (Patola double-ikat silk), Ahmedabad (Bandhani, Mata-ni-Pachhedi, Saudagiri block-print), and Sankheda (lacquer furniture), backed by a dense ecosystem of government emporiums, producer co-ops, NGO federations, and year-round trade fairs from the Rann Utsav craft market to B2B textile expos.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Rann Utsav — Craft Market at Dhordo Cultural festival with large artisan craft market · Gujarat Tourism / Government of Gujarat	November to February (2025-26 edition: 23 Nov 2025 – 4 Mar 2026); annual	Dhordo, Bhuj (Rann of Kutch)	Kutch embroidery (Rabari, Ahir, Meghwal styles), Ajrakh block-print, leather goods, silver jewellery, patchwork, terracotta, Bandhani	Walk-in as visitor/buyer; artisans sell directly from stalls; contact Gujarat Tourism (gujarattourism.com) for bulk sourcing facilitation; stall booking for artisans via state govt quota
Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition (VGRE) — Kutch & Saurashtra Trade fair / investment & industry exhibition with artisan haat · Government of Gujarat (Industries Commissionerate)	January 2026 (Jan 8–12, 2026 edition); next edition TBA; tied to VGRC schedule	Rajkot	Handicrafts, handlooms, MSME cottage products, startup innovations; ~62 artisan stalls in Jan 2026 edition	Register at vibrantgujarat.com/registration; buyer-seller meets, Tribal Haat open to walk-in visitors; B2B sessions for bulk sourcing
Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition (VGRE) — South Gujarat Trade fair / MSME & craft expo · Government of Gujarat (Industries Commissionerate)	May 1–5, 2026; annual (tied to VGRC cycle)	Surat	Handicrafts, women artisan products, cottage industry textiles, tribal craft, MSME goods from South Gujarat	Register at vibrantgujarat.com/registration; Reverse Buyer-Seller Meets and Udyami Mela sessions for sourcing; walk-in for Tribal Haat stalls
Fabexa Textile Exhibition B2B textile trade fair · Private (managed professionally, venue: HEC Gandhinagar)	May–June annually; 2026 edition: 29 May – 1 Jun 2026	Gandhinagar (Helipad Exhibition Centre)	Fabrics: shirting, suiting, handloom yardage, denim, specialty textiles; B2B sourcing for resellers and garment manufacturers	Register at event.fabexa.in; contact +91 98250 50993 / info@fabexa.in for stall booking or buyer badge
Home Textile & Decor Expo B2B home textile trade fair · Trade India / private organizer	September 26–28 (2026 edition); annual	Ahmedabad (Gujarat University Exhibition Hall, Helmet Circle)	Handloom fabrics, bed/bath/table linen, handicraft home decor, carpets, rugs, curtains, upholstery	Register via tradeindia.com listing; stall booking and buyer registration available online
Chitra Vichitra Fair Tribal fair with craft bazaar · Gujarat Tourism / local tribal administration	March (fortnight after Holi); annual	Khed Brahma, Sabarkantha district	Silver ornaments, tribal household items, embroidered textiles, traditional garments; over 60,000 visitors from Garasia and Bhil communities	Walk-in; artisans and vendors sell directly from stalls; ideal for sourcing authentic tribal silver and embroidery; no advance registration required
Dang Darbar (Dangs Darbar) Tribal cultural festival with craft market · Gujarat Tribal Development Dept / Dang district administration	March (during Holi festivities); 3-day annual event	Ahwa, Dang district (Saputara Hills)	Tribal craft products, bamboo crafts, forest-based goods, tribal textiles and adornments from Dang community	Walk-in; contact Gujarat Tribal Development Dept (tribal.gujarat.gov.in) for artisan contact facilitation
iNDEXT-c Urban Haat — Ahmedabad Haat Permanent urban craft haat / rotating craft fair · iNDEXT-c (Industrial Extension Cottage), Govt of Gujarat, Industries & Mines Dept	Year-round permanent haat; special fairs and exhibitions throughout the year	Ahmedabad (near Law Garden area)	All Gujarat craft forms: embroidery, block-print, Bandhani, lacquerware, pottery, woodcraft, handloom textiles sold directly by artisans	Walk-in buyers welcome; for bulk/wholesale sourcing contact iNDEXT-c at craftofgujarat.gujarat.gov.in; artisan database searchable online
GSHHDC / Garvi Gurjari Emporium Exhibitions Govt emporium / seasonal craft exhibition · Gujarat State Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. (GSHHDC)	Festive season exhibitions (Navratri / Diwali: October–November); ongoing retail year-round	Gandhinagar (HQ) + Ahmedabad, Surat, Rajkot, and national outlets	Full range of Gujarat handicrafts: Kutch embroidery, Bandhani, Patola, Ajrakh, Pithora paintings, Sankheda furniture, beadwork, tribal art	Walk-in at emporiums; bulk/export procurement: email customercare@garvigurjari.in or contact GSHHDC at 079-23241712; supplies to exporters
STFC / SEWA Craft Exhibitions and Fairs Fair-trade craft expo / wholesale sourcing event · SEWA Trade Facilitation Centre (STFC) / SEWA Cooperative Federation	Multiple national and international exhibitions throughout the year	Ahmedabad (and national touring)	Block-printed textiles, tie-dye, patchwork-applique, Badla work, Bandhani, embroidered apparel, accessories — by 15,000+ women artisans	Contact STFC at sewatfc.org for wholesale/export inquiry; SEWA Kalakruti has two Ahmedabad outlets; WFTO-certified fair trade supplier

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Khamir (Khamir Craft Resource Centre)	Aggregates and markets all major Kutch crafts: Ajrakh, Kalamkari, weaving, leather, pottery, copper-bell (Ghantdi), Rogan; platform for 10+ craft forms from Kutch district	Dedicated Trade Facilitation dept: khamir.tf@gmail.com; phone +91 9099908043/46/50; wholesale shop at shop.khamir.org; physical centre at Kukma-Lakhond crossroads, Bhuj (Mon–Sat 10am–6pm); bulk orders negotiated directly
Qasab Kutch Craftswomen Producer Co. Ltd.	Producer co-operative of 1500+ artisans from 11 ethnic communities across 65 Kutch villages; specialises in Kutch embroidery (Rabari, Ahir, Meghwal, Jat styles), applique and patchwork	Contact: +91 9898612211; website qasab.org; Get-In-Touch form at qasab.org/get-in-touch/; HQ: Jalaram Society, Hospital Road, Bhuj; participates in International Folk Art Market and export fairs
Shrujan (Shrujan Creation)	NGO working with 3500+ women craftswomen in Kutch; 50+ styles of Kutch hand embroidery; finished products: apparel, accessories, lifestyle goods; also corporate gifting	Contact: +91-2832-240272/241903 or mobile +91-9099974395; HQ: Behind G.E.B Sub Station, Bhujodi, Bhuj, Kutch 370020; website shrujan.com/shrujan.org; wholesale and bulk project orders by direct contact; also on Gaatha.com
Kala Raksha Trust	Preserves traditional Kutch embroidery (Suf, Khaarek, Paako, Rabari, Garasia Jat, Mutava styles) through 1000+ women artisans from 7 ethnic communities; operates design school	Shop at kala-raksha.org; also on iTokri.com for online wholesale; physical shop at Sumrasar Sheikh, Kutch; contact via kala-raksha.org; participates in major national craft fairs
Garvi Gurjari / GSHHDC	State government corporation marketing all Gujarat handicrafts and handlooms; 22+ emporiums nationally; covers Kutch embroidery, Bandhani, Patola, Pithora, Sankheda furniture, tribal art, pottery	Export/wholesale supply: email customercare@garvigurjari.in; GSHHDC Gandhinagar HQ: 079-23241712 / 23363302; online shop garvigurjari.gujarat.gov.in; also listed on GeM portal (govt procurement); supplies exporters
iNDEXT-c (Industrial Extension Cottage)	Govt of Gujarat body connecting urban buyers directly with artisans across all craft clusters; manages Urban Haats (Ahmedabad, Bhuj, Bopal) and Mini Haats; e-commerce platform; 21,318 artisans facilitated	Portal: craftofgujarat.gujarat.gov.in; searchable artisan and cluster database; contact through portal for bulk/direct artisan linkage; Urban Haat Ahmedabad open for walk-in sourcing year-round
SEWA Trade Facilitation Centre (STFC)	Fair-trade aggregator for 15,000+ women textile artisans across Gujarat; block-printing, tie-dye, patchwork-applique, Badla work, embroidery, Bandhani — produced by SHG clusters in Ahmedabad, Anand, Banaskantha	Website sewatfc.org; WFTO-certified fair-trade supplier; also on IndiaMART; two retail outlets in Ahmedabad; corporate and wholesale orders by direct inquiry; participates in national/international fairs
Kutch Craft Collective (KCC)	Coalition of 5 leading Kutch craft organisations: Kala Raksha, Khamir, Qasab, Shrujan, and VRDI; collective platform for sourcing across all major Kutch craft forms	Website kutchcraftcollective.com; contact individual member organisations for orders; useful for resellers needing multi-craft sourcing from Kutch in a single engagement
Patola by Nirmal Salvi / Salvi Family Weavers	One of four surviving Salvi family workshops producing authentic hand-woven double-ikat Patan Patola silk sarees; GI-tagged; each saree takes months to weave	Website patolabynirmalsalvi.in; showroom: 104 Stellar, Sindhubhavan Road, Ahmedabad 380059; also Mumbai outlet; wholesale/institutional orders by direct contact; very limited production — long lead times
Bhujodi Weavers Cooperative / Extra Weft Handloom	Bhujodi village weavers (Vankar community) producing Kutch handwoven shawls, stoles, sarees, fabric by the metre; coarse Rabari-style woolen weaves and fine cotton-silk blends	Handloom Design Centre: hdc.cfsites.org; Extra Weft Handloom Facebook presence (Bhujodi, Bhuj); CraftCentres online: craftcentres.com; wholesale Bhujodi shawls aggregated by ruralhandmade.com; visit Bhujodi village (6km from Bhuj) for direct weaver contact
Cottage Industries Exposition (CCIE) — Gujarat online storefront	Central Cottage Industries-linked online channel listing Gujarat handicrafts; gateway to GSHHDC and registered artisan product range	shoponline.cottageemporium.in/gujarat; bulk/institutional orders by contacting CCIE; also useful for verified product catalogue browsing

Craft clusters

Double-ikat Patola silk saree weaving — Patan GI: Patan Patola
Ajrakh block-printing (natural dye, geometric) — Ajrakhpur / Bhuj, Kutch GI: Kutch Ajrakhh
Kutch embroidery (Rabari, Ahir, Meghwal, Suf, Paako styles) — Bhuj / Anjar / villages of Kutch GI: Kutch Embroidery
Handloom weaving (Vankar community shawls, Bhujodi blankets, Tangaliya shawl) — Bhujodi village, Kutch; Surendranagar GI: Tangaliya Shawl
Bandhani tie-dye (silk and cotton) — Jamnagar, Anjar, Mandvi, Ahmedabad
Lacquerware furniture (Sankheda furniture — turned wood, lacquer finish) — Sankheda, Vadodara district GI: Sankheda Furniture
Mata-ni-Pachhedi (Vaghari community painted temple cloth) — Ahmedabad GI: Mata Ni Pachedi
Saudagiri / Sodagiri block-printing (resist-print on cotton) — Ahmedabad GI: Ahmedabad Sodagiri Print
Pithora tribal painting — Panchmahal / Chhota Udaipur district GI: Pithora Painting
Pethapur woodblock carving (printing blocks used across India) — Pethapur, Gandhinagar district GI: Pethapur Printing Blocks
Agate/semi-precious stone cutting and polishing — Khambhat (Cambay) GI: Agates of Cambay
Soof embroidery (geometric counted-thread work) — Banaskantha district GI: Soof Embroidery of Kutch
Gharchola silk/zari weave (wedding fabric) — Jamnagar / Surat GI: Gharchola
Leather embroidery (Meghwal community footwear, bags) — Dhamadka / Bhuj, Kutch
Rogan painting (castor-oil-based metallic paint on cloth) — Nirona village, Kutch

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Gujarat State Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. (GSHHDC) / Garvi Gurjari — Apex state body for artisan welfare, design development, and marketing; procures from artisans and sells via Garvi Gurjari chain; supplies exporters; runs exhibitions; handles GeM portal procurement; contact: gurjari.gujarat.gov.in, 079-23241712
iNDEXT-c (Industrial Extension Cottage), Industries & Mines Dept, Govt of Gujarat — Operates Urban Haats (Ahmedabad, Bhuj, Bopal) and Mini Haats; runs e-commerce for artisans; manages cluster development; maintains searchable artisan registry at craftofgujarat.gujarat.gov.in; links buyers directly to artisans
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles — Gujarat State Agency — Central govt nodal body for Gujarat handicraft scheme implementation; empanels NGOs; runs AMBEDKAR HASTSHILP VIKAS YOJANA and SFURTI cluster schemes; contact: handicrafts.nic.in
Gujarat Tribal Development Department (TDD) — Organises tribal craft fairs (Dang Darbar, Chitra Vichitra, Bhanguriya Mela); runs VANBANDHU KALYAN YOJANA supporting tribal artisans; connects resellers with Adivasi craft producers; portal: tribal.gujarat.gov.in
Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit Secretariat / Industries Commissionerate — Organises Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibitions (VGRE) in Rajkot, Surat, Ahmedabad with dedicated artisan haats, tribal craft stalls, Reverse Buyer-Seller Meets; vibrantgujarat.com
Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) — Gujarat chapter — Supports Gujarat handicraft exporters; facilitates participation at IHGF Delhi Fair; provides export documentation, design support, buyer-seller connections; handicrafts.gov.in

Haryana

Haryana is a strong reseller destination anchored by the world's largest crafts fair (Surajkund, Faridabad), a dominant handloom and home-textile export cluster in Panipat, GI-tagged Phulkari embroidery from Ambala/Kurukshetra/Karnal, and a spread of craft clusters (brass/Rewari, pottery/Rohtak, juttis/Hisar) served by the Trade Fair Authority of Haryana and multiple private aggregators open to wholesale.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Surajkund International Crafts Mela (39th edition 2026) International craft mela · Surajkund Mela Authority & Haryana Tourism, in collaboration with Union Ministries of Tourism, Textiles, Culture and External Affairs	31 January – 15 February annually (2026 dates confirmed)	Surajkund, Faridabad	Handicrafts, handlooms, textiles, pottery, terracotta, woodwork, metalwork, jewellery, stone craft, lac-ware, cane and grass products from 1,300+ stalls representing all Indian states and international countries	Visitor entry ₹120 weekdays / ₹180 weekends; artisan/seller stall booking opens Nov–Dec via haryanatourism.gov.in tender process; buyers walk in to meet sellers directly; bulk sourcing conversations happen at stalls
Hometex Tech Expo Panipat Home textile trade fair / B2B expo · Essential Events & Trade Fairs, co-organised by PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry	November (27–29 Nov 2025 edition); Feb edition also runs (16–18 Feb 2026 at Anaj Mandi, Panipat)	Panipat (HUDA Ground, Sector 24)	Handloom durries, carpets, rugs, bed linen, home textile machineries and accessories from Panipat cluster	Pre-registered buyer/visitor entry; stall booking via organizer Essential Trade Fairs, +91-93240-77881, essentialtradefairs@gmail.com; primarily B2B
International Gita Mahotsav (Handicrafts & SARAS Mela component) Cultural festival with embedded craft bazaar / SARAS mela · Government of Haryana (Kurukshetra Development Board)	Late November – mid December annually (2025 edition: 28 Nov – 15 Dec; Handicraft/SARAS stalls: 15 Nov – 5 Dec)	Kurukshetra	Phulkari embroidery, handloom textiles, local crafts, SHG-made products from across Haryana	Walk-in public event; stall participation via Kurukshetra Development Board application; SARAS sellers are SHGs registered under NRLM — buyers meet them directly at stalls
Pinjore Heritage Festival Heritage / craft festival · Haryana Tourism	October–December annually (timing varies year to year; some editions in October, some December)	Pinjore (Yadavindra Gardens), Panchkula district	Handlooms, local handicrafts, embroidery, pottery, traditional jewellery from craftspersons invited from across India	Walk-in public event; artisans apply through Haryana Tourism for stall allocation; buyers walk in and negotiate directly with participating craftspersons
Mango Mela – Crafts Bazaar (Pinjore) Agricultural + craft bazaar · Haryana Tourism jointly with Horticulture Department, Haryana	July annually (32nd edition July 2025)	Pinjore (Yadavindra Gardens), Panchkula district	Seasonal crafts bazaar alongside mango produce; local handloom and craft items	Walk-in public event; stall booking through Haryana Tourism; good for meeting Haryana-based rural craft sellers
India International Trade Fair (IITF) – Haryana Pavilion National trade fair with state pavilions · India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO); Haryana represented by Trade Fair Authority of Haryana (TFAH)	14–27 November annually	Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi (Haryana state participation)	Haryana handlooms, handicrafts, Panipat textiles, Phulkari, agro-products, industrial goods from Haryana cluster	Business days (14–18 Nov) for trade buyers with buyer pass from ITPO; public entry remaining days; stall bookings for exhibitors via TFAH and itpo.gov.in
State-Level Handicraft Fair (TFAH) Government craft exhibition-cum-sale · Trade Fair Authority of Haryana (TFAH) under Haryana Industries & Commerce	On special occasions / annually (one state-level + four district-level fairs per year per government scheme)	Chandigarh / rotating Haryana districts	Haryana handicrafts — pottery, Phulkari, brass items, durries, woodwork, juttis	Open to public; artisan stall applications via TFAH; resellers can walk in and buy wholesale directly from artisans; at least 50 participants for state-level fair
Chandigarh National Crafts Mela National craft mela · Department of Cultural Affairs, Chandigarh Administration	Annual (typically winter months — check Chandigarh Administration calendar each year)	Chandigarh	Handicrafts, handlooms, fabrics from across India including Haryana crafts (Phulkari, Panipat textiles, brass, pottery)	Walk-in public event; stall booking via Chandigarh Cultural Affairs department; crafts from Haryana artisans available for direct purchase and wholesale negotiation

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Mehak Handloom Industries	Military cotton durries, woolen blankets, mink blankets — manufacturer, exporter, wholesaler; exports to US and Europe; established 1986	Wholesale and retail consignments; MOQ for military durries: 200 pieces at ~₹215/piece; Shivpuri Road, Krishanpura, Panipat 132103; contact Rajneesh Baweja via mehakhandloom.com
Rugs Creation	Handmade carpets and rugs (dhurrie, oriental, geometric) from Panipat; exports to 53+ countries including Europe and USA	Direct factory supply to retailers, interior designers, hotels, international importers; contact via rugscreation.com
MR Enterprises Panipat	Carpets and rugs — custom factory-direct from Panipat; supplies hotels, interior designers, retailers, international buyers	Direct factory pricing; mrenterprisespnp.com for contact
The India Craft House (TICH)	Aggregator of Haryana and all-India crafts — stone dust paintings, macrame, rugs, bags; fair trade social enterprise; founded 2013 in Gurugram	Formal wholesale program: store owners, corporate clients, event companies eligible; curated bulk orders with discounts; send request via theindiacrafthouse.com/en-us/pages/wholesale; response within 24 hours
Craft Maestros	Curated handicrafts from Shilp Guru, national award, and Padmashree master artisans across India; headquartered Gurugram (DLF Phase 5)	Wholesale/institutional procurement possible; contact care@craftmaestros.com or WhatsApp; craftmaestros.com
Madaan Store (Panchkula)	Hand-embroidered Phulkari dupattas wholesale trader; Panchkula, Haryana	Wholesale trader listed on IndiaMART; contact via dir.indiamart.com/impcat/phulkari-embroidery.html; negotiate MOQ directly
Haryana Handloom Emporium (Haryana Handloom Corporation)	State-linked emporium selling bed sheets, curtains, blankets, woolen products; retail and wholesale; outlets in New Delhi (Pratap Market, Munirka) and Shimla	Wholesale possible; visit haryanahandloom.com or IndiaMART listing; suitable for bulk blanket/home textile procurement
Panipat Handloom Market (cluster, multiple traders)	Open cluster of handloom wholesalers in Panipat trading bed linen, handwoven rugs, cushion covers, home textiles	Walk-in wholesale buying; listings and contacts via apnapanipat.com/handloom-wholesalers and IndiaMART Panipat durrie/carpet directories; no formal MOQ — negotiate at unit
Chawla Carpets Panipat	Manufacturer and supplier of printed, 3D, 5D carpets and carpet varieties from Panipat	Direct supplier; contact via chawlacarpets.co.in

Craft clusters

Handloom durries, carpets, rugs, blankets, home textiles (bed covers, throws, upholstery fabrics) — Panipat GI: Panipat Durries (GI), Panipat Carpets & Rugs (GI), Panipat Home Furnishings (GI)
Phulkari embroidery (floral silk thread on khaddar/cotton — dupattas, shawls, suits) — Ambala, Kurukshetra, Karnal GI: Haryana Phulkari (GI)
Brass utensils — sand-cast, cold-forged, hand-polished water vessels, plates, kitchen ware — Rewari
Zari juttis (ethnic footwear with gold thread embroidery) and desi jutti (plain leather slip-on) — Hisar, Rewari
Pottery — clay pitchers, cups, water vessels, pots, pipe bowls — Rohtak
Stone dust painting (Indo-Mughal florals with dimensional textured stone dust relief) — Gurugram / Haryana–Rajasthan belt
Wooden prayer beads (hand-crafted for 60+ years by village artisans) — Mangali village, Haryana
Handwoven woolen blankets, military-grade cotton durries — Panipat
Woven cane furniture and grass/reed products — Mahendragarh, Gurgaon belt

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Haryana State Handloom and Handicrafts Corporation (HSH&HC) — State nodal corporation for handloom and handicraft development; registered address Institute of Design for Handicrafts, Sector 10-C, Chandigarh; manages emporium retail and artisan support; email hshdc@rediffmail.com — note: company listed as 'strike off' in MCA records so verify current operational status before engagement
Trade Fair Authority of Haryana (TFAH) — Organises state-level (1/year) and district-level (4/year) handicraft fairs and exhibitions; drives Haryana participation in IITF and international trade fairs; under Haryana Industries & Commerce Department; key entry point for resellers seeking direct artisan access at government-backed fairs
Haryana State Small Industries and Export Corporation (HSSIEC) — Assists small/medium industries with raw material access and export promotion; supports handicraft exporters in Haryana; contact via msme.haryana.gov.in
Directorate of MSME, Haryana — Nodal body for MSME and craft sector schemes in Haryana; administers training, subsidy and market linkage programs for artisans; msme.haryana.gov.in
Surajkund Mela Authority — Joint authority (with Haryana Tourism) that runs the annual Surajkund International Crafts Mela; manages stall allocation for 1,000+ artisan huts; apply Nov–Dec via haryanatourism.gov.in for craft stalls; buyers need only purchase entry tickets to access the world's largest crafts fair
Haryana Tourism (HSTDC) — Organises Surajkund Mela, Pinjore Heritage Festival, Mango Mela craft bazaar; gateway for artisan stall bookings at all state tourism-managed craft events; haryanatourism.gov.in
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles — State Agency for Haryana — Central government arm that provides Artisan ID cards, Mudra loans, design development support and marketing scheme funding for Haryana artisans; empanelled NGOs in Haryana (Mahila Vikas & Samaj Kalyan Samiti, Ashoka Handloom & Handicraft Society, Adhya Craft Organisation) are route to cluster-level wholesale supply; handicrafts.nic.in

Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh is India's premier source for GI-tagged woollen textiles (Kullu and Kinnauri shawls), Chamba embroidery, Kangra miniature paintings, Tibetan carpets, and hill-wood carvings, with a well-developed cooperative infrastructure and state emporium network that actively facilitates bulk procurement and export.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
International Kullu Dussehra Festival International cultural festival with craft mela · Government of Himachal Pradesh / District Administration Kullu	October, 7 days (2025 dates: Oct 2–8; follows lunar calendar)	Kullu	Kullu shawls, handloom woolens, Himachali caps, silver jewellery, woodcrafts, traditional footwear (pullas), local agri-produce	Walk-in; stall booking via District Industries Centre Kullu or Himcrafts; cash preferred at most handicraft stalls; international artisan teams also invited by state govt
International Lavi Trade Fair Trade fair / commercial mela · International Lavi Fair Organising Committee, chaired by District Collector Shimla; sponsored by Government of Himachal Pradesh	November 11–14 (annual, same dates every year)	Rampur Bushahr (Shimla district)	Kinnauri shawls, woollen goods, carpets, dry fruits, medicinal herbs, pashmina; traders from Kinnaur, Spiti, Lahaul exchange with plains merchants	Walk-in trade fair; traders book stalls alongside NH-05 or at Part Bungalow grounds via SDM Rampur Bushahr office; direct wholesale transactions happen on-ground
International Minjar Mela Cultural festival / craft mela · District Administration Chamba, Government of Himachal Pradesh	Last Sunday of July for 7 days (2026 dates: Jul 26–Aug 2)	Chamba	Chamba Rumal (GI-tagged embroidery), Chamba Chappal (GI-tagged leather footwear), woollen shawls, silver jewellery, wooden toys, traditional textiles	Walk-in; artisan stall booking through District Industries Centre Chamba (hpchamba.nic.in); buyers meet artisans directly at Chamba Chowgan grounds
HimIra SARAS Fair SARAS mela / SHG craft fair · Himachal Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission (HPSRLM)	December (2024 edition: Dec 1–10); annual	Shimla (The Ridge / Indira Gandhi Sports Complex)	Kullu and Kinnauri patti shawls, Lahauli pullas, Chamba Rumal, Mandi Kalam paintings, Kangra miniature paintings, wood-carved temples, sweaters, food products from rural SHGs	Walk-in for buyers; SHG stall booking via HPSRLM (phone +91 70180 17035); direct interaction with 350,000+ rural women artisans federated into 44,000 SHGs; bulk procurement possible on-site
Mandi Shivaratri International Fair International cultural festival with craft bazaar · District Administration Mandi, Government of Himachal Pradesh	February–March, 7 days (tied to Shivaratri; 2025 dates: Feb 27–Mar 5)	Mandi	Local woolens, Mandi Kalam paintings, silver jewellery, Himachali textiles, handicrafts	Walk-in; stall booking via District Industries Centre Mandi; large bazaar with direct artisan-seller interaction
International Sri Renuka Ji Fair Religious festival with craft fair · District Administration Sirmaur (hpsirmaur.nic.in)	October–November, 5–6 days (2025 dates: Oct 31–Nov 5)	Sri Renuka Ji (Sirmaur district)	Local handicrafts, Himachali woolens, silver jewellery, regional food products	Walk-in; stall booking through DIC Sirmaur; artisans and sellers set up along Renuka Ji lake fairgrounds
Shimla Summer Festival Cultural festival with craft fair · HPTDC / District Administration Shimla	May–June, 5 days (2025 dates: June 1–5; annual since 1960)	Shimla	Handmade crafts, Kangra and Pahari paintings, woolens, wood carvings, Himachali jewellery, handloom textiles	Walk-in at The Ridge; stall booking via HPTDC or Himcrafts; tourists and bulk buyers both welcome
HIM MSME Fest MSME trade fair / buyer-seller meet · Department of Industries, Government of HP (with CII and Ernst & Young)	January 3–5, 2026 (inaugural edition; expected to be annual)	Shimla (The Ridge and Peterhof)	Chamba Rumal, Kullu shawls, Kangra tea and miniature paintings, Kinnauri chulli oil, seabuckthorn products, GI-tagged crafts, handloom, organic and agro-based goods	Dedicated ODOP pavilion with buyer-seller meets; Amazon, Walmart, ONDC procurement linkages facilitated; register via Department of Industries HP at emerginghimachal.hp.gov.in
SARAS Mela Chandigarh (HP Edition) SARAS mela · HPSRLM (Himachal Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission)	February (2025 dates: Feb 1–12); annual	Chandigarh, Sector 34 Exhibition Ground	Kullu and Kinnauri shawls, Chamba Rumal, Lahauli pullas, Kangra miniature paintings, wood-carved items, food processing products from Himachal SHGs	Walk-in; buyers procure directly from 100+ SHG stalls; contact HPSRLM Shimla for bulk procurement or participation

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Bhutti Weavers Cooperative Society Ltd. (Bhuttico)	Handwoven Kullu shawls, lois, mufflers, caps, Kinnauri shawls, pashmina and angora products; 1,000+ artisan families; exports to Belgium, France, UK, Russia, Japan, China, Spain	Accepts bulk/wholesale orders; contact +91-9418060218; address: Bhutti Colony, P.O. Shamshi, Distt. Kullu, HP 175126; international shipping available via bhutticoshawls.com; negotiate MOQ directly
HIMBUNKAR (HP State Handloom & Handicrafts Development Co-operative Federation Ltd.)	Apex body for 318 affiliated primary weaver/artisan cooperatives across HP; aggregates shawls, Tibetan-pattern carpets, Chamba Rumal, woodcraft, leather, embroidery, Himachali caps; 89 women-only rural cooperatives	Wholesale procurement at federation level; approach via himbunkar.co.in or HP Industries Dept referral; state-level bulk orders negotiated directly with federation office in Shimla
Himcrafts (HP State Handicrafts and Handloom Corporation Ltd.)	State govt undertaking; aggregates and retails shawls, stoles, Chamba Rumal, Kangra paintings, wood carvings, Himachali jewellery, carpets, leather goods, namdah, Himachali caps	Emporium on Mall Road, Shimla (3-Mall Road); corporate and bulk orders via Head Office: Block No.3, SDA Commercial Complex, Kasumpati, Shimla 171009; tel (0177) 2621275 / 2621557 / 2626436; himcrafts.com
Lha Tibet Fair Trade (LTFT)	Licensed import/export/wholesale company at McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala; handmade Tibetan metal crafts, jewellery, prayer flags, textiles, singing bowls, home decor, clothing, bags	Wholesale available; exhibition tour collaborations and custom orders; contact: manager@tibetfairtrade.com, tel +91 (0)1892-220992; tibetfairtrade.com
Tibetan Handicraft Cooperative Society Ltd. (Nyamdel Dharamsala)	Established 1969; handmade Tibetan carpets (74,400 knots per sqm), religious items, Tibetan handicrafts; turnover ~Rs 3 crore/year; authorized exporter with two McLeod Ganj outlets	Direct wholesale and export; contact: +91 8351-981415 / dhasanyamdel@gmail.com or dhasa@nyamdel.com; Jogiwara Road, McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala 176219
TCV Handicrafts (Tibetan Children's Village Vocational Centre)	Non-profit manufacturer and exporter: handwoven carpets, Thangka paintings, woodcarvings, tailored goods, screen-printed textiles; proceeds fund TCV school children	Wholesale and export available; quality-certified; contact via tcvcraft.org; approach directly for MOQ and export pricing
Kangra Arts Promotion Society (KAPS)	NGO at Dharamsala Museum of Kangra Art; trains and markets Kangra miniature painting artists; gallery sales and international shipping	Wholesale and reseller pricing for galleries and retailers; contact for current available artworks list via kangraarts.org; experienced in worldwide shipping
HimalayanKraft	Online aggregator of HP handloom products: Kullu, Angora, and Merino shawls, stoles, Pahadi pullas, Himachali caps, border pattis, hand-knitted socks; 1000+ handmade products	Online store at himalayankraft.in; no published wholesale terms; contact via site for bulk or reseller rates; carries wholesale Kullu shawl factory stock

Craft clusters

Kullu Shawl (handwoven wool / pashmina / angora geometric weaves) — Kullu / Bhunter / Shamshi GI: Kullu Shawl (GI No. 19, 2004)
Kinnauri Shawl (fine wool, natural-dye, intricate border patterns) — Reckong Peo / Kalpa / Kinnaur district GI: Kinnauri Shawl (GI tag)
Chamba Rumal (double-satin-stitch embroidery on fine muslin) — Chamba town GI: Chamba Rumal (GI tag, 2008)
Chamba Chappal (traditional leather footwear) — Chamba town GI: Chamba Chappal (GI tag)
Kangra Miniature Painting (pahadi school, fine brush on paper or cloth) — Kangra / Dharamsala / Palampur GI: Kangra Paintings (GI tag)
Lahauli Pullas / Socks and Gloves (handknit wool from Bodh and Lahula weavers) — Keylong / Lahaul valley GI: Lahauli Socks and Gloves (GI tag)
Tibetan Hand-Knotted Carpets and Thangka Paintings — Dharamsala / McLeod Ganj GI: No GI tag
Wood Carving (deodar / walnut / pine: furniture, temple panels, decorative items) — Chamba / Shimla Lakkar Bazaar / Kullu / Kinnaur GI: No GI tag
Mandi Kalam (folk miniature paintings) — Mandi GI: No GI tag
Kangra Tea (orthodox CTC black tea from Kangra valley) — Palampur / Kangra valley GI: Kangra Tea (GI tag)
Kinnauri Chulli Oil (cold-pressed wild apricot kernel oil) — Kinnaur district GI: Himachali Chulli Oil (GI tag)

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Himcrafts — HP State Handicrafts and Handloom Corporation Ltd. — State PSU for artisan welfare, training, raw material supply, design inputs, and marketing via emporium chain inside and outside HP; primary procurement and bulk-supply channel for handloom and handicrafts; Shimla head office for govt procurement or export collaboration
HIMBUNKAR — HP State Handloom & Handicrafts Development Co-operative Federation Ltd. — Apex co-operative body for 318 artisan societies; provides training, technical know-how, raw material, and marketing to member weavers; gateway for NGO/reseller partnerships with rural artisan collectives
HP State Rural Livelihood Mission (HPSRLM) — Runs HimIra SARAS fairs and the Him-Era e-commerce portal connecting 350,000+ rural women in 44,000 SHGs to buyers; organises annual SARAS melas for direct B2B and retail procurement; tel +91 70180 17035
Department of Industries, Government of HP (emerginghimachal.hp.gov.in) — Organises HIM MSME Fest (annual); manages ODOP programme with 12 district-specific craft and product designations; facilitates e-commerce linkages with Amazon, Walmart, ONDC for GI craft producers; single-window for investment and export collaboration
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, GoI — HP State Agency — Runs Comprehensive Handicrafts Cluster Development Scheme (CHCDS) 2021–26 for HP clusters; provides Artisan ID cards, design centres, craft village support; handicrafts.nic.in
TRIFED (Tribes India) — HP operations — Procures and markets tribal crafts from Kinnaur, Lahaul, and Spiti (Kinnauri shawls, Lingchay weaves, Bodh and Lahula woollens, dry fruits); retail outlets at HP Emporium, Chail, and Manali; trifed.tribal.gov.in
HPTDC (Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation) — Operates Himachal Handicrafts and Handloom retail section within HPTDC properties; co-organises Shimla Summer Festival craft component; gateway for craft procurement tied to HP tourism branding; hptdc.in

Jharkhand

Jharkhand is India's premier tribal craft sourcing state — the country's largest Tussar silk producer and home to GI-tagged Sohrai-Khovar mural art, Paitkar scroll painting, Dokra lost-wax brasswork, lac bangles, and bamboo/cane goods — with a state corporation (JHARCRAFT) that actively offers franchisee, wholesale agreement, and export supply partnerships to resellers.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Jharkraft Expo (State Handloom & Handicraft Expo) Craft/handloom expo · JHARCRAFT (Jharkhand Silk Textile & Handicraft Development Corporation Ltd.)	March 7–20 (annual, held at Morabadi Maidan)	Ranchi	Handwoven textiles, Tussar/Katia silk sarees, tribal jewellery, Dokra brassware, bamboo-cane products, terracotta, natural food products, eco-friendly goods	Walk-in for buyers; stall booking via JHARCRAFT — contact +91-97714 98540 / jharcraft.in; artisans and SHGs apply through Craft Impaneled Registration at jharcraft.in/implant/
State Handloom Expo Handloom expo · JHARCRAFT	December 1–14 (annual, Dec 2025 confirmed)	Jamshedpur (Gopal Maidan, Bistupur)	Handwoven Jharkhand textiles (Ichak/Hazaribagh motifs), Tussar silk, Kashmiri shawls, Kutch handicrafts, Mysore sandalwood — multi-state stalls plus local Jharkhand weavers	Walk-in; digital payment at stalls; direct sourcing from individual weavers; contact JHARCRAFT for stall/vendor registration: +91-97714 98540
India International Trade Fair (IITF) — Jharkhand Pavilion National trade fair · ITPO (India Trade Promotion Organisation); Jharkhand pavilion managed by JHARCRAFT	November (annual, 14 days; Nov 2025 Jharkhand won Gold Medal as Focus State)	New Delhi (Bharat Mandapam), Jharkhand is Focus State	Lac bangles (Kariyatpur brassware), Tussar/Katia silk, Sohrai-Paitkar-Kohbar tribal art, bamboo craft, fusion tribal jewellery, Khadi fabrics	Business/buyer passes via ITPO; approach JHARCRAFT pavilion stall managers directly for bulk sourcing and wholesale contacts
SARAS Aajeevika Mela SARAS mela / SHG craft fair · Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), facilitated by JSLPS (Jharkhand State Livelihood Promotion Society)	September (annual; Sep 5–22 in 2025 at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium)	Delhi (national level); Jharkhand SHG artisans participate	Palash/natural products, woodcraft, tribal textiles, traditional sarees, natural food items from Jharkhand SHGs	Walk-in buyer; contact participating Jharkhand SHGs on-site; JSLPS (jslps.jharkhand.gov.in) coordinates state participant roster
CMPDIL Handicraft Exhibition-cum-Sales Fair Handicraft exhibition-cum-sales · CMPDIL (Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Ltd.), Ministry of Coal	Irregular; held annually around Independence Day / national celebration themes	Ranchi (Rabindra Bhawan, CMPDIL campus)	Jute products, wooden crafts, bamboo crafts, terracotta, handbags, handloom souvenirs — made by rural women SHGs of Ranchi district	Walk-in; open to public for direct purchase; contact CMPDIL Ranchi for scheduling: cmpdil.gov.in
Surajkund International Crafts Mela — Jharkhand participation International craft mela · Haryana Tourism; JHARCRAFT sends artisan delegations	February 1–15 (annual; 39th edition Jan 31–Feb 15, 2026)	Faridabad, Haryana (Jharkhand artisans are invited each edition)	Jharkhand Dokra brassware, Paitkar paintings, Sohrai-Khovar art, Tussar silk, bamboo crafts, lac jewellery	Buyer entry by ticket; contact JHARCRAFT to be connected with participating Jharkhand artisan stalls: +91-97714 98540
Hunar Haat (rotational, Ranchi edition) Craft mela / artisan haat · Ministry of Minority Affairs, Govt of India	Periodic (Ministry of Minority Affairs rotates cities; Ranchi has hosted)	Ranchi	Tribal and minority-community handicrafts, handloom, food — Jharkhand artisans participate	Walk-in; check hunarhaat.nic.in for next Ranchi/Jharkhand date; direct B2B sourcing from stall holders on-site
Urban Haat Hazaribagh (permanent craft mart) Permanent craft mart / Urban Haat · JHARCRAFT / Jharkhand Tourism	Year-round (permanent 50-stall facility with production hall)	Hazaribagh (NH-33, near All India Radio station)	Cane furniture, terracotta, Sohrai paintings, leather goods, handloom garments, bamboo crafts, Dokra art	Walk-in; artisans stationed year-round; bulk orders negotiable directly with artisans or through JHARCRAFT Hazaribagh desk

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
JHARCRAFT (Jharkhand Silk Textile & Handicraft Development Corporation Ltd.)	State apex body — aggregates Tussar silk, Dokra, terracotta, bamboo-cane, lac bangles, handloom cotton, applique, zardozi, Tasar sarees, wood crafts from SHGs and individual artisans across Jharkhand	Three partnership tracks: (1) Franchisee model — set up a branded Jharcraft outlet; (2) Wholesale Agreement — bulk purchase and resell under your own label; (3) Job Work — commission custom hand-embroidery production. Also a direct exporter. Contact: +91-97714 98540 / 9560963008 / 9771434654 / 7292886032. Address: Morabadi Maidan, Ranchi 834001. Website: jharcraft.in. Artisan/vendor onboarding: jharcraft.in/implant/
JASCOLAMPF / KUSUM Emporium	India's only apex lac cooperative (est. 1963) — lac bangles, lac jewellery, shellac, seedlac products, plus wider Jharkhand handicrafts through the Kusum Emporium retail arm; products also sold on Amazon India under 'Kusum' brand	Wholesale/bulk inquiry: +91-0651-3511741 / Mdjascolampf@gmail.com. Office: JASCOLAMPF Bhawan, Purulia Rd, New Bharat Puri, Ranchi 834001. Factory: Sidroll, Namkum, Ranchi. Also on JioMart marketplace. No published MOQ — negotiate directly.
Maati Ghar Arts and Crafts	Jamshedpur-based nonprofit aggregator of Sohrai, Khovar, Paitkar, Jadupatia, Santhal folk paintings; also Dokra metal art, Ledra textiles, bamboo, lac, terracotta — all by rural artisans in natural/earth colours; available customised	Explicitly accepts bulk, customised, and international orders. WhatsApp: +91-7260815628. Email: maatikaghar@gmail.com. Address: Ramgarh Cantt, Jharkhand. Etsy shop: MaatiGhar. No MOQ stated — discuss directly.
PACES Crafts	Fair-trade export-focused NGO near Ranchi (Namkum campus) — handloom weaving, crocheting, kantha embroidery; western-design collections for international brands and conscious designers; ~60 women artisans	Primarily export-oriented; contact for wholesale/export supply: website pacescrafts.com. Address: ATC Campus, beside Kendriya Vidyalaya, Namkum, Ranchi 834010.
TRIFED / Tribes India — Ranchi Regional Office	Central government federation procuring and marketing tribal crafts (Dokra, lac, tribal textiles, natural forest produce) from Jharkhand Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs); retail via Tribes India outlets and tribesindia.com	Bulk/wholesale sourcing from TRIFED: contact Ranchi Regional Office via trifed.tribal.gov.in/ranchi. Also approach individual VDVKs in Saraikela-Kharsawan and Khunti districts. Tribes India online marketplace also available.
Winner With You (WWY)	Jharkhand-based grassroots NGO promoting Sohrai-Khovar, Paitkar, and Dokra craft; creates market-linked livelihoods for rural/tribal artisans	Contact for sourcing partnerships: winnerwithyou.org. Direct artisan linkage for bulk orders — negotiate through the NGO as intermediary.
Air Waves Export India	Private export aggregator handling Jharkhand handicrafts for international buyers — Dokra art, tribal paintings, bamboo crafts, textiles	Export/wholesale inquiries: airwavesexport.com/f/jharkhand-handicrafts---jharkhand-crafts. B2B focused.

Craft clusters

Sohrai-Khovar mural painting — Barkagaon block, Hazaribagh district GI: Sohrai Khovar (GI registered 2020 — first GI for Jharkhand)
Paitkar / Jadupatia scroll painting — Amadubi village, Dhalbhumgarh, East Singhbhum district GI: Jharkhand Tribal Art (GI, covers Paitkar and Sohrai-Khovar)
Dokra / Dhokra lost-wax brasswork — Hazaribagh, Khunti, East Singhbhum, Ramgarh, Dumka, and Bundu
Tussar (Tasar) silk weaving — Ranchi, Godda, and wider Jharkhand — state is India's largest Tussar producer
Lac bangles and lac handicrafts — Namkum, Ranchi (JASCOLAMPF factory at Sidroll); Khunti district
Cane and bamboo furniture / baskets — Hazaribagh Urban Haat cluster; Mansumaria, East Singhbhum (bamboo treatment unit)
Terracotta / black pottery — Bundu (terracotta); Jasidih, Deoghar district (black pottery)
Saraikela Chhau dance masks (papier-mache) — Saraikela-Kharsawan district (artisans in villages near Saraikela town)
Tribal ornaments / fusion jewellery — Chaibasa (Kolhan region, West Singhbhum district)
Handloom cotton weaving (Kantha, applique) — Ichak block, Hazaribagh; Ranchi weavers' clusters

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

JHARCRAFT (Jharkhand Silk Textile & Handicraft Development Corporation Ltd.) — State apex procurement, production, marketing and export body for handloom and handicrafts; runs emporiums, Urban Haats, franchisee scheme, and annual expos; primary wholesale/franchisee gateway for resellers
JASCOLAMPF (Jharkhand State Co-operative Lac Marketing & Procurement Federation Ltd.) — Apex lac cooperative; procures, processes and markets lac products (bangles, shellac, seedlac) through Kusum Emporium chain and online; wholesale partner for lac jewellery and handicrafts
JSLPS (Jharkhand State Livelihood Promotion Society) — Coordinates SHG artisan participation in SARAS and other national craft melas; route for procuring from Jharkhand women's SHG craft clusters
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles — Jharkhand State Agency — National-level handicraft procurement, artisan ID cards, design assistance, marketing event funding; gateway for DC-Handicrafts empanelment for export/wholesale at handicrafts.nic.in
TRIFED (Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India) — Ranchi Office — Procures tribal handicrafts and forest produce via Van Dhan Vikas Kendras; markets through Tribes India outlets and tribesindia.com; resellers can source catalogued tribal products wholesale
Jharkhand Tourism Department — Operates and promotes Urban Haat Hazaribagh and Urban Haat Ranchi as year-round craft sales venues; supports Amadubi Paitkar eco-tourism village as a buyer-visit destination
IINRG (Indian Institute of Natural Resins and Gums), Namkum, Ranchi — R&D and training on lac cultivation and processing; can connect resellers with certified lac craft artisans and cooperatives in Jharkhand

Karnataka

Karnataka is India's richest craft-sourcing state for a reseller — 46 GI-tagged products spanning bidriware, silk, lacquerware toys, Lambani embroidery, handloom sarees, rosewood inlay, and incense — backed by two powerful govt corporations (KSHDCL/Cauvery and KHDC/Priyadarshini) with explicit export desks, a dense cluster map from Bidar to Channapatna, and a year-round calendar of buyer-accessible fairs including Dastkar Bazaar, Gifts World Expo, Bengaluru Utsava, and the Mysore Dasara Exhibition.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Bengaluru Dastkar Bazaar Craft bazaar / NGO-curated fair · Dastkar – A Society for Crafts and Craftspeople	Late May – early June; annual (2026 edition: May 29 – June 4)	Bengaluru	160+ artisan groups from 25+ states — textiles, folk art, jewelry, organic wellness, rare languishing craft traditions including Karnataka crafts	Walk-in for buyers (entry ₹100); craft groups/NGOs apply to exhibit via Dastkar (contact +91-9742801793 or +91-8860174659; dastkar.org/event); no formal buyer pass required — direct seller access
Bengaluru Utsava – Arts, Crafts, Handlooms and Lifestyle Exhibition Craft / handloom expo · Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath	January (Sankranti season); 2026 edition ran January 9–25	Bengaluru	70+ stalls — art, handicrafts, handlooms, jewellery, clothing, furniture, home decor, regional food; 50+ master craftsmen from across India	Free entry walk-in for buyers; artisan/vendor stalls booked through Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath (chitrakalaparishath.org); daily 10:30 am – 7 pm
Chitra Santhe (Art Market) Open-air art and craft street fair · Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath (KCP)	First Sunday of January; annual (2026 edition: January 4)	Bengaluru	1,500+ artists from 22 states; paintings, folk art, craft objects — direct artist-to-buyer with no gallery middleman; Kinhal and Ganjifa artists participate	Free walk-in; 8 am – 7 pm on Kumara Krupa Road from Shivananda Circle to Windsor Manor; artists apply 3 months prior via KCP website (chitrakalaparishath.org / chitrasanthe.in)
Gifts World Expo Bengaluru B2B trade fair · MEX Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. and Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt. Ltd.	August; annual (2026 edition: August 20–22)	Bengaluru	275+ exhibitors; handicrafts, home decor, corporate gifts, wedding gifts, packaging, promotional items	Pre-register as visitor at giftsworldexpo.com/blr/visitor-online-registration/; exhibitor stall enquiry at giftsworldexpo.com/blr/enquire-to-exhibit/; contact MEX +91-11-46464848 / info@mexexhibits.com; B2B only, no minors
Mysore Dasara Exhibition State trade fair / industrial + craft exhibition · Karnataka Exhibition Authority (KEA)	October–December; runs from Dasara festival (October Vijayadashami) through December annually	Mysuru	Handicrafts (Mysore silk, rosewood inlay, sandalwood, Ganjifa cards), industrial stalls, food courts; local and national artisan stalls	Walk-in for buyers; stall booking through Karnataka Exhibition Authority, Mysore; contact KEA via mysore.ind.in/dasara-exhibition or district administration Mysuru
Shilp Samagam Mela Craft mela · Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt. of India in collaboration with TULIP	September (2025 edition: September 5–14); annual, Ministry-organized	Bengaluru	100 stalls; metalwork, wooden artifacts, cane and bamboo, pottery, textiles, handwoven items from 13+ states including Karnataka crafts	Walk-in at Freedom Park, Bengaluru; artisan stall allocation through Ministry of Social Justice / TULIP scheme
Hathkargha Mela / State Handloom Expo (KHDC) Handloom expo · Karnataka Handloom Development Corporation (KHDC)	Recurring (most recently November); organized by KHDC as needed	Dharwad / Hubli	Ilkal, Molakalmuru, Dharwad handloom sarees and textiles; weavers from 9+ states including Karnataka	Walk-in for wholesale buyers; contact KHDC Hubli: +91 90361 50143 / khdc.shop@gmail.com; stall participation for weavers via KHDC
Bangalore Arts and Crafts Mela Arts and craft mela · Private organizers (SHUBH Convention Centre)	December (annual; 2025 edition: December 4–13)	Bengaluru (JP Nagar)	Handicrafts, handlooms, lifestyle products from artisans and designers across India	Walk-in; stall bookings via event organizer; venue: SHUBH Royale, JP Nagar 7th Phase, Bengaluru
India Art Festival Bengaluru Art and craft fair · India Art Festival (indiaartfestival.com)	December (annual; 2026 edition: December 11–13)	Bengaluru	Contemporary art, crafts, creative talent from across India; direct artist-buyer interaction	Walk-in; Palace Grounds, Bengaluru; stall/booth applications via indiaartfestival.com; exhibitor registration open annually

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Karnataka State Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd (KSHDCL) — Cauvery Emporium	Government aggregator selling all major Karnataka crafts: sandalwood, rosewood inlay, Bidriware, Channapatna lacquerware, Mysore paintings, Kinhal toys, Navalgund dhurries, bronzeware, Kasuti textiles — from 13 craft complexes across the state	Wholesale/export desk active; custom-made orders at 50% advance; export pricing includes packing, insurance to nearest Indian seaport; contact: sales@cauveryhandicrafts.net / +91-80-2558-1118 / +91-99161-37563 (N. Narayana Murthy); bulk enquiry form at cauverycrafts.com; 11 Cauvery emporium showrooms in Bengaluru (MG Road, Jayanagar), Mysuru (2 outlets), Mangaluru, Hubli, Chennai, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Secunderabad
Karnataka Handloom Development Corporation (KHDC) — Priyadarshini brand	Govt corporation managing 13,000 handlooms — Ilkal, Molakalmuru, Dharwad handloom sarees and textiles; brand 'Priyadarshini'; 55+ retail outlets nationwide	Priyadarshini International (export division) caters exclusively to global buyers; contact KHDC HQ: Priyadarshini Nekara Bhavan, Vidya Nagar, Hubli 580031; phone +91 90361 50143; email khdc.shop@gmail.com; priyadarshinihandlooms.in
Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC)	Govt PSU producing authentic Mysore silk sarees with holographic authenticity tags; only source of KSIC-certified Mysore silk	Wholesale only through KSIC showrooms; private sector Mysore silk also available from independent weavers; official online store ksicsilk.com; KSIC factory and showroom in Mysuru; enquiries via ksic.karnataka.gov.in
Crafts Council of Karnataka — Kamalini Store	Not-for-profit (est. 1967/1982) sourcing Ganjifa paintings, Kinhal wooden toys, Lambani embroidery, lacquerware, string puppets, vegetable-dyed lacquer homeware directly from Karnataka artisans	Walk-in wholesale and institutional buying at Kamalini Store, 37/Sri Bhooma, 17th Cross, Malleswaram, Bengaluru 560055; no MOQ listed publicly — contact directly; Facebook: craftscouncilofkarnataka; Instagram: @craftscouncilkarnataka; craftscouncilofkarnataka.org
Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra (SKKK)	Registered society (1988) in Sandur, Ballari District; 500+ artisans in Lambani embroidery, block printing, cane and bamboo furniture, stone carving, khadi textiles; garments, sarees, accessories, home furnishings	Job work arrangements, direct wholesale, export supply; contact: info@sandurkendra.org / Sales: Praveen +91-9448497878 / General: +91-9448497889; Address: Door No. 139/A1, Ward 20, Bhagyajyothi Colony, Kudligi Road, Sandur, Ballari 583119; sandurkendra.org; listed on ExportersIndia and TradeIndia
Maya Organic (Support Services Pvt. Ltd.)	Non-profit (Section 8 company, WFTO member, est. 2004) running Channapatna lacquerware toy cluster; lacware wooden toys, educational toys, rattles — all eco-friendly; exports to Europe and global markets	Bulk and export orders accepted; manufacturer, distributor, supplier; address: No. 1580, Sathanoor Road, Channapatna 562160, Ramanagara District; contact via mayaorganic.com; listed as exporter on ExportersIndia; B2B inquiries for MOQ and pricing direct
Ilkal Silk Handloom Weavers Producer Company Limited	Weavers' producer company in Ilkal, Bagalkot 587125; authentic GI-tagged Ilkal silk-cotton handloom sarees	Direct wholesale from the producer company; contact via Justdial (search 'Ilkal Silk Handloom Weavers Producer Company Limited, Bagalkot') or IndiaMART Bagalkot directory; also P K Guled (+140 years old firm): pkguledilkalsarees.com; G.R. Daga Silk and Saree: +91 86601 52955 / g.r.daga@gmail.com
The Kishkinda Trust (TKT) — TIKAU Export Unit	NGO in Anegundi (Hampi), Ballari/Koppal border; Hari Dharti cooperative of 150–200 women artisans making banana fibre bags, baskets, hats, mats, boxes, rope; TIKAU is the export division with Finland market linkage	Export and domestic wholesale enquiries: kishkindatrust.craft@gmail.com; Instagram: @kishkindatrust; tktkishkinda.org/crafts; proceeds support community artisans
Kinnal Collections (Koppal Toy Cluster supported)	Kinhal (Kinnal) handmade wooden toys and deity idols; GI-tagged folk art by Chitragar community; Koppal District, North Karnataka	Wholesale/bulk orders via WhatsApp or email: kinnalcollection@gmail.com; Instagram: @kinnalcollection; kinnaltoys.com; no formal MOQ listed — negotiate directly
BidriHandicraft.com / Bidar Bidri Youth Mandal	World's largest manufacturer and supplier of Bidriware (zinc-alloy + silver inlay); 180 artisans under Bidar Bidri Youth Mandal (est. 2003); Sultan Brothers Bidri Works also a major supplier	Wholesale and export supply; contact: bidrihandicraft.com; IndiaMART listing (Bidri Handicraft, Bidar); Sultan Brothers: Chowbara Road, Old City, Bidar 585401; Sahayog NGO also coordinates artisans for bulk export orders

Craft clusters

Bidriware (zinc-alloy base with silver inlay) — Bidar GI: Bidriware (GI No. 20, 2005)
Channapatna lacquerware toys and dolls — Channapatna, Ramanagara District GI: Channapatna Toys and Dolls (GI No. 23, 2005)
Rosewood inlay furniture and decoratives — Mysuru GI: Mysore Rosewood Inlay (GI No. 24, 2005)
Mysore Traditional Paintings (Dashavatara, Ramayana scenes on silk/canvas) — Mysuru GI: Mysore Traditional Paintings (GI No. 32, 2005)
Ganjifa hand-painted circular playing cards — Mysuru GI: Ganjifa Cards of Mysore (GI No. 60, 2006)
Kasuti embroidery (temple-motif needlework on silk/cotton) — Dharwad and North Karnataka GI: Kasuti Embroidery (GI No. 31, 2005)
Sandur Lambani / Banjara embroidery (mirror, patchwork, beadwork) — Sandur (Ballari District) and Yadgiri GI: Sandur Lambani Embroidery (GI No. 134, 2010)
Kinhal (Kinnal) painted wooden toys and deity idols — Kinhal village, Koppal / Ballari District GI: Kinhal Toys (GI No. 213, 2012)
Karnataka Bronzeware (Dhokra/lost-wax casting) — Statewide (Bengaluru, Mysuru) GI: Karnataka Bronze Ware (GI No. 62, 2006)
Navalgund Dhurries (geometric cotton flat-weave rugs) — Navalgund, Dharwad District GI: Navalgund Dhurries (GI No. 61, 2006)
Ilkal handloom sarees (silk-cotton mix with red pallu) — Ilkal, Bagalkot District GI: Ilkal Saree (GI)
Molakalmuru silk sarees (fine zari brocade) — Molakalmuru, Chitradurga District GI: Molkalmuru Sarees (GI)
Mysore silk sarees (pure mulberry silk, gold zari) — Mysuru (KSIC factory) GI: Mysore Silk Saree (GI)
Udupi handloom sarees (cotton, temple borders) — Udupi GI: Udupi Saree (GI)
Guledgudda Khana fabric (cotton-silk mix, temple borders) — Guledgudda, Bagalkot District GI: Khana Fabric (GI)
Kolhapuri chappals (hand-stitched leather footwear) — Bagalkot, Belagavi, Dharwad, Vijayapura GI: Kolhapuri Chappal (GI — shared with Maharashtra)
Sandalwood carving and products — Mysuru, Bengaluru GI: Mysore Sandal Soap / Mysore Sandalwood Oil (GI)
Stone carving (granite temple sculpture and decoratives) — Hampi region (Ballari/Vijayanagara District)
Banana fibre woven products (bags, baskets, mats, rope) — Anegundi, Hampi region (Ballari/Koppal border)
Mysore Agarbathi (hand-rolled incense sticks) — Mysuru GI: Mysore Agarbatti (GI)

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Karnataka State Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd (KSHDCL) — Primary state govt craft body (est. 1964); runs 13 craft complexes and 11 Cauvery emporiums; registers GI tags for 8 Karnataka crafts; export scheme (50% advance on custom orders); procurement and institutional supply; cauverycrafts.com / cauveryhandicrafts.net
Karnataka Handloom Development Corporation (KHDC) — State PSU (est. 1975) supporting 13,000 handlooms; brand Priyadarshini; runs 55+ outlets nationwide; Priyadarshini International (export division) for global buyers; HQ at Hubli; karnatakadht.org
Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC) — State PSU producing authentic Mysore silk sarees with GI and holographic authentication; sole issuer of KSIC-certified Mysore silk; direct procurement for resellers via KSIC showrooms; ksic.karnataka.gov.in
Department of Handlooms and Textiles, Govt. of Karnataka — Nodal dept overseeing KHDC, weaver cooperatives, handloom cluster development; Rajajinagar, Bengaluru; tel 080-23561628; karnatakadht.org
Karnataka Exhibition Authority (KEA) — Organizes the Mysore Dasara Exhibition (Oct–Dec) at Doddakere Maidan Mysuru; craft and industrial stall bookings for artisans and businesses; primary govt vehicle for mass craft retail during Dasara season
Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath (KCP) — Autonomous arts institution under Govt. of Karnataka; organizes Chitra Santhe (Jan, 1,500+ artists) and Bengaluru Utsava (Sankranti season); venue and platform for craft sellers to reach direct buyers; chitrakalaparishath.org
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India — Karnataka desk — Central govt nodal body; runs Ambedkar Hastshilp Vikas Yojana and cluster development schemes for Karnataka craft clusters; empanels NGOs for artisan support; handicrafts.gov.in
Crafts Council of Karnataka — NGO (registered 1982) recognized by Govt. of India; documentation, skill development, market linkage; runs Kamalini retail store in Malleswaram Bengaluru; institutional buyer and wholesale sourcing point; craftscouncilofkarnataka.org

Kerala

Kerala is India's premier sourcing state for GI-certified handloom textiles (Kasaragod sarees, Balaramapuram cotton, Kuthampully silk), coir and natural-fibre goods from Alappuzha, the unique Aranmula metal mirror, Kannur home-furnishing fabrics exported worldwide, and eco-craft clusters in Wayanad — all backed by three dedicated state corporations (HDCK, HANTEX, KADCO) and a dense cooperative ecosystem accessible to resellers through emporiums, bulk orders, and annual fairs.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Annual Onam Exhibition of Handloom and Handicrafts Handloom and handicraft expo · State Emporiums / Kerala Industries Department (rotating host state)	August–September annually (Onam season, ~10 days)	Thiruvananthapuram	Kerala kasavu sarees, mundus, metal crafts, wood crafts, brass, bamboo; stalls from UP, MP, AP, WB, Odisha, TN, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Gujarat	Walk-in for retail buyers; stall booking through respective state emporiums or HDCK; bulk/wholesale negotiation directly at stalls
Kudumbashree SARAS Mela Kerala SARAS craft mela · Kudumbashree Mission, Kerala (under Ministry of Rural Development / National Rural Livelihoods Mission)	Variable — editions held March–April and August–December; annual or bi-annual	Rotating across Kerala — past editions: Malappuram (Edappal), Thrissur (Kunnamkulam), Kannur, Thiruvananthapuram	Handicrafts, textiles, furniture, daily-use items, jewellery, fabrics, ethnic foods from 28+ states; Kerala stalls feature coir, handloom, agro-products	Free entry; rural entrepreneurs exhibit directly; resellers can approach stall-holders for bulk orders; stall booking via Kudumbashree district mission office
Coir Kerala (International Coir Expo) Trade fair / export expo · Directorate of Coir Development, Government of Kerala	Biennial; past editions: 2012, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019; typically held October–December	Alappuzha (EMS Stadium)	Coir mats, carpets, rugs, geo-textiles, coir fibre, coir yarn, coir machinery; export-oriented international and national pavilions	International pavilion (~130 stalls) and national pavilion (~175 stalls); buyers register as trade visitors; contact coir.kerala.gov.in or Coir Board, Ernakulam for buyer passes and stall booking
Onam Markets (Kudumbashree Onam Market Fairs) Community craft and trade fairs · Kudumbashree Mission, Government of Kerala	August annually (4–6 weeks before Onam)	State-wide — 1,085 Onam Market Fairs held across all 14 Kerala districts	Handloom textiles, coir products, agro-processed goods, handicrafts, food items — produced by Kudumbashree SHG women	Walk-in; wholesale buyers can contact district Kudumbashree offices for bulk procurement; no stall booking required for buying
Kerala Cooperative Expo (Co-op Expo) Cooperative trade expo · Kerala State Cooperative Department / cooperativeexpokerala.com	Annual; 2025 edition: April 21–30; 2023 was 2nd edition	Thiruvananthapuram (Kanakakunnu Palace Premises)	260+ stalls showcasing 400+ cooperative products including handlooms, coir, food, rubber goods, spices, Ayurvedic products, handicrafts	Open access for buyers; cooperative societies exhibit and take bulk orders; contact cooperativeexpokerala.com or Kerala State Cooperative Department for stall info
Rubco Exhibition Cooperative product expo · Kerala State Rubber Cooperative Limited (Rubco)	August–September annually (Onam season)	Thiruvananthapuram (Jawahar Balbhavan)	Rubber wood furniture, rubber-based mattresses, footwear, coconut oil — reseller-relevant for natural/sustainable furniture	Walk-in; bulk procurement contact through Rubco head office, Kottayam
HANTEX Onam Sales Fair Handloom sale event · Kerala State Handloom Weavers Co-operative Society Ltd (HANTEX)	August–September annually (Onam season), special sale weeks	Thiruvananthapuram (Oottukuzhi HQ) and across 76 HANTEX showrooms statewide	Kasavu sarees, mundus, cotton dhoties, matching sets, 1,500+ handloom fabric varieties	Walk-in at any HANTEX showroom; wholesale/institutional buyers contact HANTEX HQ — hantex.kerala.gov.in; bulk orders via written request to Managing Director
Silk–Cotton–Jewellery Expo Seasonal textile and handicraft fair · Various state emporiums and private organizers; Union Ministry of Minority Affairs also organises parallel handicraft exhibitions at Marine Drive Ground	August–September (Onam season, annual)	Thiruvananthapuram (KPS Menon Hall and LMS Fair Ground, Palayam)	Handloom sarees, silk and cotton garments, traditional jewellery, handicrafts from multiple states	Walk-in retail; resellers negotiate directly with stall operators; no prior registration required
IITF (India International Trade Fair) — Kerala Pavilion National trade fair · India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO); HDCK and KeraFed represent Kerala	November 14–27 annually	New Delhi (Pragati Maidan) — Kerala stalls	Kairali handicrafts, coir, handlooms, spices, Ayurvedic products, banana fibre craft — HDCK and HANTEX participate	Trade day buyer passes; resellers contact HDCK (handicrafts.kerala.gov.in) or KeraFed (marketing@kerafed.com) to source from Kerala pavilion
Thrissur Pooram Craft Bazaar Festival craft bazaar · Local artisan guilds, Thrissur District administration	April–May (day of Thrissur Pooram festival, annual)	Thrissur	Traditional temple craft items, bell metal lamps, elephant-motif crafts, local handloom, wooden craft	Walk-in; direct purchase from artisans; no formal stall booking process for buyers
Kochi-Muziris Biennale Craft Pop-ups Art/craft expo with pop-ups · Kochi Biennale Foundation; Save The Loom (One Zero Eight store)	December–March biennially (next edition expected December 2026–March 2027)	Kochi (Fort Kochi area)	Contemporary craft, handmade textiles, natural-dye fabrics; One Zero Eight by Save The Loom is permanent concept store at Fort Kochi featuring Mundu Project and Indian handmade craft	Walk-in for buyers; contact One Zero Eight / Save the Loom for wholesale; biennale trade days allow direct artisan engagement

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Handicrafts Development Corporation of Kerala Ltd (HDCK) — Kairali Emporiums	Aggregates handicrafts directly from artisans statewide — Aranmula mirrors, coir craft, coconut shell craft, mural paintings, bell metal, bamboo, wood carving, Nettur Petti boxes, kasavu textiles. Operates 19 Kairali showrooms across India (flagship: SMSM Institute, Press Road, Thiruvananthapuram 695001).	Wholesale/institutional bulk orders handled from HQ; contact: 0471-2331358 / 0471-2778400; website: handicrafts.kerala.gov.in. Procurement from artisans at government-approved rates; resellers can place orders directly.
HANTEX — Kerala State Handloom Weavers Co-operative Society Ltd	Apex handloom cooperative; aggregates output of 523 handloom societies and 20,000+ weavers. Over 1,500 fabric varieties; 100+ saree and matching-set designs. 76 showrooms statewide.	Wholesale orders accepted; contact HQ: P.B. No. 64, Oottukuzhi, Thiruvananthapuram 695001; website: hantex.kerala.gov.in. Institutional buyers write to Managing Director for bulk rates and MOQ.
KADCO — Kerala Artisans Development Corporation	Government of Kerala undertaking (est. 1981) supporting artisans in carpentry, blacksmithy, goldsmithy, coppersmithy, bell metal, pottery, leather, and artistic works. Regional offices in Trivandrum, Kollam, Ernakulam, Kozhikode.	Wholesale/bulk enquiries: kadco@dataone.in; phone: 0471-2302746; address: TC 12/755 Vanchiyoor PO, Trivandrum 695035. Contact for institutional procurement and export sourcing.
Kerala State Coir Corporation (KSCC) / Coir Board	Nodal agency for handmade coir procurement. Buys from coir cooperative societies at approved rates and supplies exporters. Coir Board (central) headquartered in Kochi also runs export promotion, trade facilitation, and has CCRI research centre at Kalavoor, Alappuzha.	Exporters/resellers register with Coir Board (coirboard.gov.in, Kochi) for access to KSCC supply; KSCC procurement at fair prices for competitive exports; contact KSCC via coircraft.com.
Kanhirode Weavers' Co-Op P&S Society Ltd	ISO 9001-certified cooperative (est. 1952), Kannur — produces cotton and silk fabrics, satin bedsheets, furnishing fabrics, curtain materials, shirts, sarees, khadi. Exports to US, UK, France, Germany.	Wholesale and export orders accepted; address: LL-44, PO Kanhirode, Kannur 670592; phone: +91-497-85259 / 707259 / 9446167348; website: weaveco.com. MOQ negotiable.
Lokanath Weavers' Industrial Co-Op Society Ltd	Kannur cooperative (est. 1955) at Chovva — produces bath mats, terry towels, beach towels, furnishing fabrics, curtains, jute-linen blends, mundus, bedsheets, table covers, cushions, napkins, runners; export and domestic.	Wholesale and export supply; address: LL-99, PO Chova, Kannur 670006; phone: 9446744524; website: lokfab.com. Contact for fabric wholesale and custom orders.
Kudumbashree Mission — SHG Networks	Network of 300,000+ Self Help Groups across Kerala producing handloom, food products, coir crafts, agro goods, and artisanal items. Largest women's entrepreneurship network in India.	Bulk procurement via district Kudumbashree offices; institutional buyers contact state mission at kudumbashree.org or district officers for product catalogues and MOQ; annual SARAS Mela is prime contact point.
KeraFed (Kerala State Cooperative Federation)	Apex cooperative federation marketing products of member cooperatives: coir, spices, rubber, handloom, processed foods, Ayurvedic products. Participates in IITF and other national trade fairs.	Wholesale/reseller enquiries: marketing@kerafed.com; phone: 0471-2320504, 2321660, 2326209; hotline: +91-7994992080. Umbrella sourcing point for multiple cooperative-made product categories.
Aranmula Kannadi Craft Cluster — Individual artisan families + Mannar Craft Store	Only a handful of families in Aranmula village (Pathanamthitta) hold the alloy formula for this GI-protected metal mirror. Mannar Craft Store (mannarcraft.com) aggregates authentic pieces for online/wholesale supply.	Wholesale/bulk: thearanmulakannadi.com; CultureShoppe (support@cultureshoppe.com) offers special bulk prices; Mannar Craft Store for mixed lots. MOQ varies by craftsman; approach artisan families directly at Aranmula village or via HDCK.
Kerala Arts and Crafts Village (KACV), Kovalam	100+ artisans in studios at Vellar/Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram — Aranmula mirrors, Balaramapuram handloom, mural art, metal craft, Nettur Petti boxes, coir craft, coconut husk craft. Sales emporium on-site. Open daily except Monday, 10am–7pm.	Walk-in sourcing from artisan studios; direct wholesale negotiation with individual artisans; no formal online wholesale; contact: kacvkovalam.org; phone via Kerala Tourism. Best for sampling and meeting artisans for supply relationships.

Craft clusters

Handloom cotton sarees, mundus, kasavu textiles — Balaramapuram, Thiruvananthapuram district GI: Balaramapuram Fine Cotton Fabrics (GI 2009)
Jacquard cotton sarees, coloured dress materials — Kasaragod GI: Kasaragod Sarees (GI 2009)
Handloom silk-cotton sarees with puliyilakara (tamarind leaf) border — Chendamangalam, Ernakulam district GI: Chendamangalam Dhoties & Set Mundus (GI)
Silk-cotton sarees, dhoties — Kuthampully, Thrissur district GI: Kuthampully Sarees (GI)
Home furnishing fabrics, bed linen, curtains, towels, table linen — export-oriented — Kannur (Kanhirode, Chovva, Karivellur) GI: Cannanore Home Furnishings (GI)
Aranmula Kannadi — alloy metal mirror (tin+copper), only surface-reflection mirror in world — Aranmula, Pathanamthitta district GI: Aranmula Kannadi (GI 2005)
Coir mats, rugs, carpets, rope, geo-textiles — Alappuzha (Alleppey) and Kayamkulam GI: Alleppey Coir (GI)
Screw pine (pandanus) crafts — baskets, mats, bags — Kozhikode and central Kerala
Bamboo and rattan craft, tribal weaving (Paniya, Kuruma communities) — Wayanad district (Kalpetta, Mananthavady)
Coconut shell craft — bowls, spoons, jewellery, decorative items — Wayanad, Kasaragod, Thrissur
Bell metal craft, bronze idols, temple lamps (nilavilakku) — Thrissur, Irinjalakuda
Payyanur finger ring (gold/silver jewellery) — Payyanur, Kannur district GI: Payyanur Pavithra Ring (GI)
Palakkad Thudi drum (tribal percussion) — Palakkad GI: Palakkad Matta Rice area; Thudi drum GI
Kerala mural paintings on canvas and wood — Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur (artists clustered at Kovalam Craft Village)
Rosewood and teak furniture, antique reproductions, carved wall panels — Ernakulam, Kochi
Kathakali masks and costume accessories — Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Handicrafts Development Corporation of Kerala Ltd (HDCK) — State govt undertaking (est. 1968) under Industries & Commerce Dept; procures handicrafts from artisans, markets through 19 Kairali emporiums nationwide; runs artisan welfare schemes; key procurement agency for resellers needing government-certified Kerala handicrafts. Website: handicrafts.kerala.gov.in
Kerala State Handloom Weavers Co-operative Society Ltd (HANTEX) — Apex handloom cooperative under Directorate of Handlooms and Textiles, Kerala; channels output of 523 primary societies; 76 showrooms; institutional wholesale partner for handloom fabrics, sarees, and dhoties. Website: hantex.kerala.gov.in
Kerala Artisans Development Corporation (KADCO) — Govt undertaking (est. 1981) for artisans in traditional crafts (carpentry, metal, pottery, leather); provides raw material, training, marketing; procurement partner for traditional craft categories. Website: keralaartisans.com / keralaartisans.in
Kerala State Coir Corporation (KSCC) — Nodal agency for coir sector; purchases from cooperative societies and supplies exporters at competitive rates; gateway for wholesale coir mat, rope, and geo-textile sourcing. Website: coircraft.com
Coir Board of India (Kochi HQ) — Central statutory body under Ministry of MSME; registers exporters, promotes coir products internationally, runs CCRI research institute in Alappuzha; buyer/exporter registration enables access to certified coir suppliers. Website: coirboard.gov.in
Directorate of Handlooms and Textiles, Kerala — Regulates and promotes handloom sector; oversees cooperative societies; runs yarn supply schemes and welfare programmes; nodal body for handloom policy and cluster development. Website: handloom.kerala.gov.in
Kudumbashree Mission — State poverty eradication mission with 300,000+ SHGs; runs Onam Market Fairs, SARAS Melas, and institutional procurement platforms; largest aggregator of women artisan products in Kerala; resellers can procure via district offices. Website: kudumbashree.org
KeraFed (Kerala State Cooperative Federation) — Apex body marketing cooperative products (coir, handloom, spices, Ayurvedic, rubber); participates in IITF and national fairs; single-window for multi-category cooperative product sourcing and institutional supply. Website: kerafed.com
Directorate of Coir Development, Government of Kerala — Organises the biennial Coir Kerala International Expo at Alappuzha; implements coir development schemes; buyer/exporter contact for the expo and for sector data. Website: coir.kerala.gov.in
Kerala Bureau of Industrial Promotion (K-BIP) — GI Kerala Portal — Manages and promotes Kerala's 32 GI-tagged products; directory of certified GI producers available at gikerala.in — essential for resellers needing provenance certification and authentic sourcing of GI goods.

Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh is India's most diverse craft-sourcing state for resellers, offering GI-tagged Chanderi and Maheshwari silks, Bagh block prints, Gond tribal paintings, bell metal castings, Gwalior carpets, and over a dozen other distinct craft clusters, supported by a state emporium network (Mrignayani), the HASTSHILP Nigam, and TRIFED tribal outlets.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Hastshilp Mela Ujjain Craft mela / handicraft fair · District Panchayat Ujjain / Sant Ravidas MP Hastshilp Hathkargha Vikas Nigam Ltd, run alongside Kalidasa Festival	November (held Nov 13-24, 2025; annually, ~10-12 days)	Ujjain	Hand-woven textiles, wood carvings, jewelry, home decor, SHG cooperative products from 15 states	~300 free exhibitor stalls open to artisans nationwide; buyers walk in free; register stalls via hastshilpmelaujjain@gmail.com or call +91-9425945059
Lokrang Festival – Handicrafts & Handlooms Fair Tribal folk festival with embedded craft mela · Madhya Pradesh Adivasi Lok Kala Evam Boli Vikas Academy	January 26-30 (annual, Republic Day week)	Bhopal	Tribal and folk handicrafts from across MP — clay, bamboo, wood, metal, Gond paintings, handlooms; 250 stalls	Stalls at Rs 1,000 each; applications invited online, lottery allotment ~10 Jan; buyers and resellers walk in free to meet artisan-sellers
Gwalior Trade Fair – Shilp Bazaar Trade fair with craft bazaar component · State government / Gwalior Mela authority	December 25 – February 25 (two-month annual fair)	Gwalior	Handmade crafts from across India — carpets, pottery, textiles, paintings; 1200 pavilions + 3000 kiosks	Entry free for buyers; artisans book stalls through Mela authority; direct walk-in buying from craftspeople
Gandhi Shilp Bazaar – Indore National craft mela · Office of Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India	January (held Jan 10-19, 2025; annual)	Indore	Multi-craft national handicraft showcase; 80 artisan stalls	Artisans apply for stalls by late December via indian.handicrafts.gov.in; buyers/resellers walk in free to negotiate directly with artisans
Aadi Shilpgram Mahotsav Tribal craft festival · Tribal Affairs Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh	May (3-day annual, held May 2025 at Ravindra Bhavan)	Bhopal	Tribal handicrafts — clay, bamboo, wood, metal artifacts; Gond, Bhil, Baiga craft; tribal paintings	Walk-in for buyers; ~500 tribal artisans from MP districts; contact Tribal Affairs Dept, Bhopal for stall/procurement inquiry
Pachmarhi Utsav – Craft Exhibition Cultural utsav with craft mela · MP Tourism / Handloom and Handicraft Development Corporation	Last week of December through New Year (annual, 6 days)	Pachmarhi	Folk art and handicrafts — bamboo crafts, woolens, carpets, papad/pickles; sponsored by MP Handloom & Handicraft Development Corporation	Walk-in; artisan stalls open to visitors; contact MP Tourism helpline 1800-233-7777 for bulk/trade participation
Hastkala Bazaar State craft exhibition · Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board / Responsible Tourism Mission	Periodic (previously held September; run under MP Tourism's Responsible Tourism Mission)	Bhopal	Craft from 41 MP art forms across 6 cultural zones — terracotta, iron craft, bell metal, bronze, Bundeli painting, tribal craft; ~93 craftsmen	Walk-in for buyers; direct purchase from craftspeople; contact MP Tourism Board, Bhopal for upcoming editions and bulk buying
SARAS Aajeevika Mela (national, MP participates) SARAS mela / rural livelihood craft fair · Ministry of Rural Development / National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR)	October-February (annual, varies by venue; 2026 edition Feb 10-26)	National (Gurugram/Noida/New Delhi; MP SHGs participate)	Chanderi sarees, MP handlooms, tribal crafts, organic produce from MP women SHGs	Stalls for SHG artisans applied through state rural livelihood missions; buyers walk in free; contact NRLM MP (Bhopal) for MP SHG bulk procurement
Shilpgram Crafts Village – Khajuraho (permanent market + Shilpgram Utsav) Permanent craft village + annual utsav · West Zone Cultural Centre (WZCC) / Government craft village	Year-round (Shilpgram Utsav typically February)	Khajuraho	Stone carvings, sandstone sculptures, handmade textiles, Chandeli paintings, terracotta, tribal art; permanent government craft village	Walk-in daily; negotiate directly with resident artisans; during Shilpgram Utsav larger artisan congregation; contact WZCC for bulk procurement

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Mrignayani – MP Government Emporium	State emporium stocking all major MP crafts: Chanderi sarees, Maheshwari sarees, Bagh prints, zari-zardozi, bell metal, stone craft, home decor; multiple retail outlets + online	Wholesale and institutional procurement arm of Sant Ravidas MP Hastshilp Hathkargha Vikas Nigam; Bhopal HQ: Shop 1-2, GTB Complex, New Market, TT Nagar, Bhopal 462005; Delhi outlet: B-8, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Connaught Place; contact via tradeindia.com listing or mrignayani.org (currently restricted); email mrignayanikol86@gmail.com for Kolkata outlet; trade inquiries to hsvn@mp.gov.in
Sant Ravidas MP Hastshilp Evam Hathkargha Vikas Nigam Ltd	State corporation for MP handicrafts and handlooms — wholesale, retail, warehouse; runs Mrignayani emporiums, organizes expos, trains artisans	Wholesale and supply chain business (Factory/Wholesale/Retail/Warehouse); Hastshilp Bhawan, Hamidia Road, Bhopal 462014; Phone: 0755-2676920; Fax: 2676926; Email: hsvn@mp.gov.in; CIN U17121MP1981SGC001863; also on IndiaMART as Madhya Pradesh Hastashilp (contact S Ahmad, GM)
REHWA Society, Maheshwar	Non-profit foundation running 250+ women weavers on 110 looms; manufactures authentic Maheshwari handloom sarees, dupattas, scarves in silk and cotton	Wholesale available; non-profit manufacturing + wholesale model; Ahilya Fort, Maheshwar, MP 451224; Phone: +91-8120001388; website: rehwasociety.org; also sells via own website and has retail in Delhi and Mumbai
Chanderiyaan / Digital Empowerment Foundation (DEF) – Chanderi	Digital cluster program connecting Chanderi weavers (silk sarees, natural-dye textiles); 5000+ traditional designs digitized; marketplace via digikargha.in	Wholesale and reseller sourcing through digikargha.in; contact DEF via dcdpindia.org/contact-us; WhatsApp-based direct weaver contacts: 8109465000 (Weaver's Origin Silk & Sarees, Chanderi) and 9399689519
TRIFED – Tribes India Outlet, Bhopal	Central govt tribal cooperative federation outlet stocking Gond paintings, Dhokra metal, bamboo crafts, tribal textiles from MP; also runs Van Dhan SHG procurement	Walk-in retail and institutional/bulk procurement; Shop No. 3, Metro Walk, Bittan Market, Bhopal; Regional Office: 35 Shyamala Hills, Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan II, Ground Floor, Bhopal; trifed.tribal.gov.in; Gond Painting cluster contact: 9669039673 (Patangarh, Dindori)
TARAgram / Development Alternatives (TARA) – Orchha	NGO enterprise employing 40+ Sahariya tribal women in handmade paper making from recycled cotton rags; products include notebooks, gift bags, paper frames, lanterns	Sells wholesale to retailers and online; on-site at Orchha, Tikamgarh district; contact via devalt.org or Justdial listing (Taragram Paper Factory, Orchha, Tikamgarh)
Soni Metal Craft – Tikamgarh	Exporter and manufacturer of bell metal (lost-wax) figurines, lamps, decorative pieces from Tikamgarh; GI-certified craft	Export and wholesale; IndiaMART profile: indiamart.com/soni-metal-crafttikamgarh; contact via IndiaMART for MOQ and pricing
Tribal Craft Mart – Jabalpur	Wholesale supplier of Dhokra bell metal art and tribal handicrafts from MP	Wholesale supply; IndiaMART listing: indiamart.com/tribalcraftmart; contact via IndiaMART for MOQ
Soni Handloom / Maheshwari Handloom Works – Maheshwar	Private manufacturers and wholesalers of Maheshwari handloom silk sarees; weavers from across India working at Maheshwar	Wholesale; maheshwarihandloom.com and sonihandloom.com; direct inquiry for bulk orders and reseller pricing

Craft clusters

Chanderi silk-cotton sarees and fabric — Chanderi, Ashok Nagar district GI: Chanderi Sarees (GI)
Maheshwari silk-cotton sarees and dupattas — Maheshwar, Khargone district GI: Maheshwar Sarees and Fabrics (GI)
Bagh natural-dye hand block prints (floral/geometric on cotton) — Bagh village, Dhar district GI: Bagh Prints of Madhya Pradesh (GI)
Gond tribal paintings (natural dyes, dot-and-line style) — Patangarh, Dindori district
Bell metal (lost-wax) castings — figurines, lamps, utensils — Tikamgarh and Datia GI: Bell Metal Ware of Datia and Tikamgarh (GI)
Hand-knotted woolen carpets (Persian-inspired) — Gwalior GI: Gwalior Handmade Carpet (GI)
Zari-zardozi embroidery — Bhopal
Batik printing — Bhairogarh and Ujjain GI: Ujjain Batik Print (GI)
Dhurrie (flat-woven rug) weaving — Sironj, Vidisha district
Stone carving and sculpture — Jabalpur GI: Jabalpur Stone Craft (GI)
Wrought iron decorative crafts — Dindori GI: Wrought Iron Crafts of Dindori (GI)
Waraseoni handloom cotton-silk sarees — Waraseoni, Balaghat district GI: Waraseoni Handloom Saree (GI)
Leather toys (animals, mythical figures) — Indore GI: Leather Toys of Indore (GI)
Dhokra lost-wax tribal metal casting — Betul (Bharewa tribal community)
Handmade paper and paper products (recycled cotton rag) — Orchha, Tikamgarh district
Nandana block prints (resist-dye regional print) — Tarapur, Neemuch district
Lathe-turned lacquerware and wooden toys — Budhni, Sehore district
Bead work (tribal adornment) — Jhabua

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Sant Ravidas Madhya Pradesh Hastshilp Evam Hathkargha Vikas Nigam Ltd (MPHHN) — State apex body for handicraft and handloom development; runs Mrignayani emporiums; organizes craft expos; provides training, tool kits, design support and marketing to artisans; wholesale and procurement channel for bulk/institutional buyers; hsvn@mp.gov.in, 0755-2676920
Madhya Pradesh Adivasi Lok Kala Evam Boli Vikas Academy — Organizes Lokrang Festival (Jan, Bhopal) with 250 craft stalls; supports tribal folk art and craft promotion; key entry point for tribal craft procurement
Tribal Affairs Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh — Organizes Aadi Shilpgram Mahotsav (May, Bhopal) showcasing 500+ tribal artisans; tribal craft procurement channel; tribal.mp.gov.in
Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board (Responsible Tourism Mission) — Organizes Hastkala Bazaar (Bhopal, periodic) and Pachmarhi Utsav craft fair; promotes craft tourism clusters; helpline 1800-233-7777; mptourism.com
Office of Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles – Bhopal Field Office — Runs Gandhi Shilp Bazaar (Indore, January) and other national craft melas in MP; artisan database at indian.handicrafts.gov.in; provides marketing support and cluster development; helpline 18002084800
TRIFED – Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation (Bhopal Regional Office) — Procures and markets tribal crafts (Gond paintings, Dhokra, bamboo) from MP tribes; Van Dhan SHG linkage; institutional and export procurement; 35 Shyamala Hills, Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan II, Bhopal; trifed.tribal.gov.in
Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) — Facilitates export of MP handicrafts internationally; IHGF Delhi Fair connects MP exporters to global buyers; members list at epch.in/member; helpline 18002084800
Handloom Export Promotion Council (HEPC) — Promotes Chanderi, Maheshwari, Waraseoni and other MP handlooms for export; connects weavers and cooperatives with international buyers; hepcindia.com

Maharashtra

Maharashtra is India's single richest sourcing state for a craft reseller: it holds GI-tagged Paithani sarees (Yeola/Paithan), Kolhapuri chappals, Solapur chaddars and terry towels, Sawantwadi lacquerware, Himroo and Bidri work from Aurangabad, and the Manchester-of-Maharashtra powerloom cluster at Ichalkaranji — all backed by multiple state corporations, an active MSRLM women-SHG network, and several annual trade fairs where walk-in buying is unrestricted.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Mahalakshmi Saras Exhibition (UMED / MSRLM) SARAS / SHG craft-and-food mela · UMED – Maharashtra State Rural Livelihoods Mission (MSRLM), Dept of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Govt of Maharashtra	Annual — May (BKC edition: 2–17 May 2026); March–April Vashi edition	Mumbai (BKC, Bandra-Kurla Complex) — also a secondary edition at Vashi (Navi Mumbai)	Handmade rural goods: handloom textiles, apparel, home décor, bamboo/cane crafts, pickles, food products from Maharashtra SHGs and national SHGs; 500 stalls across Maharashtra (230 stalls), other states (66), women's FPOs (34)	Fully open to public and resellers; walk-in free; no buyer pass needed. Contact individual stall holders directly for bulk orders. MSRLM contact: umed.maharashtra.gov.in / rdd.maharashtra.gov.in
32nd Orange City Craft Mela and Folk Dance Festival National craft mela with folk dance festival · South Central Zone Cultural Centre (SCZCC), Ministry of Culture, Government of India — Nagpur	Annual — March–April (2026 edition: 27 March – 5 April; 2025 edition: 10–19 January). Timing shifts year to year.	Nagpur (South Central Zone Cultural Centre, SCZCC campus)	National artisan showcase: leather goods, metal crafts, zari work, Chanderi and Chikankari apparel, Phulkari textiles, Panja dhurries, Punjabi jutis, Khurja pottery, Banarasi weaving, tribal art; ~150 artisans from across India	Open to public; entry donation ₹30/person/day. Walk-in to meet artisan stall holders and negotiate wholesale/bulk directly. SCZCC website: sczcc.gov.in
Dastkari Haat Craft Bazaar — Pune Artisan craft bazaar · Dastkari Haat Samiti (Delhi-based NGO) in partnership with Pune Municipal Corporation / Smart City Program	Annual — October–November (2025 edition: 30 October – 9 November; runs ~10 days)	Pune (Kalagram, P.L. Deshpande Garden, Sinhagad Road)	Handloom textiles (Ikat, Chanderi, Bandhani), block prints, pottery, ceramics, bamboo crafts, leatherwork, tribal paintings (Gond, Madhubani, Warli); 120+ stalls from across India	Free entry; walk-in to meet artisans. Resellers can approach stalls directly for wholesale pricing. For stall booking contact Dastkari Haat Samiti: dastkarihaat.com
My Handloom My Pride Exclusive Expo (Weavers Service Centre) Handloom expo / weaver outreach · Weavers Service Centre (WSC) Mumbai, Office of DC Handlooms, Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India	Annual around February (2025 edition: 21–27 February)	Pune (Mayfield Estate, Drome Arena Hall, Kharadi)	Traditional handlooms from across India with Maharashtra focus: Paithani, Tussar silk, Karvathi Kati, Himroo; also India Handloom Brand and Silk Mark-certified fabrics; weavers' societies and producer companies participate	Walk-in for buyers; engage weavers and handloom societies directly for bulk sourcing. Contact WSC Mumbai: handlooms.nic.in or DC Handlooms regional office, Mumbai
NABARD Handloom Exhibition-cum-Sale Handloom exhibition-cum-sale · National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), Mumbai HO	Annual around National Handloom Day — August (2025 edition: 7–8 August)	Mumbai (NABARD Head Office, Bandra-Kurla Complex)	15 curated stalls showcasing India's diverse handloom traditions; artisans sell directly to public	Open to public; walk-in; direct buying from artisan stalls. Contact NABARD Mumbai HO for advance notice of dates.
Khadi Mahotsav Khadi / gram udyog mela · Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), Ministry of MSME, Govt of India	Annual, typically February–March (2026 edition: March, marking 70 years of KVIC)	Thane (Gaondevi Maidan, Thane) — location varies by year	Authentic Khadi garments, handcrafted village industry products, Gram Udyog innovations; 65+ stalls from 15+ states	Open to public; walk-in. Khadi stockists and bulk buyers can approach KVIC Maharashtra office for procurement. kvic.gov.in / KVIC Mumbai office
IITExpo Ichalkaranji (Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet) Reverse buyer-seller meet / trade expo · Powerloom Development & Export Promotion Council (PDEXCIL) in collaboration with Ichalkaranji Powerloom Weavers Co-op Association	Periodic (not strictly annual); organized when PDEXCIL schedules export promotion events	Ichalkaranji, Kolhapur district	Powerloom and textile fabrics: cotton suiting, shirting, technical textiles, garments; sourced from 1,50,000+ powerloom units in the Ichalkaranji cluster	Registered trade buyers and exporters participate; stall booking via PDEXCIL. Contact: pdexcil.gov.in / Ichalkaranji Powerloom Association: ichpowerloomassociation.org
Ellora-Ajanta International Festival Cultural festival with craft bazaar · Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) and State Cultural Dept	Annual — typically January or October; dates vary (watch elloraajantainternationalfestival.com for confirmation)	Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar / Aurangabad (Soneri Mahal and cultural venues)	Paithani sarees, Himroo fabrics, Bidriware silverware, local handicrafts; artisan stalls run alongside classical dance and music performances	Walk-in ticketed event; buyers engage artisan and craft stall holders directly. Contact MTDC: maharashtratourism.gov.in

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Maharashtra State Handlooms Corporation Ltd (MahaHandloom / MSHC Nagpur)	State govt-run handloom corporation producing and selling Paithani, Tussar, mulberry silk and organic-dye sarees; also bulk handloom cloth for institutional supply	Bulk/wholesale available; sells via mahahandloom.com e-commerce and physical outlet at MSHC Complex, Umrer Road, Nagpur 440024. Contact via website for institutional/bulk inquiries. indiahandmade.com lists them as a marketplace seller.
MSSIDC Marhati Emporium (Maharashtra Small Scale Industries Development Corporation)	State emporium brand for Maharashtra handicrafts; specialises in Paithani sarees (204 looms at Paithan centre); other traditional handicraft categories on consignment from artisans	Artisans supply on consignment or hire counters. Wholesale buyers approach the emporium at World Trade Centre, Cuff Parade, Mumbai or 8/A Connaught Place, New Delhi. Email: csmssidc-mh@mah.gov.in. Site: mssidc.maharashtra.gov.in
MAHATEX — Maharashtra State Handloom Co-operative Federation Ltd	Apex co-operative federation for handloom weaver societies across Maharashtra; markets handloom fabrics and sarees from member societies	Institutional / wholesale procurement channel; contact via Co-operation, Marketing and Textiles Dept, Govt of Maharashtra: mahatextile.maharashtra.gov.in
Ichalkaranji Powerloom Mega Cluster Ltd	Cluster-level aggregator for the 1,50,000+ powerloom units at Ichalkaranji; cotton and blended fabrics, export-quality suiting and shirting; participated in Bharat Tex 2026	B2B wholesale; fabric sold by the meter in bulk lots. Contact via textileinfomedia.com listing or Ichalkaranji Powerloom Weavers Co-op Association: ichpowerloomassociation.org
TRIFED Tribes India — Maharashtra (Shabari Adivasi Vitta Va Vikas Mahamanadal)	Tribal craft aggregator: Warli paintings, bamboo crafts, tribal textiles, hand-knit bags, tribal jewellery; sources from tribal SHGs and individual artisans across Maharashtra	TRIFED empanels suppliers (tribal artisans, SHGs, NGOs) and sells through ~110 Tribes India retail outlets nationwide and via tribesindia.com. For bulk/reseller sourcing contact TRIFED Mumbai Regional Office: trifed.tribal.gov.in/mumbai. State-level: Shabari Mahamandal, Adiwasi Vikas Bhavan, Ram Ganesh Gadkari Chowk, Nashik — Contact: Mr. Yogesh Patil.
Bijja Global Exim — Solapur	Export-oriented manufacturer and wholesaler of GI-tagged Solapur terry towels and chaddars (100% cotton, Jacquard weave)	Factory-direct; flexible MOQs from 500 pieces; no middlemen. Website: bijjaglobalexim.com
Himroo Fabrics (Established 1891) — Aurangabad	One of the largest wholesale suppliers of traditional Himroo silk-cotton brocade fabric: shawls, stoles, sarees, fabrics, bed covers, scarves; supplies domestic and export markets	Wholesale/export orders; website: himroofabrics.in — contact via site for B2B pricing and minimum orders
Padukas Artisans — Palghar (Warli tribal art)	NGO working with 62 Warli tribal women from 31 villages near Palghar; produces Warli-painted textiles, home decor, apparel	NGO supply partner; approach via padukaseboutique.com or through Baro Market aggregator (baromarket.in) for reseller/wholesale pricing
AYUSH (Adivasi Yuva Shakti) — Dahanu, Thane	Direct tribal organisation selling authentic Warli paintings (original works, not mass-produced); also small home decor objects with Warli motifs	Walk-in at Dahanu or contact for bulk export orders of authentic tribal art pieces
UMED Mart / MSRLM SHG network	E-commerce and fair-sales aggregator for 12+ lakh women in SHGs across Maharashtra; products include handloom sarees, bamboo crafts, organic foods, pottery, apparel	Bulk sourcing possible via UMED platform (umedmart.com) or by contacting MSRLM district coordinators at individual SHG level; 230 Maharashtra stalls at the annual Mahalakshmi Saras mela are the fastest walk-in channel

Craft clusters

Paithani silk sarees (handwoven zari-border silk sarees) — Yeola (Nashik district) — primary production hub; also Paithan (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar) GI: Paithani Saree and Fabrics (GI registered 2010)
Kolhapuri chappals (handcrafted vegetable-tanned leather sandals) — Kolhapur city and district; also Dharavi leather cluster, Mumbai GI: Kolhapuri Chappal (GI registered)
Solapur Chaddar (Jacquard cotton bed sheets) — Solapur city GI: Solapur Chaddar (Maharashtra's first GI tag)
Solapur Terry Towels (Jacquard cotton terry towels — ~70% of global demand) — Solapur city GI: Solapur Terry Towel (GI registered)
Karvathi Kati Tussar silk sarees (handwoven temple-border tussar) — Vidarbha region (Nagpur, Wardha, Yavatmal districts) GI: Karvathi Kati Tussar Silk Sarees (GI registered)
Warli tribal painting (geometric monochrome folk art on textiles and paper) — Palghar district (Dahanu, Jawhar talukas); tribal belt north of Mumbai
Sawantwadi lacquerware and wooden toys (lacquered mango/jackfruit wood toys, Ganjifa cards) — Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg district (Konkan coast)
Himroo fabric (silk-cotton brocade, traditional Mughal court textile) — Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad)
Bidriware (zinc-alloy inlaid with silver; vases, trays, jewelry boxes) — Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) — secondary hub after Bidar, Karnataka
Powerloom cotton and synthetic textiles (suiting, shirting, dress material) — Ichalkaranji, Kolhapur district ('Manchester of Maharashtra'); also Bhiwandi, Thane district
Chandrapur / Gadchiroli bamboo and bamboo-based handicrafts — Gadchiroli and Chandrapur districts (tribal belt)
Khadi (hand-spun cotton garments and fabric) — Wardha (Gandhi's Sevagram ashram origin); also Akola and Amravati districts

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Maharashtra Small Scale Industries Development Corporation (MSSIDC) — Handicraft Development Division — Runs the Marhati Emporium brand; operates Paithani weaving centre at Paithan (204 looms); provides artisan sales counters and consignment model; procurement hub for traditional Maharashtra handicrafts. mssidc.maharashtra.gov.in
Maharashtra State Handlooms Corporation Ltd (MSHC Nagpur) / MahaHandloom — State handloom producer-cum-marketer; bulk supplier of Paithani, Tussar, silk, and organic-dye sarees for institutional and retail buyers. mahahandloom.com / mshcngp.org.in
MAHATEX — Maharashtra State Handloom Co-operative Federation Ltd — Apex marketing federation for weaver co-operative societies; co-ordinating body for wholesale handloom supply from member societies. mahatextile.maharashtra.gov.in
UMED — Maharashtra State Rural Livelihoods Mission (MSRLM) — Runs the annual Mahalakshmi Saras exhibitions (500 stalls, Rs 22 crore turnover in 2026); connects buyers to SHG producers across 10,945 Maharashtra villages. rdd.maharashtra.gov.in / umed.maharashtra.gov.in
MAVIM — Mahila Arthik Vikas Mahamandal — Maharashtra's Women Development Corporation; 12 lakh women, 259 Community-Managed Resource Centres; facilitates market access and buyer connections for women artisans in handicrafts, handloom and allied sectors. mavimindia.org
South Central Zone Cultural Centre (SCZCC) — Nagpur — Ministry of Culture body; organises the annual Orange City Craft Mela in Nagpur (150+ artisans from across India); procurement gateway to national artisan community. sczcc.gov.in
Weavers Service Centre (WSC) Mumbai — DC Handlooms, Ministry of Textiles — Organises handloom expos in Maharashtra (My Handloom My Pride series in Pune); registers and certifies handloom societies; India Handloom Brand and Silk Mark certification point for weavers in Maharashtra. handlooms.nic.in
TRIFED (Tribal Co-operative Marketing Federation of India) — Mumbai Regional Office — Sources tribal handicrafts from Maharashtra SHGs and individual tribal artisans; sells through Tribes India retail outlets and online; empanelment-based supplier registration for tribal artisan NGOs. trifed.tribal.gov.in/mumbai
Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) — Maharashtra offices — Promotes Khadi production from Wardha, Akola, Amravati; organises Khadi Mahotsav fairs; KVIC Khadi stockist network provides direct wholesale channel for Khadi cloth and village industry products. kvic.gov.in
Powerloom Development & Export Promotion Council (PDEXCIL) — Organises IITExpo Reverse Buyer-Seller Meets at Ichalkaranji for textile fabric export buyers; represents 1,50,000+ powerloom units in Kolhapur district; key B2B contact for bulk fabric sourcing. pdexcil.gov.in

Manipur

Manipur is India's premier handloom state (4th largest loom count, 2nd largest weaver population) with a rich cluster of GI-tagged textiles, unique Kauna reed craft, Longpi black pottery, tribal bamboo-cane work, and an annual international textile expo (MANITEX) that actively courts global buyers — making it an essential sourcing destination for handloom textiles, tribal crafts, and eco-friendly lifestyle products.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
MANITEX — Manipur International Textile Expo International trade fair / handloom expo · Directorate of Handlooms & Textiles, Dept of Textiles Commerce & Industry, Govt of Manipur	Annual, November (8–12 Nov 2025 edition); first held 2018, suspended 2023–24, revived 2025	Imphal (Urban Haat, Nilakuthi)	Handloom textiles, handicrafts, powerloom cloth, garments, embroidery, natural-dye fabrics, traditional costumes, textile machinery; stalls from multiple Indian states and 16+ countries	Open to international and domestic buyers; stall selection notices released ~3 weeks before event via dhtmanipur.mn.gov.in; walk-in buyer entry; contact Directorate at +91-385-2410687 or support@dhtmanipur.com for advance buyer registration
State Handloom Expo (Palace Compound Expo) State handloom expo / craft mela · Manipur Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd (MHHDCL), sponsored by Office of the Development Commissioner (Handloom), Ministry of Textiles	Annual, October–November (Oct 24 – Nov 6, 2024 edition; 14 days)	Imphal (Iboyaima Shumang Leela Shanglen, Palace Compound)	Silk sarees, handwoven textiles, traditional phees, shawls, phaneks — produced by weavers and artisans including internally displaced persons	Open public expo; 60 stalls; walk-in purchase; no pre-registration required for buyers; contact MHHDCL at Governor Road, Imphal-795001, ph 23360917
Manipur Sangai Festival Cultural festival with large craft bazaar component · Manipur Tourism Department, Govt of Manipur	Annual, 21–30 November	Imphal (Hapta Kangjeibung, BOAT Theatre, Sangai Ethnic Park near Loktak Lake)	Handwoven phaneks, Rani Phee stoles, Innaphi shawls, bamboo and cane crafts, Longpi black pottery, handwoven baskets, traditional jewellery, tribal textiles, ethnic food, fine arts	Stall booking through Manipur Tourism (sangaistall.in); open to artisans, SHGs, cooperatives; buyers walk in freely; annual programme published at manipurtourism.gov.in
Shirui Lily Festival State tribal-cultural festival with craft and handloom exhibition · Dept of Tourism, Govt of Manipur; Ukhrul District Administration	Annual, May (5th edition: 20–24 May 2025)	Ukhrul district (Shirui Village, TNL Ground Phangrei, Bakshi Ground)	Longpi black pottery, Tangkhul Naga handloom shawls, tribal textiles with lily motifs, bamboo crafts, traditional weaving demonstration products, local jewellery	Walk-in; artisans from Ukhrul district display and sell directly; good sourcing access for Longpi pottery and Tangkhul weaves; contact Ukhrul District admin: ukhrul.nic.in
Ningol Mela (Ningol Handloom Fair) Handicraft fair / cultural mela · Craft Development Promoters Organization, Imphal	Annual, November (tied to Ningol Chakkouba festival, typically first week of November)	Imphal (Gandhi Memorial Hall)	Handloom textiles, traditional Meitei clothing, handicrafts, Manipuri delicacies	Walk-in public fair; open to buyers; 10-day event; contact Craft Development Promoters Organization, Imphal
Kut Festival / Chavang Kut Tribal harvest festival with embedded craft market · Kuki-Chin-Mizo tribal councils; Churachandpur District Administration	Annual, 1 November	Churachandpur	Kuki-Chin-Mizo hand-woven shawls, bamboo and cane handicrafts, traditional jewellery, handmade pottery, traditional musical instruments, tribal attire	Open public festival; buyers can visit craft stalls directly; Churachandpur is Manipur's second-largest town
Lui Ngai Ni Festival Naga tribal seed-sowing festival with cultural craft display · Dept of Tribal Affairs & Hills, Govt of Manipur; respective District Administrations	Annual, 15 February	Rotating among Ukhrul, Tamenglong, Senapati, Chandel (Naga district headquarters)	Naga tribal handloom shawls, ceremonial textiles (Mao, Tangkhul, Zeliangrong, Poumai, Rongmei motifs), bamboo crafts, tribal attire	Public festival; tribal artisans display and sell directly; buyers walk in; venue rotates annually
SARAS Aajeevika Mela (national; Manipur SHGs participate) National SHG craft fair / Aajeevika mela · Ministry of Rural Development, Govt of India (DAY-NRLM)	Annual; October–November edition at Leisure Valley Gurugram; November edition at IITF Bharat Mandapam Delhi	New Delhi / Gurugram (national venue); Manipur SHG members travel to exhibit	Kauna reed crafts (baskets, bags, mats, hats), water hyacinth products, handloom textiles from Thoubal and other Manipuri SHGs, tribal handicrafts	Walk-in for buyers; resellers can meet Manipur SHG sellers directly at stalls; NRLM state mission contact for advance coordination: manipurmission@gmail.com
District-Level Handloom Exhibitions (multiple districts) District handloom exhibition · Directorate of Handlooms & Textiles, Govt of Manipur; respective district offices	Periodic, typically August–September (tied to National Handloom Day, 7 August) and pre-Sangai season	Imphal East, Bishnupur, Thoubal, Churachandpur (rotates)	Locally woven silk and cotton textiles, Moirang Phee, Wangkhei Phee, Shaphee Lanphee, tribal shawls, bamboo/cane products specific to each district	Walk-in public; weavers sell directly; contact Directorate at +91-385-2410687

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Manipur Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd (MHHDCL) / Panthoibi Emporium	Government corporation that aggregates handloom textiles and handicrafts from ~300,000 artisans and weavers across Manipur; operates Panthoibi Emporium retail outlets and an Amazon.in store (Amazon Karigar program)	Wholesale/bulk procurement possible via direct contact; Governor Road, Imphal-795001; ph 23360917; also via amazon.in (seller ID A1LSPA078V66UA); contact MHHDCL for institutional/export procurement; Justdial listing: Paona Bazar, Imphal-795004
Manipur Apex Handloom Weavers & Handicrafts Artisans Co-operative Society Ltd (AWAS)	Apex cooperative aggregating handloom bed sheets, stoles, traditional phaneks, eco-friendly bamboo products, wood carvings, cane work from women weavers across the state	Contact for wholesale inquiry: manipur.apex2018@gmail.com, ph 0385-2450340; Head Office: Paona Bazar, Imphal; no published MOQ — negotiate directly
ODESH Crafts (Organisation for Development of Economic and Self Help)	Producer organisation of 150+ Kauna reed craft artisans (60 highly skilled) in Thoubal district; supplies Kauna bags, baskets, mats, trays, wallets — Manipur ODOP craft	B2B wholesale available via odeshcraft.com; 150 artisan network with producer organisation structure; Thoubal district base; approach via website contact form for bulk pricing
Ecoingreen (Kauna Craft Manufacturer/Wholesaler, Thoubal)	Manufacturer and wholesaler of Kauna and Manipur handicraft products made by local Thoubal artisans	Listed on IndiaMart for wholesale; address: 86, Salman Sheikh, Kaleikhong Mathak Lilong Turel Ahanbi, Thoubal-795130, Manipur; contact via indiamart.com for pricing and MOQ
Manipur State Handloom Weavers Co-operative Society (MSHWCS)	Apex handloom cooperative playing a pivotal role in the co-operative development of handlooms and handicrafts in Manipur; aggregates production from weaver societies statewide	Contact via Directorate of Handlooms & Textiles, Lamphelpat, Imphal West; ph +91-385-2410687; for bulk procurement of handloom textiles from co-operative weavers
NEHHDC — North Eastern Handicrafts & Handlooms Development Corporation	Central government corporation procuring Manipuri silk sarees, Kauna bags, bell metal bowls, cane/bamboo items, gold-plated jewellery, straw/clay dolls from Manipur artisans; retails via Purbashree Emporium chain	Retail via purbashree.com; corporate office: NEHHDC Craft Promotion Centre, Garchuk Pamohi Road, Guwahati-781035; registered office: C/O Purbashree Emporium, Police Bazar, Shillong-793001; ph 0364-2224477; approach for B2B/export supply
Mekola Society (32 SHGs, 307 women weavers including Leima SHG)	Large women weaver collective in Manipur, registered under Manipur Cooperative Society Registration Act 1976; produces handloom textiles	Approach via DAY-NRLM Manipur State Mission or Directorate of Handlooms & Textiles for linkage to this and similar SHG federations
TRIFED / Tribes India (Manipur tribal crafts)	Ministry of Tribal Affairs corporation procuring Longpi black pottery, Naga shawls, bamboo-cane crafts, tribal jewellery, natural fibre products from Manipur tribal communities; sells via Tribes India retail and online	B2B inquiry: TRIFED Regional Office Guwahati, ph 9435113186, trifedroguwahati@gmail.com; empanelment as institutional buyer possible; tribesindia.com for product catalogue
Ima Keithel (Khwairamband Keithel) — Women's Market, Imphal	Asia's largest all-women market (~4,000+ women traders); Phouoibi Ima Keithel wing specialises in handloom — phaneks, sarees, Innaphi, Rani Phee, bamboo crafts, religious objects; weavers sell direct	No formal wholesale desk; walk-in buyer; negotiate directly with individual vendors; best for sampling, sourcing direct from producers; open daily, central Imphal
Pabung Shopping (pabung.com)	Online Manipur handloom and handicraft aggregator supplying traditional phees, phaneks, shawls, tribal textiles	Online wholesale inquiry via pabung.com; lists Manipur handloom collections; suitable for international resellers needing online procurement
Eyongkart (eyongkart.com)	Manipur-based e-commerce platform selling Rani Phee, Wangkhei Phee, GI-tagged handloom products, traditional phaneks	Online procurement at eyongkart.com; approach for wholesale/bulk order pricing on GI-tagged textiles

Craft clusters

GI-tagged Handloom Textiles (Wangkhei Phee, Moirang Phee, Shaphee Lanphee) — Wangkhei, Moirang (Bishnupur district), Imphal West GI: Wangkhei Phee (GI 371), Moirang Phee (GI 372), Shaphee Lanphee (GI 373)
Longpi (Nungbi) Black Pottery — serpentine stone + brown clay cookware and tableware without potter's wheel — Longpi Khullen and Longpi Kajui villages, Ukhrul district
Kauna Reed / Water Reed Craft — baskets, bags, mats, trays, wallets (ODOP product of Thoubal) — Thoubal district (Khangabok village cluster) GI: ODOP designated (not GI-tagged)
Silk and Cotton Handloom — Meitei Phanek, Rani Phee, Innaphi shawls, Loin-loom silk — Wangkhei, Bamon Kampu, Kongba, Khongman, Utlou (Imphal valley)
Tangkhul Naga Tribal Handloom — ceremonial shawls, backstrap-loom cotton and silk weaves — Ukhrul district
Zeliangrong Naga Handloom — phaneks, shawls, gamchas, ceremonial textiles — Tamenglong district
Kuki-Chin-Mizo Tribal Weaving and Bamboo Crafts — shawls, cane furniture, baskets — Churachandpur district
Bamboo and Cane Products — sofa sets, mats, murhas (stools), basketry, decorative items — Churachandpur, Jiribam, Tamenglong, Imphal districts
Bell Metal Crafts — bowls, utensils (Tharo), traditional implements — Imphal valley (Meitei artisan communities)
Mega Handloom Cluster (government-designated production hub for valley weavers) — Nongpok Kakching village, Imphal East district (Mirabai Chanu's native village)

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Directorate of Handlooms & Textiles, Govt of Manipur (dhtmanipur.mn.gov.in) — Apex state body implementing all handloom/handicraft development schemes (NHDP, Loom Upgradation, MEETAC, Mega Handloom Cluster, MANITEX expo); primary point of contact for institutional procurement, artisan linkage, GI-product sourcing; ph +91-385-2410687, support@dhtmanipur.com, Directorate Complex, Lamphelpat, Imphal West
Manipur Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd (MHHDCL) — State government enterprise that procures from artisans and weavers, distributes yarn, runs Panthoibi Emporium retail, operates Amazon Karigar store, organises state handloom expos; primary wholesale procurement agency for Manipur handloom products
MEETAC — Mission for Economic Empowerment of Traditional Artisans & Craftsmen — Manipur Govt scheme supporting traditional artisan clusters, GI-tag management (registered Shaphee Lanphee, Moirang Phee, Wangkhei Phee GI tags), cluster development; meetac.mn.gov.in
Mega Handloom Cluster — Nongpok Kakching, Imphal East (imphaleastmegahandloomcluster.com) — Central-govt-funded Rs 30 crore cluster (only one in Manipur) focused on weaver welfare, skill development, value addition, packaging, design, brand imaging; gateway for sourcing valley handloom at organised cluster level
Dept of Tribal Affairs & Hills, Govt of Manipur (dtahills.mn.gov.in) — Manages tribal artisan welfare and cultural festivals (Lui Ngai Ni, Kut etc.); coordinates craft clusters in hill districts (Ukhrul, Tamenglong, Churachandpur, Senapati, Chandel)
Manipur Tourism Department — Organises Sangai Festival (Nov 21–30) and Shirui Lily Festival (May); manages craft stall bookings at these fairs via sangaistall.in and manipurtourism.gov.in
NEHHDC — North Eastern Handicrafts & Handlooms Development Corporation (nehhdc.com) — Central government NE-region corporation procuring and marketing Manipur crafts through Purbashree Emporium chain (Shillong, Guwahati, Kolkata, New Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai); good channel for export-scale procurement
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India (handicrafts.nic.in) — Central govt body sponsoring state handloom expos in Manipur; runs National Handloom Day events; registers artisans for national-level fairs (IITF); contact for artisan database and empanelment
TRIFED / Ministry of Tribal Affairs (trifed.tribal.gov.in) — Procures tribal crafts from Manipur (Longpi pottery, Naga shawls, bamboo-cane crafts) under Van Dhan Vikas Kendras and PMVDY; supplies via Tribes India retail chain; B2B sourcing possible via Guwahati regional office

Meghalaya

Meghalaya is a premier northeast India sourcing hub for GI-tagged Eri (Ryndia) silk, Larnai black clay pottery, Garo Dakmanda textiles, and cane/bamboo crafts — all backed by a state corporation, a NEHHDC emporium, and a growing export-ready retail layer through Meghalayan Age Ltd and Muezart.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
23rd International Shillong Trade Fair Inter-regional trade fair · India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), Ministry of Commerce, in collaboration with Government of Meghalaya	Annual; typically March–April (2025 edition confirmed March/April 2025)	Shillong	Handicrafts, handlooms, woodcarving, pottery, organic/horticulture products, processed foods, textiles, leather, electronics, tourism; Meghalaya artisans have dedicated stalls	Stall booking via ITPO portal (indiatradefair.com / booking.indiatradefair.com); buyer walk-in tickets available; B2B networking sessions held for MSME buyers and exporters
East Himalayan Trade Fair (EHTF) Trade fair / MSME expo · India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) with Ministry of MSME and participating state governments	Annual; typically January or April (15th edition: January 22–28, 2026, Guwahati; prior Shillong editions in April)	Shillong (historically; 2022 at SRGT Polo Ground Shillong; 2026 edition shifted to Guwahati)	Northeast MSME products including handicrafts, handlooms, bamboo/cane crafts, food processing, agro products, textiles, furniture	Stall booking via ITPO (itpo.gov.in/east-himalyan); B2B buyer registration; walk-in to meet sellers; contact ITPO Guwahati regional office
NIFT Shillong Craft Bazaar Craft bazaar / artisan expo · National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Shillong campus	Annual; typically March (2025 edition: March 25–27, 2025; 2026 edition: March 11–13, 2026)	Shillong (State Central Library venue)	Northeast handloom textiles, Larnai pottery, cane and bamboo crafts, Eri silk weaving, traditional beaded jewellery, water hyacinth craft, indigenous musical instruments, wood carving	Walk-in; free public access; buyers meet artisans directly at stalls; NIFT facilitates B2B introductions — contact nift.ac.in/shillong for advance artisan coordination
Meghalaya SARAS Aajeevika Fair (State edition) SARAS / SHG craft mela · Meghalaya State Rural Livelihoods Society (MSRLS), Dhan Kheti Law College Road, Shillong	Annual; typically November–December (6th edition: November/December 2025)	Shillong (U Soso Tham Auditorium and adjacent venues)	Handmade crafts, handloom textiles, bamboo and cane products, soaps, traditional food items, indigenous knitted and woven items; all produced by women SHGs	SHG stall expressions of interest via msrls.nic.in (EOI portal); buyer walk-in free; bulk purchase negotiations directly with SHG stall holders; contact MSRLS at msrls.nic.in
SARAS Aajeevika Mela (National edition — Meghalaya SHGs participate) National SARAS mela · Ministry of Rural Development / DAY-NRLM through state SRLM nodal agencies	Annual; typically February (2026 edition: February 2026)	Gurugram / Delhi (national rotating venue; 2026 edition Gurugram)	Meghalaya SHG crafts including Garo textiles, bamboo handicrafts, handwoven items, traditional jewellery alongside other states	SHG participation nominated by MSRLS; buyer/reseller walk-in at venue; contact MSRLS Shillong for linkage to Meghalaya SHG sellers who attend
Wangala Festival (100 Drums Festival) Tribal harvest festival with craft bazaar · Garo community organisations with support from Government of Meghalaya / Meghalaya Tourism	Annual; November (2025 edition: November 5–8, 2025)	Asanang / Tura, West Garo Hills (primary venue alternates)	Garo textiles (Dakmanda), wooden crafts, handmade jewellery, traditional cane and bamboo baskets, ethnic clothing	Open walk-in; artisans sell directly at festival stalls; buyers meet Garo weavers and woodcraft makers in person; no formal stall booking for buyers — approach artisans directly
Nongkrem Festival (Khasi harvest festival) Tribal religious festival with local craft market · Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council / Syiem of Hima Khyrim	Annual; November (5-day festival, typically first or second week of November)	Smit, East Khasi Hills (~11 km from Shillong)	Khasi handloom textiles, traditional silver jewellery, bamboo crafts, local food products	Open walk-in; local artisan stalls on festival periphery; buyers meet Khasi weavers and silversmiths directly; no advance booking required
Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival Cultural/music festival with craft and artisan expo · Government of Meghalaya / Meghalaya Tourism	Annual; November 14–15 (2025 edition: November 14–15, 2025)	Shillong (Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Polo Grounds)	Cane and bamboo crafts, handwoven shawls, traditional pottery, beaded accessories, indigenous jewellery, handmade local food and beverage products	Paid entry to festival grounds; craft stalls are walk-in within festival; artisan workshops allow direct buyer interaction; meghalayatourism.in for event pass
Winter Tales Festival Cultural/sustainability festival with artisanal market · Government of Meghalaya / Meghalaya Tourism (Autumn Calendar flagship event)	Annual; December 11–13 (2025 edition: December 11–13, 2025)	Shillong (Ward's Lake)	Handwoven textiles, cane and bamboo crafts, wooden sculptures, Larnai-style pottery, locally produced brews, organic food products; stalls by PRIME Rural startups and Meghalaya Collectives	Walk-in; artisanal market open to public; buyers engage directly with PRIME Rural and SHG stalls; contact wintertales.in or meghalayatourism.in for advance coordination
Me·gong Festival Tribal cultural festival with craft component · Government of Meghalaya / Meghalaya Tourism	Annual; November 28–29 (2025 edition)	Songsak, East Garo Hills	Garo indigenous crafts, traditional food, textiles, bamboo products, indigenous music instruments	Walk-in; open public event; buyers interact directly with Garo artisans; contact Meghalaya Tourism (meghalayatourism.in)
India International Trade Fair (IITF) — Meghalaya Pavilion National trade fair / state pavilion · ITPO; Meghalaya delegation coordinated by Directorate of Commerce & Industries, Government of Meghalaya	Annual; November 14–27 (2025 edition; Meghalaya sends delegation every year)	New Delhi (Pragati Maidan / Bharat Mandapam)	Meghalaya handicrafts, handloom, woodcarving, pottery, Eri silk, Lakadong turmeric, spices, processed foods — curated delegation of 42+ entrepreneurs	Buyer passes via ITPO (itpo.gov.in); stall booking via booking.indiatradefair.com opens ~3 months prior; Meghalaya sellers accessible at state pavilion; B2B buyer days during first week (Nov 14–19)

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Meghalaya Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd (MHHDC)	State corporation aggregating handloom textiles, bamboo/cane crafts, woodcarving, pottery, agro-based products from artisans across Meghalaya; runs 'Abode of Crafts' emporium at Khadi Plaza Barik Shillong; also has outlets at MTC Building Jail Road Shillong, ES EF Mall GS Road Shillong, ISBT Mawiong Shillong, and Commercial Annex Meghalaya House Russell Street Kolkata	Direct wholesale / bulk procurement possible — visit meghhdc.co.in; approach corporate office for institutional orders; e-catalogue for artisan products launched; contact via meghhdc.co.in; phone via Justdial listing: Police Bazar Shillong
NEHHDC — North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation (Purbashree Emporium, Shillong)	Central govt enterprise promoting Northeast crafts; operates Purbashree Emporium at Police Bazar, Shillong — stocks Eri silk wear, wooden products, green bamboo baskets, regional handicraft items; runs Purbashree online platform (purbashree.com)	Institutional and bulk purchase from Purbashree Emporium Police Bazar Shillong 793001; phone/fax 0364-2224477; online at purbashree.com; also via corporate office at NEHHDC Garchuk Pamohi Road Guwahati 781035; resellers contact for wholesale supply
Meghalayan Age Ltd — The Store	State-owned company (Govt of Meghalaya) curating Meghalaya artisanal products: Eri silk stoles/apparel, Lakadong turmeric, black clay pottery, bamboo products, traditional food; retail at Gallery 9 Rajiv Gandhi Handicrafts Bhawan Connaught Place New Delhi; warehouse in Shillong; also exports (supplied 300 Ryndia silk stoles to Indian High Commission Singapore)	B2B / corporate gifting programme available; contact support@themeghalayanage.com or care@themeghalayanage.com; WhatsApp +919310592318; visit themeghalayanage.store; no published MOQ — negotiate directly for wholesale
Muezart (Muezart India)	Shillong-based manufacturer and exporter of Eri silk yarns, fibres, and apparel; naturally dyed; ISEPC registered; sells globally via muezart.com and muezart.in; physical campus at Mawlai Block-1 Umshing-Mawkynroh Shillong 793022	Formal wholesale programme: 50% discount on orders above $300 (USD) minimum using code MUEZART50; contact support@muezart.in or +91 6009880053 Mon–Sat 9am–6pm; fill wholesale inquiry form on muezart.com/pages/contact-us; ships internationally
Meghalaya State Rural Livelihoods Society (MSRLS) — SHG network	Nodal agency for DAY-NRLM in Meghalaya; manages 55,000+ SHGs producing handicrafts, bamboo/cane products, handloom textiles, soaps, organic produce; organises annual SARAS Aajeevika Fair in Shillong; provides market linkages for SHG products	Bulk buyers can be linked to specific SHGs through MSRLS; Expression of Interest portal for SARAS fair at msrls.nic.in/expression-interest-saras-fair-msrls; office: Monfort Building Dhankheti Law College Road Shillong; website msrls.nic.in
Women's Cane and Bamboo Industrial Cooperative Society (Shillong / East Khasi Hills)	26-member women's cooperative making cane and bamboo crafts; has sold to handicraft shops at Police Bazaar Shillong and has bulk-deal history with traders from Kolkata	Contact via MHHDC or East Khasi Hills District Industries Centre (DIC) Shillong for linkage; no standalone website; direct approach at Police Bazaar artisan market
Kiniho Store	Retail outlet in Laitumkhrah, Shillong stocking Eri silk products and Meghalaya craft items from local weavers	Walk-in at Laitumkhrah Shillong; sourcing contact for Eri silk wholesale — approach in-store for bulk pricing
Meghalaya House Emporium (Delhi)	State emporium at Meghalaya House, 9 Aurangzeb Road, New Delhi; sells Meghalaya handicrafts, handlooms, food products to buyers nationwide	Walk-in or contact via meghalayahousedelhi.nic.in; institutional procurement by appointment; also has Kolkata outlet at Commercial Annex Russell Street managed by MHHDC

Craft clusters

Eri (Ryndia) Silk weaving — Ahimsa silk, naturally dyed stoles, shawls, fabric — Umden-Diwon village, Ri-Bhoi District (designated Eri Silk Village); also East Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills GI: Ryndia (Eri Silk of Meghalaya) — GI tag 2019
Garo Dakmanda textile — traditional wraparound skirt woven from long-staple khidig cotton — Garo Hills (West Garo Hills, East Garo Hills) GI: Garo Dakmanda — GI tag 2024
Larnai (Lyrnai) black clay pottery — hand-formed without wheel, earthen pots and decorative items — Larnai village, West Jaintia Hills (~58 km from Shillong) GI: Larnai Pottery — GI tag 2024
Cane and bamboo craft — baskets, furniture, mats, trays, decorative items — Umroi / Ri-Bhoi District; East Khasi Hills (Police Bazaar artisan belt, Shillong)
Khasi handwoven shawls and wraps — bold border cotton/eri shawls with clan-identity patterns — East Khasi Hills, Shillong area GI: Covered under Meghalaya GI textile umbrella 2019
Jaintia handloom textiles — bright striped patterns, nature-inspired motifs — Jaintia Hills (East Jaintia Hills District, Jowai) GI: Part of Meghalaya GI textiles 2019
Pineapple fibre articles — nets, bags, purses from pineapple leaf fibre — Garo Hills (specialty of Garo tribal artisans)
Woodcarving — decorative panels, household items, furniture (Garo hills tradition) — West Garo Hills (Tura area)
Traditional Khasi silver jewellery and beadwork — Shillong, East Khasi Hills

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Meghalaya Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd (MHHDC) — meghhdc.co.in — Primary state body for artisan skill development, procurement, marketing, and wholesale supply of Meghalaya handicrafts; operates multiple emporia; runs e-catalogue for rural artisans; key procurement partner for institutional/bulk resellers
NEHHDC (North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation) — nehhdc.com, Purbashree Emporium Police Bazar Shillong 0364-2224477 — Central govt enterprise; aggregates and retails Northeast crafts including Meghalaya Eri silk, bamboo, wood; runs Purbashree online store; provides capacity building, skill development, and institutional sales networking for Northeast artisans
Meghalayan Age Ltd — themeghalayanage.com — State-owned enterprise (Govt of Meghalaya) curating and marketing Meghalaya artisanal products nationally and for export; manages The Store in New Delhi Connaught Place; facilitates corporate gifting, international supply, and brand promotion for GI-tagged products
Meghalaya State Rural Livelihoods Society (MSRLS) — msrls.nic.in — Nodal agency for DAY-NRLM/NRLM; manages 55,000+ SHGs; organises SARAS Aajeevika Fair; provides market linkages, micro-loans, Micro ATMs and cold-chain for artisan SHGs; gateway for bulk buyers to access SHG-produced crafts
Department of Sericulture and Weaving, Government of Meghalaya — megseriloom.gov.in — Governs Eri silk and handloom policy; supports Ryndia GI tag enforcement; coordinates cluster development at Umden-Diwon Ri-Bhoi; partner for sericulture procurement and export facilitation
Department of Co-operation, Government of Meghalaya — megcooperation.gov.in — Oversees Meghalaya Apex Handloom Weavers Cooperative and Handicraft Federation Ltd; provides NCDC share capital to craft cooperatives; contact Registrar of Cooperative Societies for bulk co-op procurement
NIFT Shillong — nift.ac.in/shillong — Design intervention partner for Northeast craft clusters; organises annual Craft Bazaar exposing artisans to urban buyers; runs DIRC (Design Innovation Resource Centre) at Umden-Diwon Eri Silk Village; conducts GI Authorised User workshops in collaboration with NHDC
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles — handicrafts.nic.in — Central govt schemes for artisan welfare, GI promotion, and craft cluster support; registers Meghalaya craft clusters; provides Ambedkar Hastshilp Vikas Yojana scheme funds; gateway for national-level exporter accreditation

Mizoram

Mizoram is a compact but rich sourcing state for GI-tagged handloom textiles (Puan, Pawndum, Tawlhlohpuan, Hmaram, Puanchei), bamboo-cane craft, and tribal jewelry, with the Thenzawl cluster as the handloom capital and ZOHANDCO plus MAHCO as the primary institutional entry points for resellers.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Chapchar Kut Handloom, Textile & Handicraft Exhibition Tribal festival craft-selling expo · Chapchar Kut Organising Committee, Government of Mizoram; Commerce Minister chairs; Development Commissioner (Handloom), Ministry of Textiles provides marketing assistance	March, annual — runs approximately 5 days during Chapchar Kut week (e.g. March 9–13, 2026)	Aizawl (Lammual Tlang venue)	Handloom and woven textiles (68 stalls in 2026), handicrafts (15 stalls), food processing products (12 stalls), PM Vishwakarma scheme goods; generated Rs 128 lakh in sales in 2025 edition	Walk-in public sale at stalls; stall booking through Mizoram Commerce & Industries Department (industries.mizoram.gov.in); contact organising committee via DIPR Mizoram (dipr.mizoram.gov.in)
Hathkargha Mela / State Handloom Exhibition Handloom expo / mela · Directorate of Handloom & Textile, Government of Mizoram; sponsored by Development Commissioner for Handloom, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India	August, annual — held to coincide with National Handloom Day (7 August); ran August 1–14 in 2024 with 60 stalls	Aizawl (Millennium Centre Rooftop Exhibition Hall in 2024)	Traditional Mizo handloom textiles, Puan varieties, GI-tagged fabrics, handloom accessories	Walk-in for buyers; stall bookings through Directorate of Handloom & Textile, Aizawl; contact via industries.mizoram.gov.in
Aizawl Special Handloom Expo Handloom expo · ZOHANDCO (Mizoram Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd), sponsored by Development Commissioner for Handloom, Ministry of Textiles	December (held December 2019; recurring pattern around year-end)	Aizawl (Zarkawt Recreation Centre)	Traditional Mizo handloom textiles, Puan, shawls, handicrafts; approximately 30 stalls	Walk-in purchase; contact ZOHANDCO at Chaltlang, Aizawl 796012 for stall enquiry or bulk sourcing
Anthurium Festival – Handloom & Handicraft Exhibition cum Sale Horticultural and cultural festival with craft sale · Mizoram Tourism Department	September–October, annual; 3 days	Reiek (Tourist Resort, ~1 hour from Aizawl)	Handloom textiles, handicrafts, bamboo-cane craft, tribal jewelry, anthurium flowers, ethnic food; buyers can purchase directly from artisan stalls	Walk-in; stall bookings and enquiries through Mizoram Tourism Department (tourism.mizoram.gov.in)
Thalfavang Kut (Winter Festival) – Handicraft Exhibition Tribal harvest festival with craft-selling component · Department of Tourism, Government of Mizoram	November, annual; 3 days	Tuirial Airfield (21 km from Aizawl)	Handloom textiles, bamboo-cane handicrafts, antique jewelry, traditional Mizo garments, local food; artisan stalls across festival grounds	Walk-in for buyers; contact Mizoram Tourism Department for stall booking enquiries
District Handloom Fair (Mamit) District handloom mela · Development Commissioner for Handloom (Ministry of Textile, GoI) and MAHCO (Mizoram Apex Handloom & Handicraft Co-operative Society Ltd)	March (typically timed to National Handloom Day or Chapchar Kut season)	Mamit (Siamliana Hall)	Traditional handloom fabrics — plain and patterned puan, handloom textiles from Thenzawl and surrounding weavers; 5+ stall holders including TL Handloom, Thenzawl PP Commercial	Walk-in purchase; contact MAHCO via Office of Registrar of Cooperative Societies, Aizawl for bulk sourcing from participating stalls
District Handloom Fair (Lawngtlai) District handloom mela · MAHCO (Mizoram Apex Handloom & Handicraft Cooperative Society Ltd)	October, annual (October 7–9 pattern)	Lawngtlai (Lawngtlai Press Club area)	Traditional handloom puan textiles from Mizoram's southern weavers; artisans from across the state exhibit	Walk-in; MAHCO coordinates stall placement — contact MAHCO MD via Registrar of Cooperative Societies, Government of Mizoram (coop.mizoram.gov.in)

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
ZOHANDCO — Mizoram Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd	State government corporation aggregating handloom textiles (GI Puan, Pawndum, Tawlhlohpuan), bamboo-cane craft, tribal jewelry from artisans across Mizoram; runs government emporium	Walk-in retail at Luangmual Handicrafts Centre, ZOHANDCO Building, Chaltlang, Aizawl 796012; for bulk/wholesale procurement write via industries.mizoram.gov.in or visit the Khathla, Aizawl 796001 office; organizes inter-state exhibitions — bulk buyers can approach during Chapchar Kut or Hathkargha Mela stalls
MAHCO — Mizoram Apex Handloom & Handicraft Cooperative Society Ltd	Apex cooperative (est. 1977) with 69 primary cooperative member societies and 76 individual weavers; sole NHDC Yarn Depot operator for Mizoram; coordinates district handloom fairs; aggregates finished handloom products from member primaries	Contact via Office of Registrar of Cooperative Societies, Government of Mizoram (coop.mizoram.gov.in); participates in handloom fairs in Aizawl and Guwahati — approach stalls at district fairs or submit bulk enquiry letter; no published MOQ but operates at institutional wholesale scale
NEHHDC / Purbashree Emporium	Central government NE region aggregator (Ministry of DoNER) procuring handloom and handicrafts from all 8 NE states including Mizoram; retails via Purbashree emporia in Shillong, Guwahati, Kolkata, New Delhi, Bengaluru, and Chennai; online at purbashree.com	Institutional/wholesale procurement: contact NEHHDC Corporate Office, Craft Promotion Center, Garchuk, Pamohi Road, Guwahati 781035; Registered Office: C/O Purbashree Emporium, Police Bazar, Shillong 793001, Phone: 0364-2224477; email/social @nehhdc_official
Engmawi Handloom Industry	Private handloom unit in Aizawl producing Mizo shawls (Puan Chei), Puanropui shawls, and handloom textiles; listed on IndiaMART	Contact J Vanlaltluanga via IndiaMART listing (indiamart.com/engmawi-handloom-industry); wholesale/bulk terms on direct enquiry; located at Ramhlun South, Aizawl, Mizoram
Dawli Handloom & Handicraft	Private handloom and handicraft producer/seller in Aizawl	Located at F-46, Hranthanga Colony, Lower Chanmari, Aizawl, Mizoram 796007; online presence via onlinemizoram.com/store/dawlihnamte; contact for wholesale pricing directly
Thenzawl Handloom Cluster — individual master weavers and micro-enterprises	205 micro handloom enterprises (98% women-owned) in Thenzawl producing traditional GI-tagged Puan textiles; products supply Aizawl and Lunglei markets and export nationally	No single aggregator; approach via WSC (Weavers Service Centre) Aizawl or ZOHANDCO/MAHCO who liaise with Thenzawl weavers; physical visit to Thenzawl (43 km from Aizawl on Aizawl-Lunglei highway) enables direct master weaver contact; Thenzawl PP Commercial participates in district fairs

Craft clusters

Handloom weaving — Puan, Puanchei, Pawndum, Tawlhlohpuan, Hmaram, Zakuolaisen — Thenzawl, Serchhip District GI: Mizo Puanchei, Pawndum, Tawlhlohpuan, Hmaram — all GI-tagged
Handloom weaving — Puan varieties, shawls, garments — Aizawl (Chaltlang, Ramhlun South, Luangmual) GI: Mizo Puanchei (GI)
Bamboo and cane handicrafts — baskets, mats, hats, lampshades, flower vases, furniture, wall hangings — Aizawl, Lunglei, Chimptuipui (Saiha) — Handicraft Centres in all three districts
Carpentry / teak wood furniture and decorative items — Baktawng (Chhuanthar Tlangnuam), Serchhip District
Pottery — aluminum cookware (Bel/Dekchi cooking pans 3–120 litres) — Chhuanthar Tlangnuam, Serchhip District
Tribal beadwork and bamboo jewelry — necklaces, bracelets, earrings — Aizawl
Mizo Chili (bird's eye chili) — agri-product, internationally exported — Statewide GI: Mizo Chili (GI-tagged)

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

ZOHANDCO (Zoram Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd), Commerce & Industries Department, Government of Mizoram — industries.mizoram.gov.in/page/zohandco — State government undertaking (est. 1988): provides capital, credit, technical and managerial support to artisans; runs government emporium at Chaltlang, Aizawl; organizes special handloom expos; procures and markets GI-tagged textiles and bamboo-cane crafts; entry point for institutional procurement
Directorate of Handloom & Textile, Government of Mizoram — under Commerce & Industries Dept — Organizes National Handloom Day Hathkargha Mela (August), State Handloom Exhibition; manages skill development schemes (Integrated Handloom Development Scheme); coordinates Handloom Mark Scheme; announced Mizo Handloom Design Studio and Puan Skill Development Program in 2025
NEHHDC (North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation), Ministry of DoNER, Government of India — nehhdc.com — Central regional body aggregating Mizoram crafts for sale at Purbashree emporia (6 cities) and online; signed MoU with Directorate of Industries & Commerce, Mizoram (March 2026); provides institutional wholesale channel for resellers outside NE India
Development Commissioner (Handloom), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India — handlooms.nic.in — Sponsors district handloom fairs and special expos in Mizoram; runs Weavers Service Centre (WSC) Aizawl supporting Thenzawl cluster; funds GI Authorized User workshops (October 2025); MoU with NHDC for Mizoram handloom development
Office of the Registrar of Cooperative Societies, Government of Mizoram — coop.mizoram.gov.in — Oversees MAHCO and 69 primary handloom cooperative societies; gateway for reaching the cooperative network for bulk handloom procurement and reseller partnerships
InvestMizoram / Investment Promotion Cell — invest.mizoram.gov.in — Facilitates investment and sourcing partnerships in handicraft and cottage industries; handles investment intent forms; connects buyers with government incentives for export-oriented craft sourcing
Department of Tourism, Government of Mizoram — tourism.mizoram.gov.in — Organizes Anthurium Festival (Sep–Oct, Reiek) and Thalfavang Kut / Winter Festival (November, Tuirial Airfield) — both feature handloom and handicraft exhibition-cum-sale stalls; stall booking gateway for craft sellers at these fairs

Nagaland

Nagaland is a tribal-handloom-first sourcing state where every major tribe weaves a distinct GI-recognised shawl pattern, bamboo-cane baskets and woodcarvings are produced at village scale, and the government supply chain runs through NHHDC (Dimapur HQ + seven emporiums) and WEAFED cooperative federation — with the Hornbill Festival in December being the single largest concentrated buyer-access event in the Northeast.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Hornbill Festival – Craft Bazaar at Kisama Tribal cultural festival with integrated craft bazaar · Department of Tourism & Art & Culture, Government of Nagaland	December 1–10, annual	Kisama Heritage Village, near Kohima	Handwoven tribal shawls from all 16 Naga tribes, bamboo and cane baskets, beaded jewellery, woodcarvings, sculptures, tribal pottery, traditional food products	Walk-in gate entry (INR 20–100/day pass); stall booking and vendor registration via hornbillfestival.com or contact Nagaland Tourism Dept Kohima; resellers can walk the stalls, negotiate directly with artisan stall holders and place bulk orders on the spot
State Handloom Expo – Urban Haat Dimapur (Hathkargha Mela) State handloom expo · Nagaland Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. (NHHDC), sponsored by DC Handlooms, Ministry of Textiles	November (2025 edition: Nov 12–24); held annually	Dimapur	Handloom fabrics, Naga tribal shawls, khadi products, handicrafts from Nagaland, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh	Open to buyers; walk in to the Urban Haat venue; NHHDC invites participants/exhibitors via public notice — contact NHHDC Project Cell, Half Nagarjan, Dimapur to register as buyer or stall participant
State Handloom Expo – Kohima (Hathkargha Mela) Handloom expo / craft mela · Nagaland Apex Weavers & Artisans Cooperative Federation (WEAFED) Ltd., Dimapur, sponsored by DC Handlooms, Ministry of Textiles	July–August (2025 edition: July 8–21); annual rotating venue	Kohima (Gorkha Public Panchayat Hall, Chandmari)	Handloom textiles, Naga shawls, artisan-made woven bags, stoles, mufflers	Open walk-in market; 60 exhibitor stalls from Nagaland and Assam; resellers can buy directly from weavers; contact WEAFED Ltd., opposite Fire Brigade, Dimapur for bulk sourcing or future stall enquiry
State Handloom Expo – Zunheboto (Hathkargha Mela) District-level handloom expo · WEAFED Ltd., Dimapur, sponsored by DC Handlooms, Ministry of Textiles	February–March (2024 edition: March 10–23); rotates annually between districts	Zunheboto (Zunheboto Cultural Hall)	Sumi and other tribal handloom shawls, woven textiles, handicrafts from Nagaland, Manipur, Assam	Open to buyers; 60 stalls; walk in during expo dates; contact WEAFED for stall booking or bulk purchase leads
NHHDC National Handloom Expo – New Delhi National handloom trade expo · Nagaland Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. (NHHDC)	February (2025 edition: Feb 6–19); annual	New Delhi (Handloom Haat, Janpath)	Naga tribal shawls, handloom garments, Nagaland handicrafts including bamboo, cane, woodcarving products	80 stalls; open to all buyers including resellers and wholesale buyers; contact NHHDC Project Cell, Half Nagarjan, Dimapur or Nagaland House, New Delhi for stall and buyer registration
Tribal Art & Crafts Mela (Janjatiya Gaurav Divas) Tribal craft mela · Tribal Research Institute (TRI) Nagaland & Tribal Affairs Department, Government of Nagaland	November 15–20, annual (tied to Janjatiya Gaurav Divas, Nov 15)	Kohima (Gorkha Community Panchayat Hall, Chandmari)	Tribal handicrafts, handloom products, traditional ornaments, bamboo and cane items from all districts of Nagaland — 17 SHGs participating	Open walk-in; artisans from all districts under SHGs sell directly; contact TRI Nagaland or Tribal Affairs Dept, Kohima; phone (0370) 2271492
NHHDC Handloom Exhibition – Kohima (National Handloom Day) Handloom exhibition · Nagaland Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. (NHHDC), Department of Industries & Commerce	August–September (2025 edition: Sept 10–23); annual around National Handloom Day (Aug 7)	Kohima	Handloom textiles, Naga shawls, weaving demonstrations and sales	Open to public buyers; contact NHHDC Dimapur or Dept of Industries & Commerce, Nagaland for stall and wholesale enquiry
SARAS Aajeevika Mela (National – Nagaland SHG participation) National SARAS craft mela · Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India (via State Rural Livelihood Mission – SRLM Nagaland)	February (2026 edition: Feb 10–26, Leisure Valley Park, Gurugram); annual	Gurugram / New Delhi (national venue; Nagaland SHGs travel to participate)	Naga handloom shawls, tribal handicrafts, Northeast specialty foods, bamboo products	Free stalls for SHG artisans; buyers walk in free; resellers can meet Nagaland SHG sellers at the Nagaland state pavilion; contact SRLM Nagaland, Kohima, or NRLM portal (nrlm.gov.in) for participation

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Nagaland Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. (NHHDC)	State govt corporation; procures and markets tribal shawls, handloom textiles, bamboo-cane goods, woodcarvings from registered artisan production units across all districts; runs 7 emporiums (Kohima, Dimapur, Mokokchung, Tuensang, Phek, Delhi, Kolkata)	Wholesale procurement from registered production units; walk into any emporium for retail; for institutional/wholesale purchase contact: NHHDC Ltd., Half Nagarjan, Dimapur — 797112, Nagaland; website nhhdcltd.com; also supplies out-of-state via Delhi and Kolkata emporiums
Nagaland Apex Weavers & Artisans Cooperative Federation Ltd. (WEAFED)	Apex cooperative body (Reg. NL/01070, est. 1990) aggregating handloom and handicraft cooperatives statewide; procures raw materials for member societies and purchases finished products for resale at remunerative prices	Wholesale supply to affiliated cooperatives and institutional buyers; approach: WEAFED Office, opposite Fire Brigade, Dimapur; MD: Gwaruno Khing; register as institutional buyer or affiliate society; organises State Handloom Expo annually — easiest access point for bulk buyers
North Eastern Handicrafts & Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHHDC) – Purbashree Emporium	Central govt NE-region body; aggregates Nagaland's tribal shawls, jewellery, baskets, table runners; MoU signed with NHHDC for Nagaland supply; retails through Purbashree Emporia in Shillong, Guwahati, Kolkata, Delhi, Bengaluru and online at purbashree.com	Institutional/wholesale inquiries: NEHHDC Corporate Office, Craft Promotion Center, Garchuk, Pamohi Road, Guwahati-781035; phone 0364-2224477; email via nehhdc.com contact form; also sells on ONDC and their mobile app
Chakhesang Women Welfare Society (CWWS)	NGO and craft cooperative based in Pfutsero, Phek district; holds GI tag for 18 Chakhesang shawl and mekhela items; trains women weavers and sells GI-certified Chakhesang textiles	Direct wholesale/bulk sourcing possible; contact: cwws_org@rediffmail.com; website cwws.in; office at T.Chikri, Pfutsero, Phek district; JD listing in Phek (Justdial search Chakhesang Women Welfare Society Pfutsero)
Diezephe Craft Village (Craft Showroom Nagaland)	NHHDC-promoted artisan village 13km from Dimapur; ~500 Tenyimei community artisans making woodcarvings, bamboo-cane furniture, handloom garments, ornaments, jewellery, home decor — showrooms and live workshops on-site	Open to buyers; walk-in purchase and direct artisan negotiation year-round; contact NHHDC Dimapur for group/wholesale visits; best visited weekdays when workshops are active
iLandlo (iLandlo Services Pvt. Ltd.)	Nagaland-based e-commerce marketplace (est. 2013, Dimapur); aggregates Naga handloom shawls, tribal handicrafts, food products, accessories from NE artisans; ONDC-enabled; backed by North East Venture Fund	Seller registration available at ilandlo.com/pages/seller-registration; direct B2B partnership for sourcing — contact via ilandlo.com; founders Lipokjungla Ozukum and Imtisunup Longchar; for bulk/wholesale reach out via site contact form; dropship possible via ONDC integration
Made In Nagaland Center	Physical and online retail platform (opposite Nagaland Civil Secretariat, Kohima) promoting local entrepreneurs — Naga shawls, bamboo products, tribal jewellery, food products, cosmetics, books	Bulk/wholesale enquiry: phone +91 9362356143; email madeinnagalandstore@gmail.com; walk-in retail at Kohima store; no published MOQ — negotiate directly; also active on Instagram @madeinnagalandcentre
Save Handloom Foundation (Nagaland artisan partner)	National NGO supporting Nagaland GI-certified handloom clusters; wholesale and corporate gifting programs for Naga shawls (Ao, Lotha, Chakhesang, Angami, Zeliang, Sumi); custom handmade products available	Wholesale and corporate gifting: email support@savehandloom.org; phone +91 91 0950 0950; also sells via Amazon India, JioMart, Flipkart; custom orders accepted

Craft clusters

Tribal handloom shawls (Angami, Ao, Sumi, Lotha, Chakhesang, Zeliang, Sangtam, Phom, Chang, Konyak etc.) — Statewide — key hubs: Kohima (Angami), Mokokchung (Ao), Zunheboto (Sumi/Akhusa shawl), Wokha (Lotha Rongkhim), Phek (Chakhesang) GI: Chakhesang Shawl (GI registered); Naga Shawls broader GI 2008; 24 Nagaland products identified for further GI registration
Bamboo and cane basketry (Angami-style fine weave, Khiamngam lace-like baskets) — Khonoma village (Kohima district), Tuensang district, Dimapur (Diezephe Craft Village)
Woodcarving (morung posts, decorative panels, domestic items) — Mon district (Konyak tribe), Tuensang district (Wancho, Phom tribes) GI: Konyak woodcarving identified for GI registration
Pottery (hand-built, wheel-free coil method) — Tseminyu village (Rengma Naga area), Ungma village (Mokokchung district)
Traditional tribal jewellery and beadwork — Mokokchung (Ao), Mon (Konyak), Kohima (Angami); sold across Diezephe Craft Village and Hornbill Festival
Ao handloom textiles (Tsüngkotepsu warrior shawl) — Mokokchung district GI: Ao Naga Textiles GI-certified 2008
Metal craft / blacksmithery (dao blades, traditional tools, ornaments) — Angami areas, Kohima district; also Konyak territory near Mon
Naga organic food products (Naga King Chilli / Raja Mirchi, Naga tree tomato, Naga cucumber) — Statewide — Dimapur commercial hub; Phek district for Chakhesang area produce GI: Naga Mircha (GI); Naga Tree Tomato (GI); Naga Cucumber (GI)

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Nagaland Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. (NHHDC), Dimapur — Primary state govt procurement and marketing body for all Nagaland handloom and handicraft products; runs Craft Development Centre and Weaving Production Centre at HQ; operates 7 emporiums; organises national and state-level expos; institutional buyers can register as procurement partners at nhhdcltd.com
Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Nagaland — Nodal dept for handicraft and handloom policy, PMEGP artisan loans, UNNATI scheme for cluster development, bamboo handicraft manufacturing units; administers NHHDC and WEAFED; contact: industry.nagaland.gov.in
Nagaland Apex Weavers & Artisans Cooperative Federation Ltd. (WEAFED), Dimapur — Apex cooperative aggregating all district-level handloom and handicraft societies; procures finished goods from member societies for bulk resale; organises State Handloom Expos; primary entry point for cooperative-channel sourcing
Tribal Research Institute (TRI) & Tribal Affairs Department, Government of Nagaland — Organises annual Tribal Art & Crafts Mela (Janjatiya Gaurav Divas, November); supports GI documentation for 24 tribal products; connects tribal SHGs with institutional buyers
North Eastern Handicrafts & Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHHDC), Guwahati (MoE: DoNER, Govt of India) — Central govt body covering all 8 NE states; MoU with NHHDC for Nagaland; runs Purbashree emporiums in metro cities for Nagaland product retail; participates in national and international trade fairs on behalf of Nagaland artisans; institutional bulk buying contact: nehhdc.com
Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India — Finances and sponsors all NHHDC and WEAFED state-level and national expos under the Hathkargha Mela scheme; Weavers Service Centre, Dimapur provides technical support and weaver database access to institutional buyers; handlooms.nic.in
State Rural Livelihood Mission (SRLM) Nagaland / DAY-NRLM — Facilitates Nagaland SHG artisan participation in national SARAS Aajeevika Mela; seed capital for SHG craft enterprises; bulk buyers can connect with SHG federations via SRLM Nagaland, Kohima

Odisha

Odisha is one of India's richest craft states — home to GI-tagged Pattachitra, Sambalpuri Ikat, Pipili applique, Cuttack silver filigree, Dhokra metal casting, Konark stone carving and golden grass — with a layered sourcing ecosystem of state co-operatives (Utkalika/OSCHC, Boyanika), ORMAS-run SHG fairs, a dedicated tribal mela, and multiple annual national-level expos that let resellers meet artisans and co-ops face-to-face at walk-in prices.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Toshali National Crafts Mela (Grand Toshali Swadeshi Mela) National craft mela · State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC), Handlooms Textiles & Handicrafts Dept, Govt of Odisha	February–March annually; 20th edition Feb 14–26 2026	Bhubaneswar	Pattachitra, stone carving, applique, Dhokra, wooden toys, tribal jewellery, handlooms, palm leaf engravings — artisans from across India; 650+ stalls	Free walk-in entry; buyers directly negotiate with artisan/co-op stall holders; stall booking for sellers via SIDAC tender (released annually ~October); contact crafts.odisha.gov.in
Sisir Saras Mela SARAS-style rural craft mela · Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society (ORMAS), Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Dept, Govt of Odisha	January annually; 2026 edition Jan 10–20	Bhubaneswar	Handloom sarees, handicrafts, bamboo products, organic foods, SHG-made goods from Odisha and ~20 other states; 340 sales stalls	Free public entry; buyers walk in and purchase directly from SHG/artisan stalls; reseller bulk enquiries via ORMAS (ormashq@gmail.com / +91-674-2565871)
Adivasi Mela Tribal craft festival/mela · SC & ST Development Dept / Scheduled Tribes & Scheduled Castes Development Finance Corporation (TDCCOL), Govt of Odisha; 21 ITDAs participate	January 26–February 5 annually (11 days); 2026 edition Jan 26–Feb 5	Bhubaneswar	Dhokra metal craft, bamboo products, terracotta, stone carvings, tribal paintings, wooden masks, tribal jewellery, forest produce; items Rs 10–Rs 50,000; 1,140 participants including 325 women SHGs	Free walk-in; direct purchase from tribal artisan stalls; generated Rs 4.22 crore business in 2026 edition; venue: Adivasi Exhibition Ground, Unit-1, Bhubaneswar
National Handloom Expo (Boyanika Handloom Expo) National handloom expo · Odisha State Handloom Weavers' Co-operative Society Ltd. (Boyanika); sponsored by Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts Dept	February annually; 24th edition ran to Feb 22 2026; 40 days starting late February	Bhubaneswar	Sambalpuri Bandha, Bomkai, Khandua, Orissa Ikat, Gopalpur Tussar, Habaspuri, Eri silk; 80 free stalls including Boyanika, Utkalika, Sambalpuri Bastralaya, 50 PWCS and 20 weavers from other states	Walk-in public; bulk buyers contact Boyanika directly: support@boyanika.com / +91 97772 60601 / Boyana Bhawan, PJN Marg, Unit-III, Bhubaneswar 751001; venue IDCO Exhibition Ground
Pallishree Mela at Baliyatra Rural craft/SARAS fair within heritage festival · ORMAS (Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society)	November annually during Baliyatra (Kartik Purnima); 2025 edition Nov 8–16; 2026 expected same window	Cuttack	Rural handloom sarees, organic food, handicrafts, bamboo and natural products from SHGs across Odisha; 500 stalls; national-level edition	Walk-in at Baliyatra ground, Cuttack; SHG sellers contactable directly; bulk/reseller enquiries via ORMAS head office, SIRD Campus, Unit-VIII, Bhubaneswar 751012; pallishree-ormas.odisha.gov.in
Khandagiri Magh Mela Religious and craft fair · State Govt / Odisha Tourism	January 25–February 7 annually; 2026 edition Jan 25–Feb 7	Bhubaneswar	Handloom textiles, handicrafts, local produce; craft sellers alongside religious fair stalls	Free walk-in; direct purchase from craft stalls
Savitri-cum-Raja Mahotsav Handloom Exhibition and Sale Fair Handloom sale fair · ORMAS / Handlooms Textiles & Handicrafts Dept, Govt of Odisha	June annually (Raja festival period); 2026 edition ran to June 14	Bhubaneswar	Sambalpuri fabrics, Bomkai, Ikat, handlooms from Sonepur, Khordha, Cuttack, Kalahandi, Jajpur, Bargarh, Sambalpur, Koraput, Boudh, Balangir, Ganjam, Jagatsinghpur weavers	Walk-in purchase; venue Utkal Kanika Galleria, Bhubaneswar; contact ORMAS for seller participation
India International Trade Fair (IITF) — Odisha Pavilion National trade fair with state pavilion · Govt of Odisha (Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts Dept + ORMAS + Mission Shakti); ITPO hosts IITF	November 14–27 annually; 2025 edition produced Rs 13+ lakh sales in 9 days	New Delhi (Odisha pavilion)	Pattachitra, silver filigree, sabai grass crafts, lac artistry, bamboo jewellery, Kandhamal turmeric, organic produce; ORMAS (6 stalls) + Mission Shakti (4 stalls) + SIDAC	Buyer passes available at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi; Odisha pavilion stalls contactable via crafts.odisha.gov.in; Odisha won Best Pavilion 4 years running
Odisha Food & Craft Mela (outstation edition) Diaspora craft & food fair · Private/community organisers with Odisha artisan participation	February; 2025 edition Feb 7 in Hyderabad	Hyderabad (and other cities)	Odisha handicrafts, handlooms, regional food products for diaspora and retail buyers	Walk-in purchase; check insider.in for tickets

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Utkalika / Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd. (OSCHC Ltd.)	Apex state co-operative selling Pattachitra, stone carving, Dhokra, golden grass, palm leaf, tribal jewellery, bamboo; 12 outlets across Odisha + out-of-state branches	Wholesale selling confirmed (IndiaMART listed); Bulk Order Policy on site; head office D 2/3 & 4, Rasulgarh Industrial Estate, Bhubaneswar 751010; utkalikaodisha.com; also on Gocoop and Flipkart; Mumbai wholesale contact Santosh Kumar Bhola, Shop No.1, Odisha Bhavan, Vashi, Navi Mumbai 400703; Delhi branch +91 9910714659
Boyanika (Odisha State Handloom Weavers' Co-operative Society Ltd.)	Apex handloom co-operative; Sambalpuri Bandha, Bomkai, Khandua, Orissa Ikat, Gopalpur Tussar, Habaspuri; 40 stores across Odisha, Delhi, Kolkata; manufacturer-supplier-exporter	Direct wholesale/export; contact support@boyanika.com / +91 97772 60601 / +91 674 2395387; Boyana Bhawan, PJN Marg, Unit-III, Kharavela Nagar, Bhubaneswar 751001; boyanika.com
Sambalpuri Bastralaya HLCS Ltd.	Sambalpuri Ikat/Bandha sarees, dress materials, dupattas, men's wear directly from weaver cluster	Wholesale/retailer from Plot No.22, Kesari Nagar, Unit-5, Khurda, Bhubaneswar 751001; sambalpuribastralaya.com; also listed on TradeIndia and exportersindia.com; free shipping across India
ORMAS (Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society) / Pallishree	Aggregates SHG products — handlooms, handicrafts, bamboo, organic food, leaf products, kewda craft from rural Odisha; Sisir Saras and Pallishree Mela organiser	Bulk and institutional procurement via ormashq@gmail.com / +91-674-2565871; SIRD Campus, Unit-VIII, Bhubaneswar 751012; portal pallishree-ormas.odisha.gov.in; SHG stall holders also contactable at Sisir Saras and Pallishree Melas
Raghurajpur Chitra Karigari Co-operative Society	Pattachitra paintings and palm-leaf etchings; all households in Raghurajpur Heritage Craft Village, Puri district are registered artisans	Village-level walk-in sourcing; also accessible via Utkalika and ruralhandmade.com wholesale platform; wholesale Pattachitra also via ruralhandmade.com (MOQ and export available)
Hemraj Jewellery Craft	Silver filigree (Tarakasi) jewellery — earrings, necklaces, bangles, decorative items; exporter from Cuttack	Manufacturer-exporter; listed on TradeIndia (tradeindia.com, seller ID 2380527); direct wholesale from Cuttack
Vinayaklal And Co.	Silver filigree jewellery and decorative items wholesale; Cuttack-based	Wholesale trader on IndiaMART; contact via indiamart.com/vinayaklal-co/
Anwesha Tribal Arts & Crafts (NGO)	Tribal handicrafts aggregator; liaises with shops, emporiums, wholesalers, retailers and foreign buyers on behalf of artisans	NGO; approach via give.do/discover/5KU/anwesha-tribal-arts-and-crafts/ or directly for export/wholesale tie-ups
Haven Crafts (NGO)	Handmade textiles and homeware from Raghurajpur artisan families; fair-trade supply to international markets	Direct wholesale/dropship tie-ups; havencrafts.in
Crafts Council of Odisha	Non-profit affiliated to Crafts Council of India / World Craft Council; connects artisans to markets, procurement of raw materials, skill development, design adaptation	Sourcing facilitation; contact via craftsodisha.org; organises exhibitions and connects bulk buyers to artisan clusters
Rural Handmade (platform)	B2B wholesale platform listing Pattachitra and Konark stone carving suppliers from Odisha with customisation and export capabilities	Online wholesale platform for resellers; ruralhandmade.com; MOQ and export documentation support

Craft clusters

Pattachitra (traditional scroll painting) — Raghurajpur village, Puri district GI: Pattachitra
Pipili Applique / Chandua Work — Pipili, Puri & Khurda districts GI: Pipili Applique Work
Sambalpuri Ikat / Bandha weaving — Sambalpur, Bargarh, Boudh, Sonepur districts GI: Sambalpuri Bandha Saree & Fabrics; Odisha Ikat
Silver Filigree (Tarakasi) — Cuttack GI: Cuttack Silver Filigree Work (Tarakasi)
Konark Stone Carving — Konark, Puri district GI: Konark Stone Carving
Dhokra / Bell Metal casting — Balakati (Khurda), Dhenkanal, Nayagarh, Cuttack
Bomkai weaving — Bomkai village, Ganjam district GI: Bomkai Sarees & Fabrics
Kotpad natural-dyed handloom — Kotpad, Koraput district GI: Kotpad Handloom Fabric
Khandua Ikat silk — Nuapatna, Cuttack district GI: Khandua
Habaspuri handloom — Habaspuri, Kalahandi district GI: Habaspuri Sarees & Fabrics
Golden Grass (Sona Grass) craft — Bhubaneswar / Khurda district
Palm leaf engraving (Pattachitra on tala patra) — Raghurajpur, Puri district
Tribal / Dokra jewellery and artefacts — Sundergarh, Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar districts
Wood carving (Jagannath icons) — Puri, Bhubaneswar
Gopalpur Tussar silk — Gopalpur, Jajpur district GI: Gopalpur Tussar

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Directorate of Handicrafts & Cottage Industries, Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts Dept, Govt of Odisha — Apex state body for handicraft policy, GI registration, artisan ID cards, raw material banks, skill training, craft cluster development; runs Utkalika emporiums; hosts Toshali Mela; website crafts.odisha.gov.in
SIDAC (State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts), Gandamunda, Bhubaneswar — Implementing agency for Toshali National Crafts Mela; issues stall tenders; conducts craft training and product development; under Handlooms Textiles & Handicrafts Dept
Boyanika (Odisha State Handloom Weavers' Co-operative Society Ltd.), Bhubaneswar — Apex handloom co-op (est. 1956); manages 40 stores; organises National Handloom Expo; wholesale and export of all Odisha GI handlooms; government collaboration channel for bulk handloom procurement
ORMAS (Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society) — Autonomous body under Panchayati Raj Dept; aggregates SHG craft and food products under Pallishree brand; runs Sisir Saras, Pallishree Mela, IITF stalls; primary entry point for rural/tribal craft wholesale
Mission Shakti (Women SHG Programme), Govt of Odisha — Supports 70+ lakh women in SHGs producing handicrafts, textiles, processed foods; partners ORMAS for sales fairs and IITF participation; procurement channel for resellers wanting SHG-origin products
Odisha MSME Dept / IDCO (Industrial Development Corporation of Odisha) — Provides Exhibition Ground (IDCO Exhibition Ground, Unit-III, Bhubaneswar) as venue for Boyanika Handloom Expo, Sisir Saras and other craft fairs; MSME development schemes for craft enterprises
Tribal Development Co-operative Corporation of Odisha Ltd. (TDCCOL) — Manages Adivasi Mela; channels tribal craft and forest produce to market; 21 ITDAs under its umbrella; entry point for tribal Dhokra, bamboo, terracotta wholesale from tribal belts
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India — Odisha State Agency — Central-state interface for artisan welfare schemes, national craft expos (Surajkund, IITF), DC(H) financial assistance; listed at handicrafts.nic.in

Punjab

Punjab is India's premier source for GI-tagged Phulkari embroidery, Hoshiarpur wood inlay, hand-woven durries, and Jalandhar sports goods; the state's PSIEC-run Phulkari emporium network and a dense web of women's cooperative societies make it one of the most accessible states for a reseller seeking authentic NW-Indian craft at scale.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Punjab Sakhi Shakti Mela Craft mela / SHG marketplace · Punjab State Rural Livelihood Mission (PSRLM) with Dept. of Rural Development & Panchayats and Dept. of Industries & Commerce, Punjab	November 2025 – March 2026 (rolling district-by-district schedule; Sangrur: Nov 26 2025; Amritsar: Dec 8–11 2025 at Dussehra Ground Ranjit Avenue; Jalandhar: Jan 7–10 2026 at Virsa Vihar/Desh Bhagat Yadgar; Mohali: Jan 10–14 2026; Kapurthala: Jan 19–22 2026; Patiala: Feb 21 – Mar 2 2026 at Sheesh Mahal)	23 districts statewide — Sangrur, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Mohali (SAS Nagar), Kapurthala, Patiala and others	Phulkari, handloom garments, home décor, organic food, honey, spices, metalwork, Chikankari, block-printed fabric, zari/sojni embroidery, carpets, glass work — sourced from women SHG producers across Punjab and other states	Walk-in for buyers; artisans/SHGs book stalls through PSRLM district offices; resellers can approach SHG stall holders directly for bulk orders
SARAS Mela — PAU Ludhiana SARAS craft mela · District Administration Ludhiana / Ministry of Rural Development (National Rural Livelihoods Mission)	October annually (Oct 4–13 in 2025; 2026 dates TBA, typically 10-day run in October)	Ludhiana	Handmade jewellery, traditional suits, Phulkari shawls, home décor, wooden crafts, regional food; exhibitors are SHGs from across India	Walk-in (entry ₹20); resellers meet SHG sellers directly at stalls; stall booking via NRLM district mission/PSRLM
Patiala Heritage & Craft Mela Heritage craft mela · Department of Cultural Affairs and Tourism, Punjab, in coordination with District Administration Patiala	February–March annually (typically Feb 19 – Mar 5; 2026 ran Feb 21 – Mar 2 at Sheesh Mahal grounds, Moti Bagh Palace complex)	Patiala	Metalwork, traditional Patiala jewellery, Phulkari textiles, pottery, woodcraft, handloom fabric; 125+ artisan stalls	Walk-in for buyers; artisans apply for stalls through District Administration Patiala; resellers negotiate directly with artisan stalls
PITEX — Punjab International Trade Expo Trade fair / B2B expo · PHD Chamber of Commerce & Industry with support from Government of Punjab	December annually (Dec 4–8 in 2025 at Ranjit Avenue Ground; annual 5-day event)	Amritsar	Handicrafts, Phulkari, textiles & garments, agri-food, real estate, home interiors, automobiles; includes dedicated handicrafts and textiles pavilions	Stall booking via pitex.in/booking-forms/ or call +91 9855166547 / +91 9914112335; buyer/visitor entry ₹40–60; select international buyers (SAARC nations) invited for B2B meetings; walk-in for general buyers
Regional SARAS Mela — Mohali Carnival SARAS craft mela / carnival · PSRLM / District Administration SAS Nagar	January annually (Jan 10–14 in 2026, Sector 88)	Mohali (SAS Nagar)	Handicrafts, Phulkari, food products, SHG-made garments and home décor from Punjab SHGs	Walk-in; SHG stall holders approached directly for sourcing discussions
Invitation Crafts Mela — Amritsar Craft mela · District Administration Amritsar / Punjab Heritage & Tourism Promotion Board	Periodic; organized by District Administration Amritsar (exact dates notified via amritsar.nic.in)	Amritsar	Local handicrafts including Phulkari, durries, woodwork, traditional jewellery from Amritsar district artisans	Walk-in; stall notices published at amritsar.nic.in; buyers contact artisans at stalls
Chandigarh National Crafts Mela National craft mela · Department of Cultural Affairs, Chandigarh Administration	Typically November–December (annual, organized by UT administration)	Chandigarh	Multi-state handicrafts and handlooms including Punjab Phulkari, wood inlay, durries, pottery, textiles	Walk-in; artisans apply for stalls via Chandigarh Cultural Affairs Dept; resellers buy directly from stalls
Bharat Tex Textile trade fair · Ministry of Textiles, Government of India	July 14–17 annually (2026 dates confirmed)	New Delhi (Pragati Maidan) — Punjab producers exhibit here	Yarn, fabric, handlooms, carpets, apparel — Punjab hosiery (Ludhiana), Phulkari, handloom fabric heavily represented	Buyer registration online; 10,000+ exhibitors, 40-country buyers; international sourcing fair — pre-register as buyer on bharat-tex.com

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
PSIEC Phulkari — Punjab Small Industries & Export Corporation	Government emporium brand aggregating Phulkari embroidery, ODOP craft products, handloom garments and handicrafts from SHGs and cooperatives across Punjab	Consignment Policy 2025–26 available for download on psiec.punjab.gov.in; Expression of Interest (EOI) process for suppliers/wholesale buyers; 5 emporiums: Amritsar (MM Malviya Road), Chandigarh (SCO 27, Sector 17E), Delhi (C-6 Emporia Complex Baba Kharak Singh Marg), Kolkata (26-8 Camac St / 15/1 Lindsay St), Patiala (Mall Road near Cooperative Bank). Contact: 0172-2702301-305 / info-psiec@punjab.gov.in / 18-Himalya Marg, Udyog Bhawan Sector 17A, Chandigarh 160017
Patiala Handicraft Workshop Cooperative Industrial Society Ltd. (Phulkariindia)	Cooperative of 880+ women Phulkari artisans (founded 1997); manufactures Phulkari embroidered garments, wallets, file folders, cushion covers, curtains, hand fans, mobile covers; exports to international buyers	Wholesale and export orders accepted; designing for export agencies with direct export capability; contact: VPO Thuha, Tehsil Rajpura, District Patiala 140417; website: phulkariindia.linker.store / phulkariindia.com; Instagram: @phulkarishoppepatiala
The Nabha Foundation — Nabha Phulkari Mahila Industrial Cooperative Society	NGO-supported cooperative of 350 women artisans in Nabha, Punjab; produces traditional Phulkari embroidery; also sells via phulkariofpunjab.com; work exhibited at National Crafts Museum Delhi	Wholesale and institutional procurement possible; contact: Moti Bagh Street No.2, Opposite Defence Colony, Cantt Road, Nabha, Punjab 147201; Tel: 01765-228119; Email: info@thenabhafoundation.org
Matharu Exports — Hoshiarpur	Leading manufacturer and merchant exporter of wooden inlay handicrafts (chess boards, chairs, trolleys, decorative items, partitions, beds, religious items, jewellery boxes, furniture) — also exports food products; serves multinationals globally	Export and bulk wholesale; positioned as merchant exporter for international buyers; contact via matharuexports.com (direct contact details not listed publicly — send inquiry through site)
Inlay World — Wooden Inlay Cluster, Hoshiarpur	MSME Ministry-backed cluster portal aggregating artisan products from the Hoshiarpur wooden inlay cluster — musical instruments, furniture, decoratives, utility items; connects buyers to cluster artisans	Cluster marketplace model; contact artisans and cluster management through inlayworld.co; govt procurement centre also buys from artisans and markets through outlets
CCIC — Central Cottage Industries Corporation (Punjab craft line)	Central Govt (Ministry of Textiles) emporium aggregating Punjab handicrafts: Phulkari shawls/dupattas, Hoshiarpur wood inlay stools/lamps/tables, wooden toys; sold via cottageemporium.in	Corporate gifting, export, packing & shipping services offered; procurement inquiries via shoponline.cottageemporium.in or flagship store at Janpath, New Delhi; Punjab-specific catalogue at shoponline.cottageemporium.in/punjab
Wooden Printing Block Manufacturers — Malerkotla	Wholesale suppliers of hand-carved wooden printing blocks (for fabric/paper block printing) based in Malerkotla, Sangrur district; bulk orders for resellers and textile printers	Bulk wholesale orders for blocks; contact via woodenprintingblock.com or IndiaMart listings under Malerkotla/Sangrur
Sports Goods Manufacturers & Exporters Association — Jalandhar Cluster	Trade body representing 3,000+ units producing hand-stitched balls, hockey sticks, cricket bats, boxing equipment, carrom boards, chess sets for export; cluster exports 65%+ of India's sports goods	Association can connect buyers to individual manufacturers; contact via sportsgoodsindia.com or indiamart.com sports goods category under Jalandhar; direct factory visits to Jalandhar cluster for MOQ negotiations

Craft clusters

Phulkari embroidery (silk-on-khaddar floral darning stitch) — Patiala, Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Gurdaspur, Ferozepur, Muktsar, Nabha GI: Phulkari (GI registered Oct 21, 2010)
Wood inlay (sheesham with acrylic, camel bone, shell inlays — furniture, boxes, decoratives) — Hoshiarpur GI: Hoshiarpur Wood Inlay Work (GI registered)
Hand-woven cotton durries / dhurries — Amritsar, Moga, Batal, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Anandpur Sahib
Hand-block printed fabric (wooden printing blocks) — Malerkotla (Sangrur district), Ludhiana
Lac turnery / lacquerware (turned wood with lac coating) — Hoshiarpur
Hosiery, knitwear, woollen shawls and stoles — Ludhiana
Hand-stitched sports goods (inflatable balls, hockey sticks, boxing gear, carrom boards) — Jalandhar
Carpets (hand-knotted and tufted) — Amritsar
Traditional pottery / mudwork — Hoshiarpur (Bassi Daulat Khan, Bahadurpur villages)
Ornamental carved wooden furniture — Hoshiarpur, Jalandhar, Amritsar

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Punjab Small Industries & Export Corporation (PSIEC) — Phulkari Division — State govt corporation running Phulkari brand emporiums (Delhi, Chandigarh, Amritsar, Patiala, Kolkata); aggregates SHG and cooperative production; offers Consignment Policy and EOI for resellers/suppliers; contact 0172-2702301-305
Punjab State Rural Livelihood Mission (PSRLM) — Organizes Punjab Sakhi Shakti Melas across 23 districts; promotes women SHG producers of handicrafts, handlooms, Phulkari; provides platform and market linkages; stall booking for SHGs through district mission offices
Department of Cultural Affairs and Tourism, Punjab — Organizes Patiala Heritage & Craft Mela and state-level craft festivals; issues stall allocations to artisans; tourism craft trail promotion across Amritsar, Patiala, Hoshiarpur, Anandpur Sahib
Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board (PHTPB), Chandigarh — Promotes Punjab's craft and heritage tourism; coordinates state representation at national craft fairs; contact via punjabtourism.punjab.gov.in
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles — North Zone Office, Chandigarh — Central govt body for artisan registration (Pehchan cards), cluster development (AHIDF/IHCDP schemes), design & marketing support, Buyer-Seller Meets; Punjab artisans registered here eligible for national fair stalls
National Handloom Development Corporation (NHDC) — Provides raw material, credit, and marketing support to Punjab handloom weavers (durrie, Phulkari fabric); government procurement channel for handloom products; nhdc.org.in
District Administration Hoshiarpur — Handicrafts Cell — Coordinates the Hoshiarpur wood inlay cluster (wood inlay, lac turnery, carved furniture); government Multicraft complex provides workspace + procurement; contact via hoshiarpur.nic.in

Rajasthan

Rajasthan is India's single richest state for craft resourcing — 23 GI-tagged products, ~6 lakh active artisans, clusters in every major city, and a year-round calendar of fairs ranging from tribal gatherings to B2B jewellery shows, backed by a government emporium (Rajasthali), a handloom corporation (RSHDC), and a dense private-export ecosystem anchored by FORHEX and JHEA.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Shilpgram Crafts Mela Craft mela · West Zone Cultural Centre (WZCC), Ministry of Culture	21–31 December (annual)	Udaipur	Hand-woven fabrics, embroidery, mirror-work, camel leather, blue pottery, wooden crafts, miniature paintings — ~200 stalls from western-India artisans	Walk-in public entry; artisan stall booking through WZCC Udaipur office; bulk buyers negotiate directly at stalls
Pushkar Camel Fair (Pushkar Mela) Livestock and craft fair · Rajasthan Tourism / District Administration Ajmer	9–15 November 2026 (annual, around Kartik Purnima)	Pushkar, Ajmer district	Silver jewellery, Rajasthani textiles, leather goods, Bandhani tie-dye, pottery, wooden toys, camel-bone craft	Walk-in; no formal buyer pass; thousands of artisan stalls accessible directly; exporters source on-ground
Jaisalmer Desert Festival (Maru Mahotsav) Cultural festival with craft bazaar · Rajasthan Tourism Department	30 January to 1 February 2026 (annual)	Jaisalmer and Sam Sand Dunes	Tribal jewellery, leather puppets, Barmer block-print textiles, camel-hide goods, folk embroidery	Walk-in; artisan stalls set up by district administration; contact Rajasthan Tourism for stall coordination
Bikaner Camel Festival Cultural festival with craft market · Rajasthan Tourism Department	11–12 January 2026 (annual, Makar Sankranti period)	Bikaner (Junagarh Fort grounds)	Camel-leather products, Bikaner Kashidakari embroidery, Usta Kala gold-painted crafts, local handicrafts	Walk-in; artisan stalls; contact district tourism office for advance stall access
Nagaur Cattle Fair (Ramdeoji Pashudhan Mela) Livestock and craft fair · District Administration Nagaur / Rajasthan Tourism	24–27 January 2026 (annual, Magh month)	Nagaur	Leather goods, wooden items, ethnic jewellery, local textiles alongside India's second-largest livestock fair	Walk-in; craft stalls open to all; good for leather and wooden goods sourcing
Baneshwar Tribal Fair Tribal religious fair with craft bazaar · District Administration Dungarpur	20–24 February 2026 (annual, Magh Purnima)	Baneshwar Dham, Dungarpur district	Bhil tribal jewellery, tribal textiles, folk embroidery, clay figurines	Walk-in; no formal buyer pass; direct sourcing from Bhil tribal artisans at stalls
Jaipur Literature Festival — Festival Bazaar Literary festival with curated craft bazaar · Teamwork Arts	15–19 January 2026 (annual)	Jaipur (Hotel Clarks Amer)	Block-print apparel, handmade jewellery, blue pottery, Rajasthani shawls, eco-fashion, artisan home decor	Walk-in festival entry (free); stall booking through Teamwork Arts; strong tourist and buyer footfall
Jaipur Jewellery Show (JJS) B2B and B2C trade show · Jewellers Association of Rajasthan	22–25 December 2026 (annual, 22nd edition)	Jaipur (Novotel JECC)	Gemstones, kundan, meenakari, polki, silver and gold jewellery — 1,200+ booths including 314 gemstone and 625 jewellery booths	Buyer/trade registration at jaipurjewelleryshow.org; trade days for wholesale buyers; walk-in retail days also open
JAS — Jewellers Association Show B2B jewellery trade fair · Jewellers Association of Rajasthan	3–5 July 2026 (annual)	Jaipur (JECC)	Wholesale jewellery, gemstones, gold and silver findings, kundan-meenakari pieces	Exhibitor and buyer registration at exhibitor-panel.jasjaipur.com; trade-only entry passes
SARAS Aajeevika Mela (Rajasthan SHG contingent) SARAS national mela · NIRDPR / Ministry of Rural Development; Rajasthan RGAVP sends contingent	February (10–26 February in 2026 edition; annual)	Gurugram (national venue; Rajasthan units participate)	Embroidered poshaks, quilts, block-print fabrics, Rajasthani handloom from SHG women across districts	Walk-in for buyers; contact RGAVP Jaipur to reach Rajasthan SHG sellers before or after the mela
FORHEX Fair Export trade fair and buyer-seller meet · Federation of Rajasthan Handicraft Exporters (FORHEX)	Annual — contact FORHEX for current dates (info@forhex.org)	Jaipur	Full spectrum of Rajasthan export handicrafts: textiles, wooden furniture, leather, metal, stone, block prints	B2B; contact +91-99503-65833 or info@forhex.org; 108 Eden Heights, 22 Godam Industrial Area, Jaipur

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Rajasthali (Rajasthan Small Industries Corporation)	Government emporium aggregating the full range of Rajasthan handicrafts — blue pottery, carpets, rugs, jewellery, garments, paintings, wooden furniture, home decor	Retail showrooms in Jaipur (M.I. Road, opp. Ajmeri Gate), Udaipur, New Delhi, Kolkata; online at ebazaar.rajasthan.gov.in; export and bulk shipment queries via site contact; no published MOQ — negotiate directly at showroom
Rangsutra Crafts India Limited	Artisan-owned B-Corp; 2,000+ weavers across Rajasthan villages producing handloom textiles, embroidery (Tanka, rallu, tie-dye, applique), clothing and home textiles; supplying IKEA, Fabindia, C&A at scale	B2B wholesale available; contact via rangsutra.com; MOQ negotiable for private labels and international buyers; HQ in Bikaner/Delhi
Jaipur Rugs / Jaipur Living	World's largest hand-knotted rug producer; network of 40,000 weavers in Rajasthan villages; hand-knotted wool and silk rugs, dhurries	Formal wholesale/trade program at jaipurliving.com/become-a-partner and jaipurliving.com/contract; dropship arrangements for US-market retailers; trade accounts for interior designers; trade.jaipurrugs.com
Sadhna (Seva Mandir NGO enterprise)	Women's handicraft enterprise, Udaipur and Rajsamand; 550+ rural/tribal women artisans producing patchwork, applique, Tanka embroidery — kurtas, dupattas, stoles, bags, cushion covers, home decor	Wholesale/institutional supply via sadhna.org/pages/work-with-us; contact sadhna.org/pages/contact-us; fair-trade certified
Federation of Rajasthan Handicraft Exporters (FORHEX)	Export federation of Jaipur-based manufacturers/exporters covering wooden, metal, leather, textile, recycled-material handicrafts; CBI-Netherlands partner	Gateway to member exporters; +91-99503-65833 or info@forhex.org; 108 Eden Heights, 22 Godam Industrial Area, Jaipur 302006; forhex.org for member directory
Jodhpur Handicrafts Exporters Association (JHEA)	Premier export body of Jodhpur, est. 1998; covers wooden furniture, metal, leather, recycled and antique-reproduction handicrafts	Contact via jhea.in; Basni Phase 1, Jodhpur 342005; connects buyers to Jodhpur factory-clusters for wholesale and export orders
Kota Doria Saree direct producers and KWWO cooperative (Kaithoon cluster)	Handloom weavers producing Kota Doria cotton-silk sarees and fabric on pit looms; Kota Women's Weavers Organisation (KWWO) is a women's cooperative	Direct producer contact at kotadoriasaree.com; KWWO for women-weaver bulk supply; 30+ Kota Doria wholesale suppliers listed at dir.indiamart.com/kota-rajasthan/kota-doria-sarees.html
Calico Printers Cooperative Society (Sanganer block print)	GI-holder cooperative for Sanganer hand block printing; represents Chippa artisan community; ~315 MSME units and 3,000+ artisans in Sanganer village, 15 km from Jaipur	Approach directly in Sanganer village; bulk fabric/garment orders through Jaipur block-print export houses; listed in FORHEX member directory
Rajasthan State Handloom Development Corporation (RSHDC)	State govt corporation; procures directly from weavers and sells handloom textiles wholesale; khadi, apparel, piece goods; five Jaipur branches plus Udaipur	Direct wholesale procurement; rshdc2011@hotmail.com; Hath Kargha Bhavan, Chonurhouse, Jaipur; industries.rajasthan.gov.in/rshdc
The Printroots (Jaipur block print wholesale)	Jaipur-based block print manufacturer supplying wholesale fabric, garments, home textiles in Sanganer and Bagru styles	Wholesale order page at theprintroots.com/pages/wholesale-order; MOQ and pricing listed online; international shipping available
eBazaar Rajasthan (govt marketplace)	Government marketplace for registered Rajasthan artisans and MSMEs — block-print fabrics, quilts, pottery, leather goods, wooden crafts; B2G procurement channel	Resellers and buyers browse at ebazaar.rajasthan.gov.in; artisans register as sellers; helpdesk.ebazaar@rajasthan.gov.in

Craft clusters

Blue Pottery — Jaipur GI: Jaipur Blue Pottery
Hand Block Printing (Sanganeri) — Sanganer, Jaipur GI: Sanganeri Hand Block Prints
Hand Block Printing (Bagru natural-dye) — Bagru, Jaipur district GI: Bagru Hand Block Print
Gemstone jewellery, kundan-meenakari, polki — Jaipur
Wooden furniture and handicrafts — Jodhpur
Tie-dye Bandhani / Bandhej — Jodhpur GI: Jodhpur Bandhej Craft
Miniature paintings (Pichwai) — Nathdwara, Rajsamand district GI: Nathdwara Pichhwai Craft
Marble carving and inlay — Makrana, Nagaur district GI: Makrana Marble
Koftgari metal inlay (gold/silver on steel) — Udaipur GI: Udaipur Koftgari Metal Craft
Molela terracotta votive plaques — Molela village, Rajsamand district GI: Molela Clay Work
Kashidakari embroidery with mirror work — Bikaner GI: Bikaner Kashidakari Craft
Usta Kala (gold nakashi on leather/wood/marble) — Bikaner GI: Bikaner Usta Kala
Camel leather products — Bikaner
Hand-knotted woollen carpets and dhurries — Bikaner and Jaipur
Kota Doria handloom (cotton-silk check weave) — Kaithoon, Kota district GI: Kota Doria
Thewa Art (gold on glass jewellery) — Pratapgarh GI: Thewa Art
Pokaran Pottery (red earthenware) — Pokaran, Jaisalmer district GI: Pokaran Pottery
Sojat Mehndi (henna powder) — Sojat, Pali district GI: Sojat Mehndi
Barmer block printing (geometric, double-sided) — Barmer
Leather mojari (juttis) and camel-hide goods — Jodhpur and Jaisalmer

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Rajasthali / Rajasthan Small Industries Corporation (RSIC) — State govt handicraft emporium chain; aggregates and retails/exports Rajasthan craft products; showrooms in Jaipur, Udaipur, Delhi, Kolkata; bulk and export inquiries accepted
Rajasthan State Handloom Development Corporation (RSHDC) — State govt corporation est. 1984; procures directly from weavers; wholesales handloom textiles; runs skill-upgrade workshops and participates in fairs; rshdc2011@hotmail.com
Rajasthan Gramin Aajeevika Vikas Parishad (RGAVP) — State nodal body for DAY-NRLM; organises and sends Rajasthan SHG (women artisan) contingents to SARAS Melas nationally; gateway for sourcing from rural SHG craft producers
RIICO (Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation) — Develops industrial areas and Common Facility Centres (CFCs) for handicraft clusters; Integrated Cluster Development Scheme 2025 funds CFCs in 9 districts including Jodhpur and Bikaner
Rajasthan Tourism Department — Organises state-level fairs (Pushkar, Jaisalmer Desert Festival, Bikaner Camel Festival, Nagaur Fair); issues stall permissions; tourism.rajasthan.gov.in for event calendar and stall enquiries
West Zone Cultural Centre (WZCC), Udaipur — Ministry of Culture body; owns and manages Shilpgram (Udaipur); organises annual Shilpgram Crafts Mela Dec 21–31; stall booking and artisan introduction for wholesale buyers
Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) — Central govt body; registers handicraft exporters; runs IHGF and India Craft Week fairs; Rajasthan is a key member state; buyer registration and exporter directory at epch.in
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles — Central nodal body; funds artisan welfare, skill development, market participation; empanels NGOs and state agencies; handicrafts.nic.in lists all state partners and upcoming events

Sikkim

Sikkim is a compact Himalayan state offering Buddhist/Lepcha/Bhutia craft categories (Thangka, hand-knotted carpets, Lepcha weaves, wood carving, bamboo-cane, masks) plus GI-certified organics (large cardamom, Dalle chilli, Temi tea, black rice, mandarin); the state channels wholesale through the government SHHDC emporium, NEHHDC's Purbashree network, and SIMFED for organics, while annual fairs at Jorethang, Gangtok, and Namchi are the live sourcing windows.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Jorethang Maghey Sankranti Mela (71st edition 2026) Grand craft mela / cultural fair · District Administration Namchi + Sikkim Rural Livelihood Mission (SRLM); Magheymela.com is the official event portal	January 14–22 annually (2026 dates confirmed)	Jorethang, Nayabazar — Namchi District	Handloom textiles, handwoven carpets, Lepcha weaves, bamboo-cane products, Thangka paintings, wood carvings, organic produce, floriculture; hundreds of stalls from local SHGs and artisans	Walk-in for buyers; stall booking and vendor participation via contact@magheymela.in or +91 70012 71507 / +91 6296 796 429; SARAS stalls (SHG products) run in parallel at the same grounds and are coordinated through SRLM Rural Development Dept
State Handloom Expo (annual, NHDP) Handloom expo / trade show · Sikkim Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation Limited (SHHDC) under National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP), Ministry of Textiles	November 1–14 (2025 edition ran Nov 1–14, 2025; recurring annually)	Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms, Zero Point, Gangtok	Handloom textiles from Sikkim SHGs plus weavers from Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Assam, Jharkhand, Bihar, West Bengal, UP, Ladakh, J&K; live Thangka and cane-bamboo demos	Open to buyers as walk-in; SHG stall allocation via SHHDC — contact info@shhdc.com or +91 3592-295641; procurement officer: Mr Tshering Dorjee Gyamtso, Addl. GM, SHHDC
Sikkim Red Panda Winter Carnival Tourism-led winter carnival with craft exhibition · Sikkim Tourism and Civil Aviation Department	December–January (9-day carnival; historically 8–18 January; exact dates announced annually by Tourism Dept)	Titanic Park, MG Marg, Gangtok	Handloom and handicraft exhibition-and-sale stalls; ethnic Sikkimese food; Lepcha, Bhutia, Nepali community craft displays	Walk-in; stall enquiries to Sikkim Tourism Dept, Gangtok; Directorate of Handicraft and Handloom (Zero Point) coordinates DHH stall — phone sikkimcrafts.gov.in or Instagram @sikkim.dhh
Gangtok Food and Culture Festival Food and culture festival with craft selling component · Sikkim Tourism and Civil Aviation Department	December (annual, typically last two weeks of December)	Titanic Park, MG Marg, Gangtok	Ethnic-style food stalls plus local handicraft and handloom items for sale; cultural performances	Walk-in; craft stall allocation via Sikkim Tourism Dept; no pre-registered buyer pass required
International Flower Festival Sikkim Horticultural festival with craft stalls · Horticultural Department, Govt of Sikkim, in collaboration with Tourism Dept	May 1–31 annually	White Hall Complex, Gangtok	600+ orchid species display plus Sikkimese craft and handloom stalls, eco-friendly products, handmade textiles, bamboo goods; local food	Walk-in; craft vendors coordinate through Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom, Gangtok; SHHDC online at shhdc.com
Namchi Mahotsav District cultural mahotsav with handicraft and handloom stalls · District Administration Namchi, Govt of Sikkim	October (annual, typically 2nd–3rd week of October)	Festival Ground, Namchi — South Sikkim	Thangka paintings, Choksi low tables, Den hand-knotted carpets, handloom, floriculture, ethnic cuisine	Walk-in; stall enquiries to District Collector, Namchi — namchi.nic.in
SARAS Trade Fair (co-located with Maghey Mela) SARAS mela / SHG product exhibition-cum-sale · Sikkim Rural Livelihood Mission (SRLM), Rural Development Dept, Govt of Sikkim; sponsored by Ministry of Rural Development, GoI	January 14–23 (co-runs with Maghey Sankranti Mela)	Jorethang, Namchi District	SHG-made handlooms, handicrafts, organic products from Sikkim and other states	Walk-in for buyers; stall allocation through SRLM Rural Development Dept, Gangtok; contact District Administration Namchi (namchi.nic.in) for participation
Tendong Lho Rum Faat Open Market (Yongthoom) Tribal festival open market · Dept of Commerce and Industries + Sikkim Lepcha community associations	August (3-day celebration around August 8 annually)	MG Marg Exhibition Ground, Gangtok	Products from rural entrepreneurs, SHGs, NGOs — includes handlooms, handmade goods, organic products	Walk-in; stall booking via Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom, Zero Point, Gangtok
Namsoong / Losoong Harvest Festival Craft Displays Harvest / tribal festival with craft bazaar element · Lepcha Tribal Council and monastery committees; state Arts and Culture Dept	December (Lepcha Namsoong) and late December (Losoong for Bhutias)	Namprikdang, Upper Dzongu (North Sikkim); also monasteries across state	Lepcha handicrafts, traditional food, local artisan goods; archery, cultural performances	Walk-in; remote location (Dzongu requires Protected Area Permit for non-Sikkimese Indian nationals)
World Food India / NE India Pavilion (off-state but key sourcing event) National trade fair with state pavilion · Ministry of Food Processing Industries; Sikkim Govt pavilion coordinated by Commerce and Industries Dept	September (2025 edition: September 24–28)	Pragati Maidan, New Delhi	Sikkim organic produce (large cardamom, Dalle chilli, black rice, ginger), handloom, woolen shawls, carpets, Thangka paintings under ODOP banner	Registered trade buyers; buyer pass via wfi.gov.in; contact Sikkim Commerce & Industries Dept (industries.sikkim.gov.in) for state pavilion stall coordination

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Sikkim Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd (SHHDC)	State-owned aggregator for all Sikkim craft categories — carpets, Thangka, Lepcha weaves, bamboo, wood carving, masks, handloom fabric. Supports 29+ direct artisans and 150+ producers via SHG network. Has an online shop and physical emporium.	Walk into the Sales Emporium at Zero Point, Gangtok for direct purchase; online shop at shhdc.ordereasyapp.com; for institutional/wholesale enquiries contact info@shhdc.com or +91 3592-295641. No published MOQ — negotiate directly with SHHDC management.
Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom, Govt of Sikkim (DHH)	Parent government body overseeing 20 training-cum-production centres across Sikkim. Operates the Sales Emporium (2-storey, behind main DHH building, Zero Point, Gangtok). Products include carpets, shawls, Thangka, bamboo goods, carved masks, choktse.	Walk into the emporium, Zero Point, Gangtok for retail/wholesale purchasing. For bulk/institutional procurement contact Director DHH via sikkimcrafts.gov.in; Instagram: @sikkim.dhh. State fairs are the main annual wholesale windows.
NEHHDC — North Eastern Handicrafts and Handloom Development Corporation (Purbashree)	Central government corporation (under DoNER Ministry) aggregating crafts from all 8 NE states including Sikkim. Retails via Purbashree Emporium chain (Shillong, Guwahati, Kolkata Dakshinapan, New Delhi Dilli Haat, Bengaluru, Chennai) and Purbashree.com e-store. Procures Sikkimese carpets, Thangka, Lepcha weaves, traditional dress (Bakhu, dragon neckties).	Wholesale/reseller enquiries: Corporate Office, Craft Promotion Center, Garchuk, Pamohi Road, Guwahati 781035; ph +91 361 2270000. Registered Office: Purbashree Emporium, Police Bazar, Shillong 793001; ph 0364-2224477. Apply via NEHHDC contact form at nehhdc.com/contact-us.
SIMFED — Sikkim State Co-operative Supply and Marketing Federation Ltd	Apex cooperative under Govt of Sikkim (est. 1983). Aggregates 150+ certified organic products: large cardamom, Dalle chilli, black rice, buckwheat flour, ginger, turmeric, kiwi, mandarin. Operates buyer-seller meets and explores export to Middle East, SE Asia, Europe. Also runs SIMFED Retail (simfedretail.com) with pan-India distribution.	Wholesale/bulk supply: simfed.in; office in Development Area, Above Sangram Bhawan, Gangtok. For export/distribution: check simfed.in or contact via Justdial listing +91 3592 series. MOQ negotiable per product category.
Mevedir — Dalle Khursani and Himalayan Organics Exporter	India's documented exporter of GI-certified Dalle Khursani from Sikkim; also exports large cardamom, Apis cerana honey, dehydrated garlic, beetroot powder, Bhut Jolokia. Landmark export to Solomon Islands on record. Certified organic.	Contact via mevedir.com for wholesale/export MOQ and pricing. Handles international paperwork for GI-certified products.
Temi Tea Estate (Sikkim Temi Tea Company)	Only government-run, organic-certified tea estate in Sikkim (est. 1969); 440 acres on Tendong Hill, South Sikkim. Produces single-origin floral black tea; GI-protected. Exports to US, Europe, Japan, Canada.	Direct bulk/wholesale: contact Temi Tea Estate, P.O. Temi, South Sikkim PIN 737134; website temiteaestate.com, contact page temiteaestate.com/pages/contact. Also listed on Trade India via Sikkim Temi Tea Company, West Pendam, East Sikkim 737143 for domestic wholesale. For artisan gift/specialty packs: hellosikkim.online.
Ekta Self Help Group, Multi Udyog SHG, Sany Weavers SHG (representative SHGs)	Active Sikkim SHGs producing handloom textiles, woven shawls, bamboo goods. Ekta SHG (Chandmari, Gangtok), Multi Udyog SHG (Gangtok), Sany Weavers SHG (Hee Bermoik, West Sikkim) — among dozens of SHGs that exhibit at State Handloom Expo and SARAS mela.	Reach via SHHDC (info@shhdc.com) or Sikkim Rural Livelihood Mission (SRLM) Rural Development Dept, Gangtok — SRLM is the aggregator/liaison for SHG wholesale enquiries.
Save Handloom Foundation (online retail partner for Lepcha weaves)	NGO/foundation promoting GI-certified Lepcha Textiles (Dzongu, North Sikkim) on Amazon, JioMart, Flipkart, and Handlooom.com. Products: Dumpra, Thokro-Dum, tribal-stripe shawls.	Reseller/wholesale enquiries: support@savehandloom.org; +91 9105000950; Bengaluru office. For bulk B2B orders reach out via email — no published MOQ on site.

Craft clusters

Hand-knotted woolen carpets (Den) with dragon/floral/Buddhist motifs — Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom campus, Zero Point, Gangtok (East Sikkim); Bhutia community weavers
Thangka paintings on cotton/silk — Buddhist iconography — Rumtek Monastery area (East Sikkim); Pemayangtse area (West Sikkim); Gangtok Zero Point DHH centre GI: Not GI-tagged but protected craft
Lepcha handloom — Dumpra, Thokro-Dum, tribal-stripe shawls woven from nettle and cotton — Dzongu valley, North Sikkim (Lepcha heartland); also East Sikkim clusters GI: Lepcha Textiles — GI registered 2008
Bamboo and cane crafts — baskets, containers, mats, vessels — Temi (South Sikkim); Yuksom (West Sikkim); rural artisan clusters across all 4 districts
Wood carving — masks, choktse (low tables), religious panels using tooni, rani chaap, walnut — Gangtok artisan centre, Zero Point DHH; Pelling area, West Sikkim
Large cardamom (Bada Elaichi) — organically grown, wood-fire dried — North Sikkim (Mangan district); East Sikkim (Pakyong); West Sikkim (Soreng) GI: Sikkim Large Cardamom — GI registered
Dalle Khursani (chilli) — fresh, dried, pickled, powder; SHU 100k–350k — Hilly tracts of East and North Sikkim; Mangan and Pakyong districts GI: Dalle Chilli — GI registered 2020
Temi Tea — organic black tea, hand-rolled, single estate — Temi Tea Estate, Tendong Hill area, South Sikkim (pin 731134) GI: Sikkim Tea / Temi Tea — GI protected
Sikkim Black Rice (Forbidden Rice) — hand-harvested, organic — Terraced farms, North and West Sikkim GI: Sikkim Black Rice — GI registered
Sikkim Mandarin oranges — organic, terraced-slope cultivation — South and West Sikkim districts GI: Sikkim Mandarin — GI registered
Handmade paper craft, painted masks, dolls — traditional Buddhist and folk forms — Gangtok DHH centre; Heritage Handicrafts Museum, Namchi

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom (DHH), Govt of Sikkim — sikkimcrafts.gov.in — Primary state authority: runs 20 training-cum-production centres, operates the Zero Point Sales Emporium in Gangtok, certifies artisans, co-organises state craft fairs and the State Handloom Expo; first point of contact for govt procurement and bulk orders
Sikkim Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd (SHHDC) — shhdc.com — State PSU under DHH (est. 2003): handles commercial marketing, runs online shop (shhdc.ordereasyapp.com), coordinates SHG market linkages, manages emporium outlets in major Indian cities; institutional reseller and export gateway
Sikkim Rural Livelihood Mission (SRLM), Rural Development Dept — Organizes SARAS fairs co-located with Maghey Mela (sponsored by Ministry of Rural Development); aggregates SHG craft products for trade exhibition and connects SHGs to buyers
SIMFED — Sikkim State Cooperative Supply and Marketing Federation Ltd — simfed.in — Apex cooperative for organic agricultural products; handles bulk wholesale and export of GI-tagged organics (cardamom, Dalle chilli, black rice, ginger, turmeric); conducts buyer-seller meets nationally
NEHHDC — North Eastern Handicrafts and Handloom Development Corporation (Ministry of DoNER) — nehhdc.com — Central government body procuring and retailing Sikkimese crafts via Purbashree emporium network and e-store; participates in Dilli Haat, Dakshinapan Kolkata; export facilitation for NE crafts including Sikkim
Department of Commerce and Industries, Govt of Sikkim — industries.sikkim.gov.in — Policy and PSU oversight: oversees DHH, SHHDC and SIMFED; coordinates state pavilion at national trade fairs (World Food India, Surajkund); one-stop contact for investment or export facilitation in crafts
Temi Tea Estate (Govt of Sikkim undertaking) — temiteaestate.com — State-owned, organic-certified single estate; handles direct wholesale/export of GI-protected Temi Tea to international buyers

Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu is one of India's richest craft-sourcing states, home to 32+ GI-tagged handicrafts and handlooms (Kanchipuram silk, Swamimalai bronze, Thanjavur paintings, Bhavani carpets, Toda embroidery, Chettinad Kottan baskets, and more), with a robust government procurement ecosystem anchored by Poompuhar (TNHDC) and Co-optex, plus active craft councils and annual fairs in Chennai, Coimbatore, and across the state.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
TTDC Theevu Thidal Tourist and Industrial Fair (50th edition in 2026) Tourism and industrial fair · Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation (TTDC); ttdconline.com	January to mid-March annually (50th edition ran Jan 12 – mid-March 2026, ~70 days)	Chennai	Handicrafts, handlooms, clothing, fashion accessories, home decor, toys, food, government department displays; major Tamil Nadu craft brands present	Walk-in for buyers (entry ₹40 adults); vendor stall booking via TTDC head office — contact ttdconline.com or TTDC Chennai; no formal buyer pass; meet sellers directly at stalls
National Handloom Expo — Chennai Handloom expo · Department of Handlooms and Textiles, Government of Tamil Nadu; venue: Tourism Complex, No. 2, Wallajah Road, Triplicane, Chennai 600002	Annual; traditionally around August 7 (National Handloom Day) but 2025 edition ran October 3–17, 2025	Chennai	Handwoven textiles — Kanchipuram silk, Bhavani carpets, Arani silk, Madurai Sungudi, cotton handlooms; 50+ stalls from weavers across India	Walk-in for buyers; weaver participation via DC Handlooms circulars to state agencies; resellers meet weavers and cooperatives directly at stalls; contact tnhandlooms.tn.gov.in
Crafts Bazaar — Crafts Council of Tamil Nadu (CCTN) Craft mela / artisan bazaar · Crafts Council of Tamil Nadu (CCTN), Coimbatore; Instagram @cctn.cbe; Facebook: Crafts Council of Tamilnadu	Annual; July (2025 edition: July 17–22, 2025, Suguna Kalyana Mandapam)	Coimbatore	Handlooms, wood carvings, brass items, pottery, baskets, Gond/Mithila/Warli/Pattachitra paintings, embroidery (Phulkari, Chikankari, Lambadi), terracotta; artisans from across India including Tamil Nadu clusters	Free walk-in for buyers; artisan stall participation via CCTN membership and 'Nambikkai' initiative (travel/logistics support for craft clusters); contact CCTN directly via craftscounciloftamilnadu.org
Crafts Council of India Annual Craft Bazaar — Chennai Craft bazaar / artisan fair · Crafts Council of India (CCI), Chennai chapter; kamalacrafts.com	Annual; typically November–December (2026 edition held at Mother Teresa Women's Complex as part of CCI's 60th year celebrations)	Chennai	Artisan-made textiles, home decor, accessories, gifts, crafts from across India including Tamil Nadu GI products	Walk-in for buyers; resellers can procure via Kamala Crafts Shop (12 A-C, Co-optex Grounds, 350 Pantheon Road, Egmore, Chennai 600008; WhatsApp +91 9840700445); no formal buyer pass required
FaMe TN International Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet (RBSM) Trade fair / B2B buyer-seller meet · FaMe TN (MSME Department, Govt. of Tamil Nadu) with FIEO support; fametn.com	Annual; January (Chennai RBSM: Jan 11–12, 2026 at Chennai Trade Centre; Madurai: Feb 2026)	Chennai (also Erode, Madurai editions)	Tamil Nadu MSME manufactures including handicrafts, textiles, engineering, pharma; B2B sourcing fair for international importers	Registered importers and buyers apply through fametn.com; pre-registered buyer pass for B2B sessions; open to international and domestic resellers/exporters
DakshinaChitra Heritage Craft Events Heritage museum / craft exhibition · DakshinaChitra (Madras Craft Foundation); dakshinachitra.net	Year-round workshops and exhibitions; major craft-sale events typically December–January coinciding with tourist season	Chennai (ECR / Muttukadu, 25 km south of Chennai)	South Indian traditional crafts — stone carvings, wood art, pottery, weaving; handmade products from resident artisan demonstrations; craft gift shop open daily	Walk-in; craft shop open to all buyers; for wholesale/institutional procurement contact directly via dakshinachitra.net; artisan residencies and workshops by prior arrangement
Pongal Mela / Uzhavar Thinam Craft Fairs Festival craft mela · District Collectors / Dept. of Agriculture / local municipal bodies; Tamil Nadu Tourism supports some editions	January 14–17 (Pongal festival period) annually	Chennai, Madurai, Coimbatore (district-level across Tamil Nadu)	Handloom sarees, ethnic jewellery, handicrafts, pottery, clay dolls, traditional toys, agricultural products	Walk-in; no formal buyer pass; resellers and traders attend to source directly from village artisans and SHG stalls
National Handloom Expo — Chennai (DC Handlooms rotation) Handloom expo / trade show · Office of Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India; handlooms.nic.in	October 2025 (Oct 3–17, 2025 per Delhi Industries Dept circular); recurs annually in rotation	Chennai	Handwoven textiles from weaver societies across all Indian states; Kanchipuram, Bhavani, Arani, Madurai Sungudi prominently featured	Walk-in for buyers; weaver agencies apply via DC Handlooms participation circulars; resellers walk in and purchase directly at stalls; no buyer pass required

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Tamil Nadu Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. (TNHDC) — Poompuhar	State government's apex handicraft body; manufactures and markets bronze, brass, stone/wood carvings, Tanjore paintings, terracotta, leather, jute, silk, white metal; 17 showrooms across India + 7 production centres	Direct wholesale/corporate gifting inquiries: Phone 044-28521271 / 044-28521798 / 044-28521325; Email tnhdc@tn.gov.in; HQ 759, Anna Salai, Chennai 600002; production centres at Swamimalai, Thanjavur, Nachiarkoil, Madurai, Kallakurichi, Mamallapuram, Vagaikulam; no stated MOQ online — contact for bulk terms; custom design via DRDC
Co-optex (Tamil Nadu Handlooms Weavers' Co-operative Society Ltd.)	Largest apex handloom weavers' cooperative in India (est. 1935); aggregates Kanchipuram silk, Bhavani carpets, Madurai Sungudi, Kovai Kora, Arani silk and all TN handlooms; 203 showrooms pan-India	Wholesale / export arm: Co-optex International exports to Germany, France, Netherlands, Belgium, UK, UAE, Canada; HQ Balasundaram Buildings, 350, Pantheon Road, Chennai 600008; Ph 044-28193371 / 28192284; Email cooptex@vsnl.net; Website cooptex.com; contact for bulk purchase terms and export documentation
Kancheepuram Silk Handloom Weavers Co-operative Production & Sales Society Ltd.	One of 60+ weaver cooperatives in Kanchipuram; produces authentic GI-certified Kanchipuram silk sarees directly on handloom; est. 1942	Walk into the society's Kanchipuram showroom (opposite Muthisvarar Kovil, Kanchipuram) for bulk orders; multiple similar co-ops: Kamatchi Amman, Arignar Anna, Sri Varadharajaswamy, Pallavan — all accept bulk orders; contact through Kanchipuram weavers' cluster or kanchisquare.com for broker/reseller leads
Kamala — Crafts Shop of the Crafts Council of India, Chennai	Curated multi-artisan retail and wholesale point; stocks artisan-made textiles, home decor, accessories, gifts from across India including TN GI crafts	Contact via WhatsApp +91 9840700445 for wholesale inquiry and digital catalogue; Address: 12 A-C, Co-optex Grounds, 350, Pantheon Road, Egmore, Chennai 600008; kamalacrafts.com; delivery pan-India
M.Rm.Rm. Cultural Foundation (Kottan basket revival NGO)	NGO that revived Chettinad Kottan palmyra basket craft; operates 6 production centres (Keelayapatti, Sravayal Pudhur, Nachiapuram, Vairavanpatti, Koratti, Kanadukathan); 100+ craftswomen; GI-tagged product	Wholesale supply of Kottan baskets for packaging, gifting, retail; contact via swabharatha.com (aggregator) or search M.Rm.Rm. Cultural Foundation, Chettinad; also listed on Craftmark (craftmark.org)
Manamadurai Pottery Labour Association and Society	GI-tagged black clay pottery cooperative at Manamadurai, Sivagangai district; distributes to Coimbatore, Trichy, Erode, Salem, Karaikal, Madurai, Chennai	Wholesale supply available; Contact Mr. Lakshmanan: +91 9865 849206 / +91 8807 769486 / +91 9585 212143; Address: G.H. Road, Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu 630606; no stated MOQ — call to negotiate bulk terms
Cast In Bronze Creative / Swamimalai bronze artisans (cluster)	Swamimalai cluster of GI-tagged panchaloha/bronze idol makers; cast-in-bronze-creative is a leading Swamimalai-based exporter; Sri Swaminathan & Co (5th generation, Kumbakonam) another major player	Wholesale and export orders accepted; Cast In Bronze Creative listed on IndiaMART (Swamimalai, Kumbakonam); Sri Swaminathan & Co: sriswaminathan.com, ships worldwide; Vetri Arts Crafts: vetriartscrafts.com; MOQ and pricing via direct inquiry; also search IndiaMART Kumbakonam bronze for 100+ verified suppliers
Chola Impressions — Thanjavur paintings wholesale gallery	GI-certified Thanjavur painting producers and exporters based in Thanjavur; B2B and custom orders	Address: Shop 9-10, Mooligai Pannai, Rangesh Complex, Bus Stop, BVM Nagar, Rajaji Nagar, Thanjavur 613010; cholaimpressions.com; contact for wholesale pricing and custom commission orders
TNHDC Poompuhar Coimbatore	Regional outlet of Poompuhar / TNHDC; manufactures and retails bronze, Tanjore paintings, stone carvings for the western TN market	Wholesale and corporate gifting: poompuharcbe.in; contact via the Coimbatore showroom for bulk orders on bronze and stone items
Crafts Council of Tamil Nadu (CCTN)	Artisan aggregator NGO (est. Coimbatore 1988); runs annual Craft Bazaar and Nambikkai cluster-support scheme; connects buyers with craft clusters across TN and India	Contact through craftscounciloftamilnadu.org or Instagram @cctn.cbe; attend annual Craft Bazaar (July, Coimbatore) to meet artisans directly; no formal wholesale portal but CCTN facilitates B2B introductions

Craft clusters

Kanchipuram (Kancheepuram) Silk Sarees — Kanchipuram GI: Kancheepuram Silk (GI 2005)
Swamimalai Bronze Icons (Panchaloha lost-wax casting) — Swamimalai, Kumbakonam (Thanjavur district) GI: Swamimalai Bronze Icons
Thanjavur Paintings (gold-foil devotional paintings) — Thanjavur GI: Thanjavur Painting
Thanjavur Art Plate (repoussé brass/copper plates) — Thanjavur GI: Thanjavur Art Plate
Thanjavur Doll (Thalayatti Bommai, bobblehead clay dolls) — Thanjavur GI: Thanjavur Doll
Mahabalipuram Stone Sculpture (granite carving) — Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) GI: Mahabalipuram Stone Sculpture
Arumbavur Wood Carvings (temple doors, panels, statues) — Arumbavur, Perambalur district GI: Arumbavur Wood Carvings
Kallakurichi Wood Carving — Kallakurichi, Chinnaselam, Thirukkovilur GI: Kallakurichi Wood Carving
Karuppur Kalamkari Paintings (pen-and-brush natural dye on cotton) — Karuppur, Thanjavur district GI: Karuppur Kalamkari Paintings
Bhavani Jamakkalam (cotton carpets / floor rugs) — Bhavani, Erode district GI: Bhavani Jamakkalam
Madurai Sungudi (tie-dye cotton sarees) — Madurai GI: Madurai Sungudi
Arani Silk Sarees — Arani, Tiruvannamalai district GI: Arani Silk
Kovai Kora Cotton Sarees — Coimbatore GI: Kovai Kora Cotton Sarees
Toda Embroidery (Pukhoor — red-black on white by Toda tribe women) — Nilgiri Hills (Ooty area) GI: Toda Embroidery (GI 2013)
Pattamadai Pai (ultra-fine korai grass mats) — Pattamadai, Tirunelveli district GI: Pattamadai Pai
Nachiarkoil Kuthuvilakku (ornamental brass oil lamps) — Nachiarkoil, Karur district GI: Nachiarkoil Kuthuvilakku
Chettinad Kottan (palmyra palm-leaf baskets) — Chettinad region, Sivagangai district GI: Chettinad Kottan
Manamadurai Pottery (black clay pottery) — Manamadurai, Sivagangai district GI: Manamadurai Pottery
Myladi Stone Carvings — Myladi, Cuddalore district GI: Myladi Stone Carvings
Temple Jewellery of Nagercoil — Nagercoil, Kanyakumari district GI: Temple Jewellery of Nagercoil
Thirubuvanam Silk Sarees — Thirubuvanam, Thanjavur district GI: Thirubuvanam Silk Sarees
Salem Silk (Salem Venpattu) and Salem Fabric — Salem
Kandangi Sarees (cotton handloom) — Kandangi, Karaikudi area GI: Kandangi Saree
Thanjavur Veenai (musical instrument craft) — Thanjavur GI: Thanjavur Veenai
Thaikkal Rattan Craft — Thaikkal, Nagapattinam district

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Tamil Nadu Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. (TNHDC) / Poompuhar — State apex handicraft body (est. 1973); manufacturers, markets, and exports TN handicrafts; runs 17 showrooms; registers and supports 70,000+ artisans via e-Repository of TN Artisan; issues GI compliance, Design R&D, Corporate gifting; primary government procurement and wholesale channel for handicrafts
Co-optex (Tamil Nadu Handlooms Weavers' Co-operative Society Ltd.) — State apex handloom weavers' co-op (est. 1935); procures from primary weaver co-ops and markets through 203 showrooms pan-India; has international export arm; key procurement partner for handloom resellers; also revived Bhavani Jamakkalam weaving
Department of Handlooms and Textiles, Government of Tamil Nadu — Nodal state body for all handloom and textile policy; organizes annual National Handloom Expo (Chennai, October–August); runs financial assistance, cluster CFCs, subsidy schemes for weavers; website tnhandlooms.tn.gov.in
FaMe TN (Federation of MSMEs, Tamil Nadu) — MSME Department, Govt. of Tamil Nadu — Organizes international Reverse Buyer-Seller Meets (RBSM) in Chennai, Erode, Madurai; Vendor Development Programmes; facilitates B2B linkages between TN MSMEs (including craft/textile units) and domestic and international buyers; fametn.com
Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation (TTDC) — Organizes the annual Theevu Thidal Tourist and Industrial Fair (Island Grounds, Chennai; Jan–March); major platform for craft, handloom and small industry sellers to reach mass consumer market; stall allocation for vendors via TTDC; ttdconline.com
Office of Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles — Chennai Regional Office — Central government nodal agency for craft development, artisan welfare, GI promotion; issues EPCH membership for exporters; runs Comprehensive Handicraft Cluster Development Scheme (CHCDS) and Artisan Credit Cards; empanels NGOs for craft schemes; handicrafts.nic.in
Handloom Export Promotion Council (HEPC) — Promotes handloom exports from India including TN's Kanchipuram, Bhavani, Arani, Kovai Kora clusters; issues RCMC certificates for exporters; maintains calendar of international marketing events; hepcindia.com
DakshinaChitra / Madras Craft Foundation — Not-for-profit living heritage museum on ECR Chennai; supports artisan residencies and craft demonstrations; runs a retail craft shop (Varija); serves as B2C and institutional procurement point for authentic South Indian crafts; dakshinachitra.net

Telangana

Telangana is a top-tier sourcing state for resellers seeking GI-certified handloom textiles (Pochampally Ikat, Gadwal, Narayanpet), metal crafts (Pembarthy brass, Karimnagar silver filigree, Adilabad Dokra), narrative paintings (Cheriyal scrolls, Nirmal), and tribal embroidery (Banjara/Lambadi), all accessible via the state's Golkonda emporium network, TSCO cooperative showrooms, and annual fairs at Shilparamam.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
All India Crafts Mela at Shilparamam National craft mela · Development Commissioner of Handlooms, Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India; sponsored by National Jute Board; hosted at Shilparamam craft village	Annual, December 15 – January 5 (typically runs 15–21 days over Christmas–New Year period)	Hyderabad (Madhapur, Hitech City)	600+ stalls: Pochampally Ikat, Gadwal, Gollabhama, Narayanpet, Venkatagiri sarees; woodcarving, terracotta, blue pottery, cane & bamboo, jute, carpets, Kalamkari, Banarasi, Kantha work; live craft demonstrations	Walk-in public fair; artisans book stalls through DC Handlooms office (handlooms.nic.in/silparamam_craft_mela.php); resellers can buy directly from 400+ artisan stalls at retail/negotiated prices; no separate buyer pass required
SARAS Fair Telangana Rural artisan / SHG fair · SERP Telangana (Society for Elimination of Rural Poverty), supported by National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), Govt of India	Annual, September 19–29 (2025 edition confirmed; typically held in Sept–Oct)	Hyderabad (Indira Mahila Shakti Bazaar, Madhapur, next to Shilparamam)	Handicrafts, handlooms & textiles, Banjara embroidery, jewellery, readymade garments, leather goods, pottery, processed food from SHG women across Telangana; 150 stalls; 20-state representation	Free entry; walk-in to meet SHG sellers directly; bulk buyers can negotiate with stall holders; contact SERP Telangana at efms.serp.telangana.gov.in for SHG supplier directories
Numaish – All India Industrial Exhibition Consumer / trade exhibition · Exhibition Society, Hyderabad (est. 1938); non-profit; Ph: 040-24603015 / 24603553; info@exhibitionsociety.com	Annual, January 1 – February 15 (85th edition ran Jan 1 – Feb 15, 2026; 46-day event)	Hyderabad (Nampally Exhibition Grounds, Mukkarram Jahi Road)	Handloom section: Pochampally Ikat, Kalamkari, Gadwal, Narayanpet sarees; home textiles (bed sheets, curtains, linens); accessories; J&K handicrafts, WB, UP, MP handlooms; 1,000+ exhibitors	Walk-in; verified weavers and cooperative stalls; stall booking for exhibitors via Exhibition Society; resellers shop directly from weavers/cooperative stalls; open 11am–10:30pm weekdays, 11am–11pm weekends
National Handloom Expo at NTR Stadium State handloom expo · Dept of Handlooms & Textiles, Govt of Telangana; inaugurated by state Handlooms & Textiles Director	Annual, typically February–March (18-day format; recent edition ran through March 16)	Hyderabad (NTR Stadium / NTR Grounds)	Handloom products from Telangana, AP, Tamil Nadu, Delhi, UP, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, MP, Karnataka; Pochampally, Gadwal, durries, Karimnagar bed sheets, silk sarees	Walk-in public exhibition; weavers and cooperative societies hold stalls; resellers buy direct from stalls at wholesale-friendly quantities; contact Dept of Handlooms & Textiles Telangana (handtex.telangana.gov.in)
Handloom India Expo (Jagdishwar Hastkala) Handloom artisan exhibition · Jagdishwar Hastkala / Hasthakala Artisans Foundation	Annual, typically March (10-day event; 2025 edition ran until March 27)	Hyderabad (Kalinga Cultural Hall, Banjara Hills)	Handmade cotton and silk wear, exclusive silk saris, handloom creations from multiple states; weaver-direct sourcing	Walk-in, 11am–9pm daily; organized around direct weaver-to-customer model; resellers can approach Hastkala organizers for bulk sourcing introductions
State Handloom Expo at Shilparamam State handloom expo · Dept of Handlooms & Textiles, Govt of Telangana; TSCO	Periodic, typically around National Handloom Day (August 7) and festive season; held multiple times per year	Hyderabad (Shilparamam, Madhapur)	Pochampally Ikat, Gadwal, Narayanpet, Siddipet Gollabhama sarees; cotton durries; state weaver cooperative products (TSCO)	Walk-in; TSCO stalls open for direct purchase; bulk buyers can contact TSCO (tsco.co.in) for wholesale supply agreements
Crafts Council of Telangana Bazaars & Exhibitions NGO craft exhibition / bazaar · Crafts Council of Telangana (NGO under Crafts Council of India / World Crafts Council); #28/1/3/1, MLA Colony off Road No.12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad 500034	Multiple times per year; dates announced on craftscounciloftelangana.com	Hyderabad (Banjara Hills; venues vary per event)	Banjara needle craft, Karimnagar silver filigree, Leather puppets (Tholu Bommalata), Bidri ware, Ettikopaka toys, Cheriyal scroll paintings, curated artisan craft	Walk-in; CCT works with retail partners (Trova Craft India, The Wicker Story, Handwoven, Malkha, Dastkari); resellers contact CCT directly at craftscounciloftelangana.com for partnership, sourcing introductions, and exhibition space

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Telangana State Handicrafts Development Corporation (TSHDC) — Golkonda Emporiums	State-run retail + wholesale of all 10 GI-registered Telangana crafts: Nirmal paintings/toys/furniture, Pembarthy brass, Cheriyal paintings, Pochampally Ikat, Karimnagar silver filigree, Gadwal sarees, Siddipet Gollabhama, Narayanpet sarees. 10 showrooms in state + Delhi + Kolkata + 1 Nirmal production centre.	Contact main office for bulk/institutional procurement: Hasthakala Bhavan, Opp Telephone Exchange, Musheerabad, Hyderabad 500020. Ph: +91 98499 00931; Email: golkondacraft@yahoo.com. Online: golkondashop.telangana.gov.in. Banjara Hills branch: +91 98499 00924 / +91 93810 30411, golkondabanjarahills@yahoo.com. No stated MOQ — institutional buyers contact procurement division directly.
TSCO — Telangana State Handloom Weavers Cooperative Society (Apex Body)	Apex cooperative body for handlooms; 380 primary societies, ~13,000 weavers statewide; markets Pochampally, Gadwal, Narayanpet, Siddipet, Warangal cotton durries, Karimnagar textiles. 24 showrooms in Telangana + 7 outside (including Delhi showrooms). E-commerce via tsco.co.in.	B2B and wholesale: contact TSCO head office at Hastha Kala Bhavan, Musheerabad, Hyderabad 500020; website tsco.co.in; 3 divisional marketing offices. Cooperative supply agreements available for bulk buyers; resellers can also source via TSCO's e-platform (Tweaves and Crafts) in collaboration with TSHDC.
Pochampally Handloom Weavers' Co-Operative Society Ltd.	Est. 1955; GI rights holder for Pochampally Ikat alongside the Pochampally Handloom Tie & Dye Silk Sarees Manufacturers Association. Produces Pochampally silk sarees, dress materials in modern colors and exclusive ikat designs. Located in Bhoodan Pochampally village, Nalgonda district.	Wholesale and export enquiries direct to cooperative; 5,000+ looms in village; also available on UNESCO tentative heritage cluster. Contact via Justdial listing or visit Bhoodan Pochampally. Individual wholesale shops in village (Vikas Handlooms, DSR Weaves, SN Handlooms, Raja Rajeshwari Handlooms, Lakshmi Devi Ikkat Silks) also supply resellers directly with no formal MOQ stated.
Gadwal Weavers Society	Est. 1986; manufacturer and wholesaler of Gadwal cotton and silk sarees, also Kanchi, Venkatagiri, Pochampally, and fancy sarees. Showroom at Ameerpet X Road Metro Pillar C1449, 1st Floor, Hyderabad.	Wholesale via WhatsApp: +91 9246186989. Website: gadwalweaverssociety.in. Bulk reseller pricing available; no formal MOQ stated in public sources — negotiate directly.
Silver Filigree of Karimnagar Welfare Society (SIFKA)	Non-profit NGO est. 2008; 520+ enrolled artisans in Karimnagar silver filigree cluster. Revives and markets GI-certified Karimnagar silver filigree jewellery and decorative items.	Contact for wholesale/export supply and artisan-direct sourcing; website kalasilverfiligree.com; SIFKA also interfaces with Golkonda Handicrafts for distribution. Visit Karimnagar city artisan cluster directly.
Crafts Council of Telangana (CCT)	NGO under Crafts Council of India / World Crafts Council; supports Banjara needle craft, Karimnagar filigree, leather puppets (Tholu Bommalata), Bidri, Ettikopaka toys, Cheriyal scroll paintings. Organises bazaars and works with curated retail partners.	Contact for artisan introductions, product development collaborations, and wholesale sourcing of curated craft categories. Address: CCT Building, #28/1/3/1, MLA Colony off Road No.12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad 500034. Website: craftscounciloftelangana.com. Retail partners include Trova Craft India, The Wicker Story, Handwoven, Malkha, Dastkari.
Telangana Stores (IndiaMart wholesale listing)	Hyderabad-based wholesaler aggregating Ikat weaving handlooms and Banjara needle crafts; listed on IndiaMart for B2B bulk orders.	IndiaMart profile: indiamart.com/telangana-stores/ — submit bulk enquiry through platform; also lists Dokra metal crafts. MOQ and pricing negotiated directly.
SERP Telangana — SHG Supplier Network	Society for Elimination of Rural Poverty manages SHG (Self Help Group) networks of rural women artisans producing handicrafts, textiles, Banjara embroidery, pottery, leather goods, processed foods across all 33 districts of Telangana.	Access via SARAS Fair (September, Madhapur Hyderabad) or through SERP Telangana portal (efms.serp.telangana.gov.in/Livelihoods/SARAS). Bulk buyers can connect with SHG federations through SERP district offices for ongoing supply.

Craft clusters

Pochampally Ikat (tie-and-dye silk and cotton weaving) — Bhoodan Pochampally, Nalgonda district GI: Pochampally Ikat (GI 2005; first Telangana GI)
Nirmal Paintings, Nirmal Toys & Furniture (softwood, lacquer, naqqash motifs) — Nirmal town, Adilabad district GI: Nirmal Paintings / Nirmal Furniture / Nirmal Toys & Crafts (GI registered)
Pembarthy Brass Sheet Metal craft (repousse brasswork, deities, panels) — Pembarthy, Warangal district GI: Pembarthy Brass Sheet Metal Craft (GI registered)
Karimnagar Silver Filigree (intricate wire-work jewellery and decorative items) — Karimnagar city GI: Silver Filigree of Karimnagar (GI 2007)
Gadwal Sarees (silk-cotton mix, zari border) — Gadwal town, Wanaparthy district GI: Gadwal Sarees (GI registered)
Narayanpet Sarees (cotton and silk, checks/stripes, temple border) — Narayanpet town, Narayanpet district GI: Narayanpet Handloom Sarees (GI registered)
Warangal Durries (cotton dhurries; 2,000+ weavers; exported to UK, Germany, US) — Warangal city GI: Warangal Durries (GI registered)
Cheriyal Scroll Paintings (bold narrative scroll painting, bright pigments) — Cheriyal village, Siddipet district GI: Cheriyal Scroll Paintings (GI registered)
Adilabad Dokra (lost-wax tribal bell-metal casting; figurines, ornaments) — Ushegaon & Chittalbori villages, Jainoor Mandal, Adilabad district GI: Adilabad Dokra (GI 2018)
Banjara / Lambadi Embroidery (mirror work, coins, shells, beads on handloom base) — Banjara settlements across Telangana; concentrated in Nizamabad, Adilabad, Medak districts
Siddipet Gollabhama sarees (folk-art floral woven motif) — Siddipet district GI: Siddipet Gollabhama (GI registered)
Karimnagar Bed Sheets & Towels (cotton handloom household textiles) — Karimnagar district
Tholu Bommalata (leather shadow puppets, painted & perforated) — Hyderabad and Nalgonda district

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Telangana State Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd (TSHDC) — 'Golkonda' brand — State govt corporation for promotion, development and marketing of handicrafts; operates 10 Golkonda emporiums + Nirmal production unit; holds GI registrations for 10 craft categories; institutional procurement portal at golkondashop.telangana.gov.in
Dept of Handlooms & Textiles, Govt of Telangana — Nodal dept for handloom policy, weavers welfare, cooperative oversight; operates TSCO apex cooperative; runs Tweaves and Crafts e-commerce in partnership with TSHDC; portal: handtex.telangana.gov.in
TSCO — Telangana State Handloom Weavers Cooperative Society (Apex) — Apex handloom cooperative; 380 primary societies, 13,000 weavers; 31 showrooms; manages procurement, marketing and export for state handloom clusters; tsco.co.in
SERP Telangana (Society for Elimination of Rural Poverty) — Runs SARAS Fairs; manages SHG artisan networks for craft production and rural livelihoods; gateway to 150+ rural craft stalls twice yearly and district-level SHG supplier lists
Shilparamam Cultural Complex, Hyderabad (managed by Telangana Tourism / APTDC heritage) — Permanent craft village in Madhapur hosting artisan-in-residence workshops, permanent craft shops by state artisans, and the annual All India Crafts Mela; primary craft tourism and B2C/B2B sourcing hub in Hyderabad; shilparamam.in
DC Handlooms, Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India (regional facilitation) — Sponsors All India Crafts Mela at Shilparamam; facilitates stall allocation to handloom weavers and cooperatives from across India; handlooms.nic.in

Tripura

Tripura is the premier source state for GI-tagged tribal handlooms (Risa, Rignai Pachra), world-class cane and bamboo handicrafts, silver jewellery, and water hyacinth products, all aggregated through a government corporation (THHDC/Purbasha), a pan-NE apex body (NEHHDC), and 1,000+ TBM-supported SHGs and cooperatives — giving resellers multiple direct-procurement and fair-sourcing channels throughout the year.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
36th Tripura Industries and Commerce Fair (TICF) Trade fair · Industries & Commerce Dept. + Tripura Industrial Development Corporation (TIDC)	January 29 – February 12, annual	Agartala (International Fair Ground, Hapania)	Bamboo and cane handicrafts, handloom textiles and sarees, jute, garments, silver jewellery, food processing products, rubber, furniture; 390 indoor stalls	Walk-in public entry daily 2pm–9pm; stall booking via ticf.tripura.gov.in (opens late December, closes mid-January); help desk at Industries Bhavan, Khejurbagan, Agartala, ph 0381-2910399; buyers walk in and negotiate directly with stall holders
State Handloom Expo (Handloom and Handicrafts Fair) Handloom expo · Directorate of Handloom, Handicrafts and Sericulture, Government of Tripura	February 25 onward, 14-day run, annual	Teliamura, Krishnapur constituency (Chakmaghat Barrage premises)	Handloom fabrics, tribal attires (Risa, Rignai), cane and bamboo craft, silk textiles; artisans from across Tripura	Walk-in; direct buyer–artisan interaction encouraged by organizers; contact Directorate of Handloom, Handicrafts and Sericulture, Agartala (state.portal-tr@gov.in) to register as institutional buyer
20th Regional SARAS Mela (TRLM) SARAS craft mela · Tripura Rural Livelihood Mission (TRLM), Panchayats & Rural Development Dept.	December 13–26, annual	Agartala (Hapania Ground)	SHG handicrafts (bamboo, cane, water hyacinth, handloom fabrics, eco-products), food, tribal textiles; 335 SHG stalls from Tripura + outstation SHGs	Walk-in public fair; buyers contact SHG stall holders directly; bulk procurement enquiries via trlm.tripura.gov.in/contactus; SHGs open to B2B orders negotiated on-site
District SARAS Fair, Khowai SARAS craft mela (district level) · TRLM / TRESP (Tribal Rehabilitation and Economic Support Programme)	Early February (typically 3 days), annual	Khowai (Chaitra Fair Ground)	Tribal farm produce, bamboo handicrafts, cane baskets, local handloom; organized by TRESP/TRLM tribal cell	Walk-in; direct SHG seller contact on-site; TRESP district office, Khowai for advance stall lists
Handicrafts Exhibition — National Handicrafts Week Craft exhibition · Directorate of Handloom, Handicrafts and Sericulture, Govt. of Tripura	December 8–14, annual (tied to National Handicrafts Week)	Agartala (Urban Haat, Purbasha, Banamalipur)	Cane and bamboo craft, silver ornaments, handloom textiles, bell-metal articles, woodcarving; artisan stalls curated by the Directorate	Walk-in; direct purchase from artisans; institutional buyers approach Directorate (state.portal-tr@gov.in) for bulk tie-ups post-event
National Handloom Day Expo — Purbasha Handloom expo · Directorate of Handloom, Handicrafts and Sericulture + THHDC (Purbasha)	August 7–11 (around National Handloom Day, August 7), annual	Agartala (Urban Haat, Purbasha)	Handloom fabrics, Risa, Rignai, tribal silk, artisan-curated handloom pieces; top artisans felicitated	Walk-in; Purbasha emporium (thhdcpurbasha@gmail.com, ph +91-87876-31478) accepts wholesale and institutional orders through the emporium; buyers can meet artisans directly at expo stalls
Kharchi Mela Religious-cultural fair with craft bazaar · State government and local temple committee; CM attends inauguration annually	July (7-day festival tied to Kharchi Puja, Hindu calendar)	Old Agartala, Khayerpur	Local handicrafts, traditional bamboo/cane items, handloom textiles, tribal jewellery, traditional food; hundreds of informal stalls around the temple premises	Open walk-in fair; buyers negotiate with artisans directly at stalls; no formal stall booking required for buying
Garia Puja Mela Tribal festival fair · Tribal communities; local administration provides support	April (Baisakh, 7th day, spring harvest festival)	Distributed across tribal villages; major gathering in Gomati and West Tripura districts	Bamboo and cane handicrafts, Risa handloom fabric, traditional tribal products, agri produce	Open walk-in village fairs; buyers approach artisan groups on-site; for large orders contact TRLM district offices or TBM (tripurabamboo@gmail.com) ahead of the festival
Tirthamukh Mela (Poush Sankranti Fair) Religious-cultural fair with craft market · Local community, district administration	January (Poush Sankranti, mid-January), annual	Tirthamukh (confluence of Gomati and Howrah rivers, Gomati district)	Handloom textiles, cane and bamboo handicrafts, agricultural produce, traditional ornaments; tribal and non-tribal artisans	Open walk-in fair; bulk buyers negotiate directly with artisans; no stall booking needed for purchasing
Sanskriti Haat (Weekly Cultural Market) Weekly craft haat / cultural market · Bangla Sanskriti Boloy (NGO); Rs 50.25 lakh state infrastructure grant 2025	Weekly (every Sunday), year-round; Annual Festival in December	Agartala (Senpara, Nandannagar, Old Agartala Block)	Handloom fabrics, tribal craft items, bamboo and cane products, traditional food, cultural artefacts; modelled on Santiniketan's Sonajhuri Haat	Walk-in weekly market open to all; buyers negotiate directly with artisans and SHG sellers every Sunday; best for regular small-lot sourcing; Annual Festival in December draws wider artisan pool
Unakoti Festival (Ashokastami Fair) Pilgrimage-cultural fair with craft bazaar · District administration, Unakoti district	March–April (Ashokastami, lunar calendar), annual	Unakoti (Kailasahar area, Unakoti district)	Traditional handicrafts, handloom, tribal jewellery, bamboo products; local artisans set up stalls at pilgrimage site	Open walk-in; direct artisan purchase; for cluster sourcing in Kailasahar/Unakoti contact District Industries Centre, Unakoti district
South Tripura District Level Handloom Expo District handloom expo · Directorate of Handloom, Handicrafts and Sericulture + ICA (Information and Cultural Affairs Dept.), Govt. of Tripura	Variable; held annually, typically Q1–Q2	Udaipur (South Tripura district)	Handloom and handicraft products from South Tripura artisans; tribal fabrics, cane craft	Walk-in; direct artisan contact; South Tripura DIC office for advance artisan lists and institutional bulk procurement

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Tripura Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. — Purbasha Emporium	State government retail and wholesale aggregator for all Tripura handloom and handicrafts: Risa, Rignai, cane and bamboo craft, silver jewellery, silk, brass items; has Urban Haat Agartala showroom and Delhi, Kolkata outlets	Institutional and wholesale procurement accepted; contact thhdcpurbasha@gmail.com or ph +91-87876-31478; main emporium at Banamalipur (MBB Sarani), Agartala 799007; Delhi outlet: B-3 State Emporia Building, Baba Kharak Singh Road, Connaught Place, New Delhi, ph 011-23364610; Kolkata outlet: Park Street; no fixed public MOQ — contact emporium for bulk pricing
North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHHDC) — Purbashree chain	Pan-NE apex government corporation covering all eight northeastern states including Tripura; sources and wholesale-distributes cane and bamboo craft, handloom textiles, sitalpati, woodcarving, silver ornaments; has infrastructure for bulk and exact-quantity orders	Wholesale and institutional orders accepted; Corporate Office: NEHHDC Craft Promotion Center, Garchuk, Pamohi Road, Guwahati-781035, ph +91-361-2270000, email nehhdc2002@gmail.com; Registered Office: C/O Purbashree Emporium, Police Bazar, Shillong-793001, ph 0364-2224477; Delhi outlet at Dilli Haat ph +91-98109-61720; Kolkata at Dakshinapan ph 033-24237290; website nehhdc.com
Tripura Bamboo Mission (TBM) — Trade Facilitation Cell	Government PPP body supporting 1,000+ SHGs and 60 producer cooperatives across Tripura for bamboo and cane handicrafts; manages market linkages with NEHHDC, THHDC, ITC, Mother Earth, Giskaa; also B2C on Flipkart, eBay, Snapdeal	B2B buyer registration and bulk sourcing via TBM Trade Facilitation Cell; contact ph +91-381-2951179 or +91-98624-27467, email tripurabamboo@gmail.com; office: Old IT Building, Behind IT Bhawan, Indranagar, Kunjaban, Agartala 799006; producers-suppliers directory at tbm.org.in/producers-suppliers/
Killa Mahila Cluster Level Federation (CLF), Gomati District	SHG federation that secured GI tag for Risa handloom; aggregates Tripuri tribal women weavers producing GI-certified Risa fabric across Gomati district; supported by TRLM and NABARD	Wholesale and export inquiries via TRLM (trlm.tripura.gov.in/contactus); or NABARD Tripura Regional Office, Agartala; direct cluster contact through TRLM Gomati district mission manager
Sunali SHG (Unakoti district)	TRLM-supported SHG producing eco-friendly handcrafted products from water hyacinth; won recognition at National SARAS Aajeevika Mela 2026	Contact via TRLM Unakoti district office; attend SARAS Mela in December for direct negotiation; TRLM portal contact: trlm.tripura.gov.in/contactus
Tripura Industrial Development Corporation (TIDC) — Bamboo Park	Provides shed-rental bamboo industrial park at Agartala where small bamboo-craft units operate; facilitates B2B linkages for exporters and wholesalers	Contact TIDC Agartala: tidc.tripura.gov.in; Industries Bhavan, Khejurbagan, Agartala; ph 0381-2910399
IndiaMART-listed bamboo/cane craft suppliers, Agartala	Multiple private suppliers on IndiaMart offering bamboo handicrafts, water hyacinth trays, cane furniture ex-Agartala for wholesale/export	Browse and request quotes at dir.indiamart.com/agartala/bamboo-handicraft.html; typical B2B engagement: send RFQ, minimum order negotiable per supplier, direct factory/workshop visits possible in Agartala

Craft clusters

Cane and bamboo handicrafts (baskets, furniture, mats, room dividers, wall panels, hand fans, containers) — Agartala, Khowai, Kailasahar, Belonia, Sooamura — spread across all four districts; bamboo park at TIDC Agartala GI: Tripura Cane Craft (GI application filed, pending grant as of 2024–25)
Risa / Rignai Pachra tribal handloom (loin-loom woven fabric worn by Tripuri, Reang, Jamatia tribes) — Gomati district (Killa Mahila CLF cluster), Sepahijala district, Unakoti district GI: Risa (GI granted 2024); Rignai Pachra (GI granted 2024)
Tribal silver jewellery and ornaments — Agartala, Dharmanagar, Kailasahar
Water hyacinth craft (trays, baskets, eco-accessories) — Unakoti district (Sunali SHG and others); Sepahijala district
Handloom silk and cotton fabrics (plain and striped tribal weaves) — Southern Tripura (Udaipur, Belonia), Western Tripura (Agartala belt)
Brass and bell-metal articles, woodcarving — Agartala, Dharmanagar
Malabari Pera (temple confection, Tripureswari temple prasad) — Udaipur, South Tripura GI: Mata Bari Pera (GI granted 2024)
Sitalpati (cool-mat weaving from murta reed) — Dharmanagar, Kailasahar, North Tripura

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Directorate of Handloom, Handicrafts and Sericulture, Government of Tripura (Agartala) — Apex state body for handloom and handicraft policy, artisan registration, scheme implementation (design development, tool kits, marketing support); organizes State Handloom Expo, National Handicrafts Week exhibition, National Handloom Day expo; gateway for institutional procurement of GI-tagged products; contact: state.portal-tr@gov.in
Tripura Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. (THHDC) — brand: Purbasha — State government undertaking that procures directly from artisans and retails/wholesales through emporium chain (Agartala, Delhi, Kolkata); accepts institutional bulk orders; primary government wholesale channel for resellers
Tripura Bamboo Mission (TBM) — Government PPP body under Industries and Commerce Dept.; manages 1,000+ SHGs and 60 cooperatives for bamboo/cane craft; runs Trade Facilitation Cell for B2B market linkages with private buyers, NGOs, and exporters
Tripura Rural Livelihood Mission (TRLM) — Organizes SARAS Mela (December, Agartala) and district SARAS fairs; aggregates 52,355 SHGs producing handicrafts, handlooms, water hyacinth products; supports GI certification (Risa); gateway for SHG wholesale procurement
North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHHDC) — Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region — Central government NE apex corporation; wholesale aggregator and exporter of all Tripura crafts; operates Purbashree showrooms in Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati, Shillong, Bangalore; accepts bulk institutional orders from resellers and exporters
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India — State Agency for Tripura — Central agency implementing Ambedkar Hastshilp Vikas Yojana, cluster development, and design resource centre schemes in Tripura; empanels NGOs and cooperatives for craft development grants; contact: handicrafts.nic.in
Tripura Industrial Development Corporation (TIDC) — Operates the Bamboo Industrial Park at Agartala where craft units rent sheds; facilitates export-oriented bamboo craft manufacturing; B2B linkage point for exporters

Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh is India's single richest handicraft sourcing state — holder of 77+ GI tags (most in India), home to Varanasi silk, Lucknow Chikankari, Moradabad brassware, Bhadohi carpets, Saharanpur wood carving, Khurja ceramics, Firozabad glass, Kannauj attar, and Agra marble inlay, with a government ODOP scheme covering all 75 districts that actively connects resellers and exporters to verified artisan clusters.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Taj Mahotsav Craft mela / cultural festival · UP Tourism (Uttar Pradesh Department of Tourism)	February 18–27 (annual, 10-day festival; 35th edition in 2026)	Agra	Marble inlay (pietra dura), zardozi embroidery, brass & metalwork, carpets, pottery, wooden toys, textiles, food; 400+ artisans from across India	Walk-in; entry ₹50/adult at gate counters; buy directly from artisan stalls; no formal buyer pass but stall booking for artisans via UP Tourism — contact uptourism.gov.in or local UP Tourism office Agra
Lucknow Mahotsav Cultural festival with craft mela · Uttar Pradesh Tourism / Lucknow Mahotsav Committee	November 25 – December 5 (annual, 10-day)	Lucknow	Chikankari embroidery, zardozi, Lucknow Awadhi crafts, pottery from Khurja, wooden toys, metalwork from Moradabad; 200+ craft stalls, 20+ regional craft zones	Walk-in; small craftsmen get stalls free of cost; buyers can negotiate directly with artisans at stall; bargaining expected; contact UP Tourism or Lucknow District Administration for stall booking
UP International Trade Show (UPITS 4.0) Trade fair / B2B-B2C expo · Invest UP / India Expo Centre & Mart	September 25–29, 2026 (annual)	Greater Noida	Handloom & textiles, ODOP products, GI-tagged UP handicrafts, Khadi, home decor, metalware, ceramics; dedicated ODOP Pavilion (466 stalls in 2025 edition generated ₹20.77 cr in leads)	Online buyer registration at upinternationaltradeshow.com; separate international, domestic B2B, and B2C buyer tracks; Visitor Relations: +91 9667178554; upits@indiaexpocentre.com; Exhibitor Relations: +91 7428235690
UPITEX — Uttar Pradesh International Trade Expo Trade expo / business fair · PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI)	January 23–27, 2026 (annual)	Lucknow	Consumer goods, lifestyle products, home decor, agri-products, ODOP crafts, handloom, textiles; broad sectoral trade expo with UP artisan and ODOP participation	Register via upitex.com or contact PHDCCI — kaushik.fuloria@phdcci.in; open to B2B buyers, distributors, exporters and resellers; floor stall booking for exhibitors via PHDCCI
IHGF Delhi Fair — Spring & Autumn International handicraft sourcing fair · Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH)	Spring: February 14–18, 2026; Autumn: October 13–17, 2026 (biannual)	Greater Noida	Home decor, furnishings, textiles & linen, gifts, fashion jewellery, lamps, aroma & spa; 3000+ manufacturers/exporters including major UP clusters (Moradabad brass, Bhadohi carpets, Saharanpur wood, UP silk); 2000+ product lines	Overseas buyer registration at ihgfdelhifair.in; free entry for verified trade buyers; buyers from 109 countries attended 2026 Spring edition; direct B2B with factory-compliant exporters; contact epch@epch.com
India Carpet Expo Specialist carpet export trade fair · Carpet Export Promotion Council (CEPC)	October (Bhadohi); 50th edition held April 11–14, 2026 (New Delhi); annual or biannual alternating venues	Bhadohi (Carpet City) and New Delhi (alternating)	Hand-knotted carpets, rugs, durries, floor coverings from Bhadohi-Varanasi cluster; GI-tagged handmade carpets; wool, silk, and blended weaves	Overseas buyer registration at cepc.co.in/buyer-registration; Bhadohi regional office: Carpet Expo Mart, Carpet City, Bhadohi UP 221401, +91-5414-225975, bhadohi@cepc.co.in; free for verified importers/wholesalers
Surajkund International Crafts Mela — UP as Theme State International craft mela · Haryana Tourism / Surajkund Mela Authority; UP Government sends ODOP delegation	January 31 – February 15, 2026 (annual; held in Haryana but UP is major exhibitor)	Faridabad (Haryana) — UP was 2026 Theme State with 40 ODOP stalls	UP ODOP stalls: Firozabad glass bangles, Kannauj perfumes, Azamgarh black pottery, Varanasi zardozi, Lucknow Chikankari, Banaras silk; 40 dedicated UP stalls in 2026	Walk-in public entry; stall booking for UP artisans coordinated through Invest UP / ODOP UP scheme — odopup.in; buyer networking with UP exporters at UP Pavilion
SARAS Aajeevika Mela SHG craft mela / livelihood fair · Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India / National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM)	Typically held 2–3 times a year at various locations; UP editions usually November–December and February–March	Lucknow / Noida / other UP cities (rotates)	SHG-made handicrafts, handloom sarees, pottery, bamboo crafts, food products from 300+ Self-Help Groups across 27 states; UP women artisan SHGs prominent	Walk-in for buyers; SHG stall booking via State Rural Livelihood Mission UP (upsrlm.org); buyers can negotiate wholesale directly with SHG clusters; no formal buyer pass required
Varanasi ODOP Craft Bazaar / Vishwakarma Shram Samman Mela Artisan fair / govt scheme mela · District Administration Varanasi / MSME Ministry	October–November (annual, tied to PM Vishwakarma Yojana rollout events)	Varanasi	Banaras silk sarees, wooden lacquered toys, glass beads, zari work, black stone craft, carpet; certified artisans and small enterprises under PM Vishwakarma scheme	Walk-in; direct purchase from artisans; for bulk B2B sourcing contact ODOP district coordinator at odopup.in or Varanasi District Industries Centre (DIC)

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
SEWA Lucknow (Self Employed Women's Association)	Chikankari embroidery garments and fabric produced by 7000+ women artisans; finest hand-embroidered kurtas, sarees, dupattas on chiffon, muslin, khadi, and wool	Has Italian wholesale client (Comitato Per SEWA Chikan); open to international and domestic wholesale enquiries; shop at Halwasiya Market, near Habibullah Estate, Lucknow + factory outlet at Brahm Nagar; contact via sewalucknow.org
Uttar Pradesh Handloom Fabrics Marketing Cooperative Federation	State apex cooperative aggregating Banarasi silk sarees, Chikan, and handloom textiles from weaver cooperatives in Varanasi, Lucknow, Azamgarh, Mau; government-backed supply chain	Institutional procurement and wholesale supply; contact Directorate of Handlooms and Textiles, UP (handloom.upsdc.gov.in) or the cooperative federation office, Varanasi for bulk orders and reseller tie-ups
Gangotri Emporia (U.P. Handicrafts Development and Marketing Corporation)	Government retail-cum-wholesale chain for UP handicrafts: brass, carpets, silk, marble, Chikankari, wood craft, glass; outlets in Lucknow, Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad	Wholesale procurement possible through UPHDMC head office; Lucknow flagship: 29/31 Hazratganj, opposite PMG Office, Lucknow 226001; for bulk/institutional orders contact UPHDMC at uphdmc.in
Banaras Bunkar Samiti	GI-registered weaver cooperative for Banaras Brocades and Sarees; connects handloom weavers in Varanasi with buyers; one of nine GI applicant bodies for Banarasi silk	Direct wholesale from weavers; contact through Varanasi District Handloom Office or varanasi.nic.in exporter directory; cooperative eliminates middlemen for bulk silk saree orders
Carpet Export Promotion Council (CEPC) — Bhadohi Office	Apex body for 2000+ registered carpet exporters from Bhadohi, Varanasi, Mirzapur; facilitates sourcing of hand-knotted carpets, rugs, durries for importers and wholesalers	Buyer registration free at cepc.co.in/buyer-registration; Bhadohi office: Carpet Expo Mart, Carpet City, Bhadohi UP 221401; phone: +91-5414-225975; email: bhadohi@cepc.co.in; connects to 2000+ member exporters
Aarsun Woods Private Limited	Saharanpur-based wood craft manufacturer and exporter; sheesham wood carved furniture, home decor, decorative panels; exports to international markets	Wholesale and export supply; MOQ varies by product; Nawada Road, near Ganpati Gas Godown, Saharanpur 247001; phone: +91-8192999135, +91-7300913150; website: aarsunwoods.com
Khurja Pottery Manufacturers Association (KPMA)	Industry body for 500+ ceramic units in Khurja producing crockery, artware, sanitaryware, decorative pottery; 23 export-oriented units serving UK, USA, Australia, NZ, UAE	Contact KPMA or individual manufacturers via indiamart.com/saharanpur directory or khurjaceramic.com for wholesale ceramic sourcing; CSIR-CGCRI also supports quality-linked supply programs
Firozabad Mart	Leading manufacturer and wholesaler of glass bangles, glass chandeliers, decorative lighting, glassware from Firozabad — hub of 150+ bangle units employing 50,000 families	Wholesale to retailers, interior designers, hospitality buyers, online sellers across India; website: firozabadmart.com; also sourced through exportersindia.com/firozabad directory; cluster contact via Firozabad Chamber of Commerce
DSF Kannauj / Kannauj Fragrance Industry Cluster	Natural attar, essential oils, hydrosols from Kannauj — GI-tagged Kannauj Perfume; 300+ distilleries producing rose, jasmine, kewra, mitti (earth) attars for domestic and export markets	Wholesale from individual distilleries; kannauj-fragrance.com (DSF Kannauj) and kannaujattar.com for direct sourcing; CAPEXIL (Chemicals & Allied Products Export Promotion Council) supports Kannauj glass-and-fragrance exporters; MOQ typically 500ml–5L per variant
Black Pottery Nizamabad (Azamgarh)	GI-tagged handmade black pottery — household and decorative items produced by Prajapati artisan communities in Nizamabad tehsil; revived under ODOP scheme with export-grade output	Direct wholesale from artisan clusters; contact through ODOP Azamgarh District Coordinator at odopup.in/en/article/azamgarh; organisation: Black Pottery Nizamabad, contact artisan Sanjay Prajapati or Sohit Kumar Prajapati; middlemen eliminated, artisans sell directly to bulk buyers
Export Promotion Bureau Uttar Pradesh (EPB UP)	State government export facilitation body; maintains exporters directory, facilitates participation in international fairs, provides market intelligence for UP handicraft and handloom exporters	Importers and resellers can access verified UP exporter lists; contact epbupindia.in; useful for matchmaking with cluster exporters across all 75 ODOP districts
India Expo Centre & Mart (ODOP Permanent Sourcing Hub)	India's largest exhibition and convention centre in Greater Noida; permanent showroom facilities used for UPITS and IHGF; year-round access to UP ODOP and GI-tag product samples via resident trade offices	Year-round B2B sourcing; contact indiaexpomart.com or upits@indiaexpocentre.com; buyer membership programs available; home to multiple UP craft and textile export houses

Craft clusters

Banarasi Silk Sarees & Brocades — Varanasi GI: Banaras Brocades and Sarees (GI)
Chikankari Embroidery — Lucknow GI: Lucknow Chikan Craft (GI)
Zardozi / Zari Embroidery — Lucknow, Varanasi, Agra GI: Lucknow Zardozi (GI)
Brass & Metal Handicrafts (Moradabad Metal Craft) — Moradabad GI: Moradabad Metal Craft (GI)
Hand-Knotted Carpets & Rugs — Bhadohi, Varanasi, Mirzapur GI: Mirzapur Hand-Made Dari / Bhadohi Carpets
Wood Carving & Furniture — Saharanpur GI: Saharanpur Wood Craft (GI)
Pottery & Ceramics (whiteware, blue pottery) — Khurja (Bulandshahr district) GI: Khurja Pottery (GI)
Glass Bangles & Glassware — Firozabad GI: Firozabad Glass Bangles (GI)
Perfume / Attar (Deg-Bhapka distillation) — Kannauj GI: Kannauj Perfume (GI)
Marble Inlay / Pietra Dura (Pacchikari) — Agra GI: Agra Durrie (GI for flatweave); inlay separately protected
Black Pottery (Nizamabad black pottery) — Azamgarh (Nizamabad tehsil)
Wooden Lacquerware & Toys — Varanasi GI: Varanasi Wooden Lacquerware and Toys (GI)
Farrukhabad Printed Textiles (block print) — Farrukhabad GI: Farrukhabad Prints (GI)
Gulabi Meenakari Jewellery — Varanasi GI: Banaras Gulabi Meenakari Craft (GI)
Scissors & Cutlery — Meerut GI: Meerut Scissors (GI)

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

U.P. Handicrafts Development and Marketing Corporation Ltd. (UPHDMC) — State government apex body for handicraft development, marketing, and export; runs Gangotri Emporium chain across India; facilitates wholesale procurement for institutional and reseller buyers; website: uphdmc.in
ODOP UP (One District One Product — Uttar Pradesh) — Identifies and promotes one signature product per district across all 75 UP districts; provides artisan connect, GI certification support, e-commerce onboarding (GeM-ODOP Bazaar), packaging, branding, and direct buyer-artisan linkage; primary sourcing directory at odopup.in
Directorate of Handlooms and Textiles, UP — Regulates and supports Banarasi silk, Chikankari, and handloom clusters; manages weaver cooperative federations; issues authenticity marks; facilitates bulk procurement for exporters and resellers through cooperative supply chains
Invest UP (Investment & Infrastructure Management Division, UP Government) — Investment facilitation and buyer-seller connects for UP industries including handicrafts; organizes UPITS annually; maintains sectoral investment data for handloom & textiles; invest.up.gov.in
Export Promotion Bureau Uttar Pradesh (EPB UP) — State export facilitation; builds exporters database, co-sponsors international fair participation (Canton Fair, Heimtextil, Ambiente) for UP craftspeople; matchmaking service for importers seeking UP suppliers; epbupindia.in
Uttar Pradesh Export Promotion Council (UPEPC) — Coordinates UP exporter participation in domestic and international trade fairs; maintains fair-and-exhibition calendar; facilitates export finance and market development assistance for craft MSMEs; upepc.org
Carpet Export Promotion Council (CEPC) — Ministry of Textiles, GoI — National council headquartered in Noida/Delhi with regional office in Bhadohi; runs India Carpet Expo; buyer registration portal; 2000+ member exporter directory; critical gateway for wholesale carpet sourcing from Bhadohi-Varanasi cluster; cepc.co.in
Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) — National body organizing IHGF Delhi Fair (held in Greater Noida, UP); largest global handicraft sourcing event twice a year; UP exporters form a major segment; free buyer registration for international buyers; epch.in
Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CSIR-CGCRI) Khurja Campus — Technical and quality support for Khurja ceramic cluster; links exporters to quality standards for international markets; government R&D interface for wholesale-export-grade pottery production
UP Tourism (Uttar Pradesh Department of Tourism) — Organizes Taj Mahotsav (Agra) and supports Lucknow Mahotsav; provides artisan stall allocation for govt fairs; tourism.up.gov.in — primary contact for craft-selling festival participation

Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand is a high-value Himalayan craft state for resellers seeking GI-tagged Aipan folk art, Tamta copperware, Ringal bamboo weaves, woolen/pashmina handlooms, and wood carvings — sourced through the state UHHDC body, Himadri Hans, Avani Earthcraft cooperative, and Rishikesh Natural Fiber Producer Company, with procurement opportunities at seasonal fairs like Jauljibi Mela and DC-Handicrafts-backed exhibitions.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Handicrafts Exhibition (DC Handicrafts–backed, 10-day) Handicrafts expo / govt-supported artisan fair · Rishikesh Natural Fiber Handicrafts Producer Company, supported by DC Handicrafts, Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India	January (Jan 18–27 in 2025); annual	Dehradun (Sahastradhara Road venue)	Natural fiber crafts, Aipan art, bamboo/ringal, cotton garments, jute bags, Uttarakhand handloom, woodcraft, copperware — multi-state artisans	Walk-in for buyers; boutique owners and export agents attended in 2025 and negotiated directly with artisans; stall booking through organizer: rishikeshnaturalhandicrafts@gmail.com, +91 7351009107
Jauljibi Mela (Jauljibi Trade Fair) Cross-border trade fair / craft mela · District Administration Pithoragarh (historically established 1914 by Askot ruler)	November 14–21 annually	Jauljibi, Pithoragarh district (confluence of Kali and Gori rivers, 65 km from Pithoragarh town)	Woolens, carpets, Himalayan herbs (shilajit, asafoetida), honey, ghee, Nepalese handicrafts, local copperware, traditional clothing — India–Nepal cross-border trade fair	Open walk-in market; traders from Haldwani, Delhi, Lucknow, Bareilly, Nepal set up stalls; contact Pithoragarh DM office for stall allocation
Thal Mela Seasonal craft and trade mela · District Administration Pithoragarh	April (Baisakhi / Vaisakhi Sankranti)	Thal, Pithoragarh district	Local handicrafts, woolens, agricultural produce, traditional goods from Kumaon hills	Walk-in market; local artisans and traders set up stalls; contact District Industries Centre (DIC) Pithoragarh for participation
Nanda Devi Mela (Nanda Devi Mahotsav) Religious festival with craft bazaar · District Administration Almora / Nanda Devi Temple Trust	September (Nandashtami, 5-day festival)	Almora	Kumaon handicrafts, Aipan art products, woolen garments, Pahadi jewelry, agricultural products — local artisan and trader market alongside religious fair	Walk-in; local and regional traders set up stalls; contact almora.nic.in or DIC Almora for stall info; ~25,000 footfall annually
Magh Mela (Uttarkashi) Religious fair with craft/handicraft market · District Administration Uttarkashi	January 14–21 (Makar Sankranti to Magh month)	Uttarkashi	Woolen shawls, carpets, wooden artifacts, metalwork, traditional jewelry from Uttarkashi district artisans	Walk-in; artisan stalls open to all buyers; contact DIC Uttarkashi for stall allocation
Bissu Fair (Chakrata Jaunsari Tribal Fair) Tribal cultural festival with craft market · District Administration Dehradun / local Jaunsari community	April (harvest season / Baisakhi period)	Chakrata, Dehradun district	Jaunsari tribal crafts, woolen textiles, traditional clothing, folk artifacts of the Jaunsari tribe	Walk-in; reflects cultural heritage of Jaunsari tribe; buyers can purchase directly from tribal artisans
Uttarakhand Handloom & Handicraft Mela (UHHDC-organized) State government craft mela / handloom expo · Uttarakhand Handloom & Handicraft Development Council (UHHDC), Patel Nagar, Dehradun	Multiple times per year; check uttarakhandcrafts.com for current schedule	Dehradun / Haridwar / Delhi NCR (rotates)	Pashmina/wool shawls, Aipan art, Ringal bamboo, copperware, cotton handlooms, wax craft — state craft selection	Walk-in as buyer; contact UHHDC CEO S. Nautiyal via IndiaMART listing or uttarakhandcrafts.com for stall booking and wholesale procurement
SARAS Aajeevika Mela (Uttarakhand SHG participation) SARAS mela / rural SHG craft fair · Ministry of Rural Development, Govt of India (NRLM / Aajeevika Mission)	February (Gurugram edition 2026); September (Delhi edition) — annual	Gurugram / Delhi (national circuit; Uttarakhand SHGs participate)	Woolen items, handloom textiles, Aipan products, organic foods from Uttarakhand SHG women artisans	Walk-in for buyers; Uttarakhand SHG stalls can be contacted for bulk orders; register as buyer/exhibitor via state NRLM office Dehradun

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Himadri Hans Handloom (The Hans Foundation initiative)	Handwoven woolen shawls, Almora tweeds, stoles, blankets by ~700 rural women weavers in Kumaon; naturally dyed, sustainable	Bulk order inquiry via hanshandlooms.in/contact/ or email info@hanshandlooms.in; submit trade inquiry with product, quantity, delivery date; MOQ negotiated per order; also listed on GoSwadeshi platform
Avani / Kumaon Earthcraft Cooperative	Hand-spun, hand-woven, plant-dyed textiles (shawls, stoles, sarees, home furnishings, garments) by vulnerable women and girls across 7 village centres in Kumaon	Contact info@avani-kumaon.org or +91 9411767118; PO Tripuradevi, via Berinag, Pithoragarh 262531; no public MOQ — negotiate directly; e-shop at avani-earthcraft.com
Rishikesh Natural Fiber Handicrafts Producer Company Pvt Ltd	Natural and allied fiber handicrafts (jute, bhimal fiber bags, cotton garments, bamboo) by 243 artisans; AHVY scheme producer company under DC Handicrafts	Explicitly bridges artisans with bulk buyers; contact rishikeshnaturalhandicrafts@gmail.com, +91 7351009107 or 0135-2433658; Upper Road, Dhalwala, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh 249201; e-shop at rishikeshhandmade.com
Uttarakhand Handloom & Handicraft Development Council (UHHDC)	State apex body aggregating Aipan art, copperware, Ringal craft, woolens, cotton handlooms from artisans across all districts; manages souvenir design projects and emporium retail	Procurement via council; emporium outlets in Dehradun (flagship), Nainital, Almora, Delhi; contact via IndiaMART listing (CEO S. Nautiyal) or uttarakhandcrafts.com; Directorate of Industries, Industrial Area, Patel Nagar, Dehradun 248001
Uttarakhand Haat (online marketplace and vendor platform)	Aggregates 30+ craft categories: Kumaoni jewelry, Aipan art, home decor, Pahadi Topi, kitchenware, traditional musical instruments, spices, teas — artisan-certified	Vendor program via 'Sell on Uttarakhand Haat' page; resellers can also bulk-buy; contact hello@uttarakhandhaat.com or +91 9897340097; Haldwani, Uttarakhand; WhatsApp available
Aipankari	GI-tagged Aipan folk art: wall plates, wall clocks, nameplates, pooja thalis, Om mandala, tote bags, mobile covers — 100+ products by Kumaoni women artists	Corporate gifting and bulk orders page on aipankari.com; contact hello@aipankari.com or +91 7973615955 (Mon–Sat 10am–7pm); MOQ on request
Kamla Mahila Handicraft Udyog Avm Vikas Society	Hand-embroidery, tie-and-dye, block print, stitched garments, table runners, cotton bed sheets by women artisans; NGO est. 1998	Contact President Manjusha Tyagi: kamlamahila@rediffmail.com, +91 9927866617; 6 Arvind Marg, Dehradun 248001; wholesale terms negotiated directly
Copper Craft Utensils Almora (Tamta community supplier)	Copper utensils, pooja diya, mangal kalash, water bottles, traditional copperware from Almora's Tamta Mohalla community	Listed on IndiaMART and Dial4Trade; contact via IndiaMART listing for wholesale pricing and MOQ; direct sourcing from Tamta Mohalla, Almora
Uttarakhand Khadi and Village Industries Board (UKVIB)	Khadi fabrics, village industries products (honey, edible oils, soaps, leather goods, handspun cloth) and craft items from across the state	Wholesale via UKVIB emporium and registered outlets; contact hq.ukvib@gmail.com; Thano Road, Bhopalpani, Dehradun 248008; website ukvib.org

Craft clusters

Aipan folk art (ritual floor/paper painting, GI-tagged) — Kumaon region — Almora, Pithoragarh, Bageshwar, Chamoli GI: Aipan Art (GI tag 2021, UNESCO intangible heritage 2025)
Tamta copperware (copper utensils, kalash, water filters, musical instruments) — Almora (Tamta Mohalla), Bageshwar, Pithoragarh GI: Tamta Copper Craft (GI published, Pithoragarh)
Ringal bamboo craft (baskets, mats, trays, lamps, utility items) — Chamoli, Bageshwar, Almora, Rudrapur GI: Ringal Craft (GI published, Pithoragarh)
Woolen/pashmina handloom (shawls, stoles, blankets, tweeds) — Almora, Nainital, Pithoragarh, Pauri Garhwal, Chamoli (Niti-Mana Village)
Wood carving / Likhai (carved doors, panels, decorative artifacts) — Tehri Garhwal, Chamoli, Uttarkashi
Natural fiber crafts (jute, bhimal, Himalayan fiber bags, home textiles) — Rishikesh (Muni Ki Reti), Tehri Garhwal
Pichora (traditional Kumaoni ritual stole, handwoven, symbolic patterns) — Almora, Bageshwar, Nainital
Tibetan/Bhotiya woolen carpets and rugs — Pithoragarh (Munsyari), Chamoli (Mana village)
Wax and candle craft — Ranikhet, Almora district

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Uttarakhand Handloom & Handicraft Development Council (UHHDC) — State apex body for handloom and handicraft promotion; runs emporiums in Dehradun, Nainital, Almora, Delhi; organizes state-level melas and fairs; facilitates artisan-buyer linkages; manages GI craft projects (Aipan, Ringal, Copperware); website uttarakhandcrafts.com
Uttarakhand Khadi and Village Industries Board (UKVIB) — Promotes khadi, village industries, and cottage crafts; runs khadi emporiums and wholesale supply points; issues artisan certifications; contact hq.ukvib@gmail.com, Dehradun
DC Handicrafts / Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India — Funds and co-organizes handicraft exhibitions in Uttarakhand (e.g. Jan 2025 Dehradun expo); empanels NGOs and producer companies; operates AHVY scheme for artisan producer companies; portal: handicrafts.nic.in
District Industries Centres (DIC) — Almora, Pithoragarh, Dehradun, Uttarkashi, Chamoli — First point of contact for artisan registration, craft cluster identification, subsidies, and stall allocation at district-level fairs; also manages PMEGP and other artisan finance schemes
National Handloom Development Corporation (NHDC) — Provides yarn, raw materials, and marketing support to handloom weavers in Uttarakhand (including Niti-Mana village, Chamoli); portal nhdc.org.in for bulk yarn procurement and weaver tie-ups

West Bengal

West Bengal is India's richest state for handloom and heritage handicraft sourcing, offering 27+ GI-tagged products, a deep cooperative infrastructure (TANTUJA, Manjusha, Bangasree, Biswa Bangla), and multiple annual government-run fairs where resellers can walk in, meet artisans directly, and place wholesale orders.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Hasta Shilpa Mela (West Bengal State Handicrafts Expo) State handicraft expo / craft mela · Dept of MSME & Textiles, Govt of West Bengal	November–December annually (typically late Nov to mid-Dec); 2023-24 edition ran 24 Nov–17 Dec 2023	Kolkata (Eco Park, New Town, Gate 1)	All WB crafts: Dokra, Kantha, Pattachitra, terracotta, Baluchari silk, bamboo, wood, conch shell, Shantiniketan leather, jute, Bishnupur silk, Madur kathi mats, clay dolls	Walk-in; no buyer pass required. ~5,000 artisans attend; buyers can negotiate directly with artisan stalls. Stall booking for sellers via MSME dept (wbspoe.myenterprisewb.in). Buyer-seller meets arranged by state.
Hasta Shilpa Mela – Shantiniketan Edition State handicraft expo · Dept of MSME & Textiles, Govt of West Bengal	January (typically 10–26 January); 2026 edition ran 10–26 Jan 2026	Bolpur, Birbhum (Biswa Khudra Bazar, Santiniketan)	Shantiniketan leather goods, Kantha, batik, terracotta, dokra, Birbhum weaves, folk paintings	Walk-in; artisan stalls open to direct negotiation. Procurement officers from Manjusha and Bangasree also source here.
Hasta Shilpa Mela – Siliguri Edition State handicraft expo · Dept of MSME & Textiles, Govt of West Bengal	December–January (typically 22 Dec–14 Jan); annual	Siliguri, North Bengal	North Bengal specialties: Sitalpati (Cooch Behar), Dhokra, bamboo/cane, Darjeeling tea accessories, Thangka, tribal jewelry, Dooars forest products	Walk-in; direct artisan contact at stalls. Useful access point for North Bengal cluster products rarely seen in Kolkata fairs.
Saras Mela Kolkata (State SARAS / Aajeevika Mela) SARAS / SHG craft mela · West Bengal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (WBSRLM) / Dept of MSME & Textiles	December–January (typically Dec 22–Jan 2); annual	Kolkata (New Town Mela Prangan, BF Block Action Area 1)	Handloom sarees, kantha, jute bags, bamboo crafts, terracotta, Dokra, traditional food products — from SHG women artisans across all WB districts and other states	Walk-in for buyers; 450+ stalls. Resellers can approach individual SHG stalls directly. State pavilions grouped by district — easy cluster sourcing. Contact: shg.wbscl.in
Poush Mela (Pous Mela) Cultural craft mela / heritage fair · Visva-Bharati University	7th Poush (Bengali calendar) = December 22–27 annually	Shantiniketan, Birbhum	Baul music instruments, Kantha, batik textiles, Shantiniketan leather, terracotta, dokra, bamboo, handwoven fabrics, folk painting scrolls (Pattachitra), vintage saris	Free walk-in; ~1,500 stalls; no buyer pass. Artisans from across Bengal attend. Resellers can negotiate MOQ at individual stalls. Ideal for Shantiniketan leather, batik, Kantha sourcing.
Banglar Tanter Haat (Bengal Handloom Fair) Handloom expo / weaver fair · Directorate of Textiles, Dept of MSME & Textiles, Govt of West Bengal	September (typically 4–21 September); annual	Kolkata (Boimela Prangan / Central Park Mela Ground, Salt Lake)	Taant sarees, Jamdani, Baluchari, Tangail, Shantipur-Phulia weaves, Muslin, Murshidabad silk; all major WB handloom varieties	Walk-in; weavers' cooperative societies exhibit directly. Bulk buyers can negotiate with TANTUJA procurement officers present at the fair. Contact: textilesdirectorate.wb.gov.in
State Handicrafts, Handloom & Swarojgar Fair State handicraft and handloom expo · Dept of MSME & Textiles, Govt of West Bengal	February–March (typically Feb–March); annual; 2024 ran 22 Feb–14 Mar 2024	Kolkata (Eco Park, New Town)	Full spectrum of WB handicrafts plus handloom, rural enterprise (Swarojgar) products: jute, bamboo, cane, terracotta, embroidery, metal craft, leather	Walk-in; direct artisan and SHG stalls. Buyer-seller sessions organized by MSME department. WBSEPS (West Bengal State Export Promotion Society) often co-organizes buyer sessions.
YARNFAB-TX Kolkata B2B textile trade fair · Private trade organizer at Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan	November (27–29 Nov 2026 confirmed)	Kolkata (Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan, New Town)	Yarns, fabrics, handloom textiles, denim, natural fibres including Bengali cotton/silk; B2B trade for textile buyers and manufacturers	Trade registration required; stall booking open to exhibitors; buyers register online at the fair website. Primarily B2B — resellers and fabric wholesalers attend.
Ganga Sagar Mela Pilgrimage festival with large craft bazaar · West Bengal Govt (District Administration, South 24 Parganas)	Makar Sankranti — 13–15 January annually; 2026 edition: 13–15 Jan 2026	Sagar Island (Sagardwip), South 24 Parganas	Conch shell crafts, clay idols, jute goods, bamboo products, tribal craft from Sundarbans artisans, cotton textiles, traditional religious craft objects	Free walk-in; vast informal craft market alongside the pilgrimage. Good for bulk sourcing of conch shell and Sundarbans cluster crafts. No formal buyer registration.
India Global Grand Trade Fair Kolkata International lifestyle and craft trade fair · Private organizer (multi-state participation)	January–February (annual); typically runs 3–4 weeks	Kolkata (Patuli Circus Ground, South Kolkata)	Pan-India crafts including Bengali terracotta, kantha, handloom sarees, bamboo, leather, dokra, silver jewelry, tribal craft from Northeast India	Walk-in for retail buyers; stall booking for sellers/exhibitors. Resellers can approach individual stalls; no separate buyer pass.

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Biswa Bangla Marketing Corporation Ltd (Biswa Bangla)	State brand aggregating GI-tagged WB handicrafts and handloom: Baluchari, Dokra, Kantha, Madur Kathi, Chhau masks, Kushmandi masks, Shantiniketan leather, muslin, terracotta from accredited artisans statewide	Bulk/institutional procurement accepted — email info@biswabangla.in or call +91-8336996175 / +91-8336992546. 78 showrooms across India (5 in Kolkata). Online shop at biswabangla.in. MOQ negotiable; products pre-quality-graded to international standards.
TANTUJA (West Bengal State Handloom Weavers Co-operative Society Ltd)	Apex apex handloom co-op marketing Jamdani, Baluchari, Tangail, Shantipur/Phulia sarees, dhotis, bed linen from 12 procurement centres and primary weavers' societies across WB	Contact tantuja@tantuja.com or +91-33-2334-8723. HQ: TANTUJA BHAVAN, 18/4, Block DD, Sector-1, Salt Lake, Kolkata 700064. 84 showrooms (67 in WB, 17 outside). Wholesale/dealer arrangements available — contact procurement division directly.
Manjusha (West Bengal Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd)	Govt enterprise marketing WB handicrafts from ~5 lakh artisans: Kantha, terracotta, Baluchari silk, dokra, bamboo, jute, Shantiniketan leather, clay dolls across all districts	Vendor empanelment available at manjusha.in (Apply for Empanelment form). 13 showrooms statewide (Asansol, Berhampore, Bolpur, Bardhaman, Dhakuria, Haldia, Lake Market, Malda, Maniktala, Raiganj, Salt Lake, Suri) + New Delhi. Online via Snapdeal and balucharisaree.in.
Bangasree (West Bengal State Handicrafts Co-operative Society Ltd)	State apex cooperative society: procures directly from artisan societies and individual artisans; markets through showrooms; covers all major WB craft categories	Main showroom: Bangasree Bhavan, 4D/23/1 Dharmartala Road, Tiljala, Kolkata 700039. Showroom at 22A Bhupen Bose Avenue, Shyambazar, Kolkata 700004. Also has outstation showrooms. Approach for institutional/bulk procurement directly. Website: bangasree.in
Crafts Council of West Bengal (CCWB) / Artisana	NGO (est. 1966) aggregating artisans from across Eastern India; operates Artisana retail outlet with Shitalpati, Kantha, Sholapith, Dokra, terracotta, masks, wood carving, Krishnanagar toys, jute, horn items, Baluchari, batik	Retail and bulk supply — contact directly at +91-33-2466-1360 / +91-9831009845, email artisana_cct@yahoo.co.in. Artisana outlet: 13 Chowringhee Terrace, Bhowanipore, Kolkata 700020. B2B terms negotiated case-by-case.
Bengal Home Industries Association	Est. 1916; supplies and trades handloom sarees, bed/table linen, handicrafts, jute goods — one of the oldest craft trade bodies in Bengal	Contact bhindasso@gmail.com. Registered address: 172/3 Rashbehari Avenue, Kolkata 700029. Online at bengalhome.in. Wholesale and trade supply terms available directly.
Chitrataru Collective, Naya Village	300+ Patua artist cooperative in Naya, Pingla (Paschim Medinipur) producing Bengal Pattachitra scroll paintings; GI-tagged	Contact via NGO partner banglanatak.com (Kolkata-based social enterprise that market-links artisans nationally/internationally). Village is accessible; direct artisan sourcing possible on-site. Export orders coordinated through banglanatak platform.
West Bengal Khadi & Village Industries Board (WBKVIB) — Rural Craft Hub Program	Govt program developing craft villages into supply hubs: Panchmura (terracotta), Dariyapur (Dokra), Sitalpati (Cooch Behar), Madur Kathi (Sabang), Kantha (Murshidabad/Birbhum) with museum-cum-sale centers at each hub	Contact WBKVIB at wbkvib.org.in. Craft hubs have on-site sales and take bulk orders routed through district cooperatives. Buyers can visit craft villages directly and negotiate with artisan societies.

Craft clusters

Baluchari Silk Saree — Bishnupur, Bankura GI: Baluchari Saree (GI 2008)
Bankura Horse (terracotta horse figurine) — Panchmura, Bankura GI: Bankura Horse (GI)
Dokra (lost-wax metal casting) — Dariyapur, Purba Bardhaman; Bikna, Bankura GI: Bengal Dokra (GI)
Terracotta pottery and figurines — Panchmura (Bankura); Bishnupur; Krishnanagar (Nadia) GI: Bankura Terracotta (GI recognition)
Pattachitra / Patua scroll painting — Naya village, Pingla, Paschim Medinipur GI: Bengal Patachitra (GI)
Kantha embroidery — Murshidabad; Nanoor, Birbhum; Bolpur GI: Nakshi Kantha (GI)
Jamdani weave (muslin) — Fulia / Phulia (Nadia); Murshidabad; North 24 Parganas GI: Bengal Jamdani (GI 2010)
Taant / Tangail cotton saree — Shantipur and Fulia, Nadia GI: Shantipur Saree (GI)
Murshidabad silk — Jiaganj, Berhampore, Murshidabad GI: Murshidabad Silk
Shantiniketan leather (embossed batik leather bags, footwear) — Bolpur / Shantiniketan, Birbhum GI: Shantiniketan Leather Craft (GI)
Sitalpati (cool mat weaving from mutra cane) — Cooch Behar, North Bengal GI: Cooch Behar Sitalpati (GI)
Madur Kathi (mat weaving from madur reed) — Sabang, Paschim Medinipur GI: Madurkathi (GI)
Chhau Mask (papier-mache ritual mask) — Charida village, Baghmundi, Purulia GI: Purulia Chhau Mask (GI 2018)
Wooden mask (folk deity masks) — Kushmandi, Dakshin Dinajpur GI: Kushmandi Wooden Mask (GI)
Darjeeling Tea — Darjeeling hills / Kalimpong GI: Darjeeling Tea (India's first GI product)
Krishnanagar clay doll (hand-painted clay figurines) — Krishnanagar, Nadia GI: Krishnanagar Clay Doll
Jute handicrafts (bags, baskets, home decor) — Kolkata (Metiabruz, Garden Reach) and South 24 Parganas
Shola / Sholapith (pith-wood sculpture, bridal headgear) — Bardhaman; Nadia; Howrah villages
Conch shell craft (Sankha) — Shankharipara, Kolkata; South 24 Parganas

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Dept of MSME & Textiles (MSME&T), Govt of West Bengal — wbmsmet.gov.in — Apex department organizing all state handicraft expos (Hasta Shilpa Mela, Tanter Haat, Jamdani Fair, SARAS Mela); runs vendor registration portal wbspoe.myenterprisewb.in; administers artisan/weaver schemes; focal point for stall booking and buyer-seller meets
Directorate of Textiles, Govt of West Bengal — textilesdirectorate.wb.gov.in / handloom.wb.gov.in — Governs handloom sector; organizes Banglar Tanter Haat; supervises primary weavers' cooperative societies; manages Handloom Development Officer (HDO) offices at district level for cluster procurement
Biswa Bangla Marketing Corporation Ltd (BBMC) — biswabangla.in — Govt enterprise under MSME&T; brand owner of 'Biswa Bangla'; aggregates GI-tagged WB products from accredited artisans; runs 78 showrooms nationally; accepts institutional/export procurement inquiries
West Bengal Khadi & Village Industries Board (WBKVIB) — wbkvib.org.in — Develops Rural Craft Hubs at cluster villages (terracotta, Dokra, Kantha, Sitalpati, Madur Kathi); runs exhibitions; provides working capital and market linkage to artisans; buyers can source through Board's village hubs
West Bengal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (WBSRLM) / WBSCL — shg.wbscl.in — Organizes Kolkata SARAS Mela at New Town; federates SHG artisan groups across all WB districts; entry point for bulk sourcing from rural women's SHG collectives
West Bengal State Export Promotion Society (WBSEPS) — wbseps.com — Co-organizes buyer-seller meets at state handicraft expos; facilitates export introductions; provides export documentation support for handicraft resellers/exporters
Portal for Artisans & Weavers (Directorate of MSME) — artisan.wb.gov.in — Artisan registration, scheme access, and procurement linkage platform; resellers can identify registered artisans and societies by craft/district for direct sourcing

Delhi (NCT)

Delhi is India's single most important craft-sourcing hub for resellers and exporters — it hosts the world's largest B2B handicraft fair (IHGF), houses EPCH, CCIC, DSIIDC, and dozens of sector-specific wholesale clusters, and aggregates artisans from every Indian state through permanent haats and rotating craft bazaars year-round.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
IHGF Delhi Fair (Spring) — 61st Edition B2B trade fair / handicraft sourcing expo · Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH), Ministry of Textiles	February 14–18, 2026 (annual, Spring edition each February)	Greater Noida, Delhi NCR (India Expo Centre & Mart)	Full spectrum of Indian handicrafts: home decor, furniture, gifts, textiles, leather, jewellery, ceramics, paper crafts — 2000+ product lines across 16 categories	Free entry for approved domestic and overseas trade buyers; pre-register at ihgfdelhifair.in/register; B2B only (no public/consumer entry); visa letters available from EPCH at visitors@ihgfdelhifair.in or +91 9818725553
IHGF Delhi Fair (Autumn) — 62nd Edition B2B trade fair / handicraft sourcing expo · Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH), Ministry of Textiles	October 13–17, 2026 (annual, Autumn edition each October)	Greater Noida, Delhi NCR (India Expo Centre & Mart)	Same full-spectrum handicraft and home-furnishing categories as Spring edition; exporters-and-buyers meet held during fair fortnight	Pre-register at ihgfdelhifair.in/register; free entry for verified trade buyers; stall application form available on epch.in (EPCH-4/2[1]/2026-IHGF/AUTUMN)
Bharat Tex 2026 Trade fair / textile & handloom expo · Consortium of all Textile-related Export Promotion Councils, Ministry of Textiles	July 14–17, 2026 (3rd edition; annual)	New Delhi (Bharat Mandapam / Pragati Maidan)	Entire textile value chain: handlooms, heritage handicrafts, yarns, fabrics, apparel, home textiles, technical textiles; handloom and craft pavilions prominent	Domestic buyer registration and overseas buyer registration both open at bharat-tex.com; overseas buyers receive hotel accommodation + airport transfers; contact event@bharat-tex.com
India International Trade Fair (IITF) — 45th Edition Trade fair / national expo · India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), Ministry of Commerce	November 14–27, 2026 (annual)	New Delhi (Bharat Mandapam / Pragati Maidan)	State pavilions showcasing handicrafts, handlooms, tribal art, block prints, pottery, jewellery alongside electronics and agriculture; dedicated craft sections from all states	General visitors walk in with tickets (available at metro stations and online); trade/business days first week for B2B; state pavilions open to bulk negotiation with artisan sellers directly
39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela Craft mela / international crafts festival · Surajkund Mela Authority & Haryana Tourism, in collaboration with Union Ministries of Tourism, Textiles, Culture and External Affairs	January 31–February 15, 2026 (annual; typically last week of Jan to mid-Feb)	Faridabad, Haryana (adjacent to Delhi NCT border)	Largest crafts fair in the world: handlooms, tribal crafts, pottery, woodwork, textiles, jewellery, folk performances; 300+ stall artisans from all Indian states and partner countries	Walk-in for buyers; exporters and buyers meet organised during the mela fortnight by EPCH; artisan stall booking via haryanatourism74@gmail.com; ticket entry for public
Dastkari Haat Samiti Annual Crafts Bazaar — 40th Edition Craft bazaar / artisan fair · Dastkari Haat Samiti (national artisan association)	January 1–15, 2026 (annual; held at New Year each year)	New Delhi (Dilli Haat INA)	130+ stalls: ikat, Banarasi weaves, hand-block prints, Chanderi, Bandhani, Kalamkari, baskets, pottery, durries, Madhubani, miniature painting, Gond art, Kolhapuri chappals, bamboo crafts	Walk-in; artisans sell directly without intermediaries; bulk negotiation possible with individual stall holders; contact via dastkarihaat.com
Dastkar Nature Bazaar (Monsoon Mela & seasonal editions) Craft bazaar / seasonal artisan fair · Dastkar — A Society for Crafts and Craftspeople	Multiple editions: Monsoon Mela August 7–18; Solidarity Bazaar April 15–26; Annual Sale March; total 9 themed events August 2025–April 2026 cycle	New Delhi (Kisan Haat, Andheria Modh, Chattarpur)	Artisan textiles, handblock prints, natural-dye fabrics, craft objects, pottery, jewellery; curated to NGO-supported artisans from across India	Walk-in (11 AM–7/8 PM); artisans present and sell directly; resellers approach stall holders; check upcoming dates at dastkar.org/event
PM Vishwakarma Haat 2026 Artisan exhibition / govt scheme showcase · Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MoMSME)	January 18–31, 2026	New Delhi (Dilli Haat INA)	Crafts from 117+ participants under PM Vishwakarma Scheme: blacksmiths, goldsmiths, cobblers, carpenters, weavers, potters, stonecutters and more traditional craftspersons	Open to public 10:30 AM–10 PM; resellers walk in and negotiate directly with artisans; scheme artisans registered on PM Vishwakarma portal
SARAS Aajeevika Mela 2026 Craft mela / women artisan fair · Ministry of Rural Development / NRLM (National Rural Livelihoods Mission)	February 10–26, 2026 (annual; typically Feb)	Gurugram (Leisure Valley Park, Sector-29) — Delhi NCR	450+ stalls: handwoven textiles, bamboo crafts, natural-dye fabrics, spices, regional foods, pottery — all produced by women-led SHG groups from 28 states	Walk-in; buy directly from SHG sellers; online portal at esaras.in for year-round ordering from SHG producers; Knowledge Pavilion for seller onboarding
Dilli Haat INA Permanent Craft Market (rotating artisan stalls) Permanent craft haat / rotating artisan market · Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC)	Year-round, daily 11 AM–10 PM; themed festivals at Teej, Diwali, Karwa Chauth	New Delhi (INA, South Delhi)	Regional crafts from across India: handwoven textiles, terracotta, woodwork, brass, Kashmiri handicrafts, tribal jewellery, regional food; stalls rotate every 15 days	Walk-in with nominal entry ticket; stalls rotate fortnightly giving access to fresh artisan stock; wholesale negotiation possible directly with stall holders

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH)	Apex body for 10,000+ handicraft exporter-members across India; organises IHGF Delhi Fair; member directory open to buyers	Join as Merchant Exporter member at epch.in/membership-registration (Rs 8,850 + GST all-in); gets access to IHGF fair, trade leads, MDA schemes, global buyer introductions; EPCH House, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi 110070
Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India (CCIC) — Cottage Emporium	GOI-owned flagship arts and crafts department store at Janpath; stocks khurja pottery, blue pottery, kota doria sarees, brass, woodwork, silver, handloom from all states	Wholesale and bulk orders possible; contact 91-9971758003 or shoponline.cottageemporium.in; walk in to Janpath, New Delhi 110001 for bulk negotiation
DSIIDC Bharati Emporium	Delhi State Industrial & Infrastructure Development Corporation emporium; platform for Delhi-based artisans and national awardee craftspeople; sarees, carpets, shawls, brassware, leather, woodcarving	Contact emporium@dsiidc.org or call 23340343 / 23363287; wholesale enquiries via dsiidc.org; state-level procurement and artisan linkage possible
Dastkari Haat Samiti	National association of craftspeople; aggregates artisans from all states; organises annual bazaars at Dilli Haat INA; zardozi, ikat, block prints, pottery, Gond art, durries	Approach directly at dastkarihaat.com; artisans listed with contact; attend January annual bazaar at Dilli Haat INA for direct bulk negotiation; no formal MOQ — negotiate per artisan
Dastkar — A Society for Crafts and Craftspeople	NGO running Nature Bazaar (Kisan Haat, Chattarpur, Delhi); curated craft seller network from across India; natural-dye textiles, handblock prints, tribal crafts	Walk-in during Nature Bazaar events (dastkar.org/event); contact Dastkar for artisan introductions for wholesale; address: Kisan Haat Andheria Modh, New Delhi 110074
AIACA (All India Artisans and Craftworkers Welfare Association)	Delhi-based NGO managing Craftmark certification for 80+ craft enterprises, 1,10,000+ artisans across 23 states; enterprise support and market access programmes	Approach for verified Craftmark supplier list and enterprise introductions; office at 18 Community Centre 3rd Floor, East of Kailash, New Delhi 110065; aiacaonline.org
NEHHDC Purbashree Emporium (Delhi outlet)	North Eastern Handicrafts & Handlooms Development Corporation retail-wholesale outlet in New Delhi; bamboo crafts, cane, Assam silk, tribal textiles from North East India	Walk-in wholesale enquiries at the New Delhi Purbashree outlet; institutional procurement via nehhdc.com
National Handloom Development Corporation (NHDC)	Central PSU showcasing and selling authentic handloom textiles direct from weavers; handloom sarees, fabrics, home textiles; presence in Delhi	Bulk procurement via nhdc.org.in; B2G and B2B wholesale programmes; India Handloom Brand certified products available for resellers
Sadar Bazaar wholesale cluster (aggregated traders)	Largest wholesale market in India (Rs 300 crore/day transactions); textiles, handicraft gifts, brassware, decorative items, festival goods — hundreds of wholesale traders	Walk-in, no registration; minimum orders negotiated per trader; best days Mon–Sat 10 AM–8 PM; located near New Delhi Railway Station, Old Delhi

Craft clusters

Zari / Zardozi metallic thread embroidery — Chandni Chowk / Kinari Bazar, Old Delhi GI: Zari Zardozi of Delhi (cluster recognised; GI overlap with Lucknow Zardozi GI)
Handwoven carpets and dhurries — Sadar Bazaar and Chawri Bazar, Old Delhi
Wholesale textiles, handloom fabric, embroidered sarees — Sadar Bazaar, Central Delhi (largest wholesale market in India)
Export-grade handicraft design, bespoke furniture and home decor — Shahpur Jat, South Delhi
Ethnic and tribal handicrafts, Tibetan / Rajasthani crafts retail-wholesale — Janpath Market, Connaught Place
Wholesale home decor, ethnic gift items, handicraft aggregation — Lajpat Nagar Central Market, South Delhi
Multi-state handicrafts — government emporiums cluster — Baba Kharak Singh Marg (Cottage Emporium Row), Connaught Place
Metalwork, brassware, woodcarving, leather goods (DSIIDC-supported artisans) — Okhla Industrial Estate and Wazirpur Industrial Area, Delhi
Basmati rice (agricultural GI shared with 7 states) — Delhi NCT region GI: Basmati Rice (joint GI: Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, HP, Uttarakhand, UP, J&K)

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH), Vasant Kunj, New Delhi — Apex export facilitation body: organises IHGF Delhi Fair (world's largest B2B handicraft fair), issues RCMC certificates to exporter-members, provides Market Development Assistance, connects buyers with verified exporter-manufacturers
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, New Delhi — Nodal GOI agency for craft development, marketing and export; runs Ambedkar Hastshilp Vikas Yojana, Design & Technology Upgradation scheme, direct artisan identity cards; handicrafts.nic.in
DSIIDC (Delhi State Industrial & Infrastructure Development Corporation) — State-level craft support, Bharati Emporium operation, artisan cluster facilitation, exhibition participation for Delhi-based craftspeople; emporium@dsiidc.org
Department of Industries, Govt. of NCT of Delhi — Handloom and handicraft policy, artisan registration, cluster development and financial support for Delhi-based craft enterprises; industries.delhi.gov.in
Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC) — Operates three Dilli Haats (INA, Pitampura, Janakpuri) as permanent rotating artisan markets; allots stalls to craftspeople from across India on 15-day rotational basis; delhitourism.gov.in
India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) — Organises IITF (India International Trade Fair) at Bharat Mandapam; hosts 10,000+ exhibitors annually including state craft pavilions; manages Pragati Maidan / Bharat Mandapam venue
Ministry of Textiles — Bharat Tex Consortium — Co-organises Bharat Tex (world's largest textile expo, July 2026, Bharat Mandapam) covering handlooms and textile-based handicrafts; buyer facilitation including hosted buyer programme
NRLM / Ministry of Rural Development — SARAS Aajeevika Mela — Runs SARAS Melas connecting SHG women artisans from 28 states with urban buyers; year-round online platform at esaras.in for procurement from SHG producers

Jammu & Kashmir

Jammu & Kashmir is India's premier craft sourcing destination for luxury textiles and decorative arts — home to 18+ GI-tagged crafts including Pashmina, Kani shawls, hand-knotted carpets, walnut wood carving, paper mache, Sozni and crewel embroidery — with 4.5 lakh registered artisans, multiple annual govt-run fairs open to walk-in buyers, and a robust network of export-ready cooperatives, corporations, and wholesale suppliers accessible to international resellers.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Gandhi Shilp Bazar — Srinagar Edition Craft mela / handloom expo · Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India (DC Handicrafts office) in partnership with Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom Kashmir	October (Oct 1–10, 2025; annual)	Srinagar	Sozni-embroidered Pashmina, Kani shawls, crewel embroidery, chain stitch, Aari work, paper mache, willow wicker — 70 artisan stalls, GI-tagged products, priced direct from producer	Walk-in public / buyer; approach Handicrafts & Handloom Dept Kashmir (dohhkmr@jk.gov.in / Facebook: @dohhkmr) to connect with exhibiting artisans post-event; stall bookings by artisans via district Assistant Director
Gandhi Shilp Bazar — Jammu Edition Craft mela / national handicrafts exhibition · JKTPO (J&K Trade Promotion Organisation) + DC Handicrafts, Ministry of Textiles under National Handicraft Development Programme (NHDP)	January (Jan 15–21, 2026; annual)	Jammu	Pashmina and Kani shawls, Sozni embroidery, Basohli shawls, Basohli paintings, Binna craft, jute craft, crochet goods, hand block printing, leather footwear, Kullu shawls — ~40 artisans from across India + J&K	Walk-in buyers; inaugurated by state Deputy CM; contact JKTPO Jammu for stall booking or buyer registration
Hathkargha Mela — Special UT Handloom Expo Handloom expo / UT-level mela · Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Kashmir; sponsored by DC Handlooms, Ministry of Textiles	June (June 5–18, 2025; annual around National Handloom Day)	Srinagar	Pashmina shawls, Kani and Sozni embroidered items, cotton and silk sarees, stoles, rugs, home furnishings — 60 handloom weavers and artisans from J&K and Ladakh	Walk-in public and buyers at Kashmir Haat Exhibition Ground, Srinagar; contact Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom Kashmir (dir.handicrafts@gmail.com) for artisan stall lists and follow-up sourcing
SARAS Mela — Srinagar SARAS / rural livelihoods craft mela · Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihood Mission (JKRLM) under DAY-NRLM	October (Oct 4–14, 2025; annual)	Srinagar	Crewel embroidery, papier-mache, essential oils, woolens, Chabhari grass baskets, Bina grass items, handwoven textiles, regional food — 400+ women artisans from 25 states, 200 stalls	Walk-in; post-mela direct orders via WhatsApp groups and SARAS Digital e-commerce platform; contact JKRLM Umeed at jkumeed.jk.gov.in for SHG bulk enquiries
SARAS Mela — Jammu SARAS / rural livelihoods craft mela · JKRLM under DAY-NRLM; Mission Director Dr. Shubhra Sharma	January–February (Jan 31 – Feb 9, 2026; annual)	Jammu	Hand-woven fabrics, painted wood items, handicrafts, SHG food products — women artisans from J&K and other states	Walk-in at Kala Kendra, Jammu; trade networks formed on-site; QR-code payments; contact JKRLM for SHG wholesale linkages
Know Your Artisan Exhibition / Soulful Kashmir Artisan showcase / craft exhibition · Department of Handicrafts and Handloom, J&K under 'Soulful Kashmir' brand initiative	April (April 15, 2026 inauguration; ongoing campaign with periodic exhibitions)	Srinagar	Waguv weaving, pottery, Kani shawls, papier-mache painting, Pashmina weaving, Sozni and chain stitch embroidery, walnut wood carving — 30 display-cum-sale counters; Shilp Gurus and National Award winners present	Walk-in at Kashmir Haat, Srinagar; GI Testing Lab on-site; live 'Try Your Hands' demos; contact Directorate of Handicrafts Kashmir for artisan details and bulk sourcing leads
Know Your Artisan Craft Carnival (Nov edition) Craft carnival / artisan showcase · Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom Kashmir (Div Com Kashmir inaugurated)	November (Nov 20, 2025; recurring seasonal editions)	Srinagar	GI-certified Pashmina, Kani shawls, hand-knotted carpets, ODOP and District Export Hub items — 36 curated stalls; live demos of chain-stitch, Pashmina weaving, walnut carving	Walk-in at Kashmir Haat (Numaish Gah); direct artisan-buyer contact; approach Assistant Director (district) for follow-up sourcing
Trainee Products Sale — National Handloom Day Government-run artisan product sale · Department of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir	August (August 7, recurring; tied to National Handloom Day Aug 7)	Srinagar	GI-tagged Pashmina shawls, crewel curtains, Sozni-embroidered shawls, Zari & Aari suits, tweed cloth, chain stitch rugs, tapestry, Gabb, Namda, papier mache, willow wicker — products from 432 training centres across 10 Kashmir districts; Massive Carpet Scheme hand-knotted woollen carpets	Walk-in at Kashmir Haat / Numaish Gah Srinagar; products sold at below-retail prices (no labour cost loaded); cash purchases; contact Directorate for bulk or pre-event enquiries
Mansar Food and Craft Mela Tourism-linked craft fair · Jammu & Kashmir Tourism Development Corporation (JKTDC)	April (Baisakhi season; annual 3-day event)	Samba / Mansar Lake (60 km from Jammu)	Dogra-region handicrafts, lattice work, trays, woodware, regional folk crafts and food	Walk-in at Mansar Lake venue; contact JKTDC Jammu for timing and artisan contact; primarily a retail-buyer fair
Jashn-e-Chillai-Kalan / Pheran Day Cultural festival with craft stalls · Department of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir	December 20–21 (annual; marks start of Chillai Kalan 40-day winter)	Srinagar	Hand-embroidered Pherans, Pashmina shawls, Zari (tilla work) and Aari embroidery — master craftsmen from across the Valley; focus on winter garments	Walk-in at Kashmir Haat (Numaish Gah); artisan-direct purchase; contact DoHH Kashmir for artisan lists post-event
World Craft City Srinagar — October Fest Craft city festival / trade showcase · J&K Government (Handicrafts Dept) + World Crafts Council (Srinagar named World Craft City 2024)	October (annual; inaugural major edition Oct–Nov 2024)	Srinagar	Full range of Kashmir GI crafts: Pashmina, Kani, Sozni, paper mache, walnut carving, khatamband, carpets, crewel; international craft city showcase	Walk-in and B2B; Kashmir Handicraft Foundation co-organises; contact dohhkmr@jk.gov.in or Kashmir Handicraft Foundation for buyer delegations

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
J&K Handicrafts (Sales & Export) Corporation Ltd	Govt PSU aggregating and exporting shawls, carpets, paper mache, and Gabba products from across J&K artisan cooperatives; 2,600 craft cooperatives affiliated; runs the Emporium at Residency Road Srinagar	Wholesale and export procurement; contact: +91-194-247-2065, dir.handicrafts@gmail.com; office: Emporium Buildings, Residency Road, Srinagar 190001; export permit issuance and buyer-artisan direct liaison
J&K State Handloom Development Corporation Ltd (POSHISH brand)	Govt PSU; manufactures and wholesales blankets, Basohli pashmina shawls, tweed fabric, apparel; markets under 'POSHISH' brand; 5th Floor Udhyog Bhawan, Rail Head Complex, Jammu 180004	Wholesale supply; no credit for new customers (CBS/COD); phone 1954-2314162; site: poshish.in; MOQ negotiable with corporation directly
Pashmina Shawls Cooperative Society Ltd	Registered cooperative (RICKPSRA548) manufacturing Kani shawls, Pashmina Jamawar shawls, handmade Pashmina shawls, Pashmina fabric; GI-certified; located at 10 Nishat Shopping Complex, opp. Nishat Garden, Srinagar 191121	Wholesale/retail; Kani shawls from Rs 85,000/pc; MOQ: 1 piece (retail) — bulk negotiable; phone: 8800688554; email: info@pashminashawls.co.in
Pure Kashmir (purekashmir.com)	Family-owned wholesale aggregator in Srinagar; supplies boutiques, department stores, gift shops, online retailers worldwide; handwoven cashmere Pashmina, merino, silk scarves; Sozni, Kani, and natural dye workshops in network	Wholesale MOQ from 6 pieces (plain woven styles); lead time 2 weeks (stock) to 12 weeks (custom); private label available; global shipping; site: purekashmir.com/pages/kashmir-wholesale
Kashmir Exporters	100% export-oriented unit (est. 1994, Srinagar); ISO 9001 certified; aggregates and exports GI-tagged Pashmina shawls, silk carpets, carved walnut furniture, papier mache, crewel, Namdha rugs, saffron, walnuts, cricket bats; APEDA and EEC approved	Wholesale and export; phone: +91-7006206019; email: exporterskashmir@gmail.com; IEC Code: 01DRGPB9253Q1ZI; contact for MOQ and product catalogue
Wani and Sons	Wholesale supplier and exporter of paper mache products (boxes, toys, ornaments, boats, lamps); based in Srinagar; listed on IndiaMart	Bulk orders accepted; contact via IndiaMart listing or direct enquiry; handmade papier mache at wholesale prices
Kashmir Heritage Impex	Srinagar-based exporter of indigenous Kashmiri artisan goods: crewel embroidery items, walnut wood carvings, papier mache; listed on IndiaMart	Export-ready; contact via IndiaMart (indiamart.com/kashmir-heritage-impex); bulk quotations on request
JKRLM Umeed — SHG Federation / SARAS Digital	Govt-backed federation of 64,000+ Self Help Groups (5.5 lakh women) producing crewel embroidery, Chabhari/Bina grass baskets, papier mache, essential oils, woolens across all J&K districts; sells at SARAS Melas and via SARAS Digital e-commerce	Bulk/wholesale enquiries via jkumeed.jk.gov.in; Producer Co-operatives and FPOs with Common Facility Centres available for cluster-level sourcing; WhatsApp groups connect buyers with SHG clusters post-mela
Craft Development Institute (CDI), Srinagar	Autonomous institute (est. 2004) under DC Handicrafts + J&K Govt; issues GI certification for Pashmina, Sozni, Kani, papier mache, khatamband, wood carving; Centre of Excellence for handicrafts and carpets; trains 500+ artisans per cycle	GI certification body — resellers requiring authenticated GI paperwork for exports should contact CDI; site: cdiptqccgi.com; connects certified artisan batches with buyers/exporters
Kani Shawls Workers Industrial Cooperative Ltd	Registered Kani shawl weaving cooperative (RICKPSRA548); DC Handicrafts J&K registered; Kanihama village, Budgam; GI-certified Kani tapestry shawls for domestic and export markets	Wholesale to resellers and exporters; approach via Pashmina Shawls Cooperative Society network or directly at Kanihama village, Budgam; contact through Directorate of Handicrafts Kashmir

Craft clusters

Pashmina shawls (plain woven, Sozni-embroidered, Kani tapestry) — Srinagar (Kanihama, Shalteng, Habba Kadal areas) GI: Kashmir Pashmina (GI)
Kani shawls (tapestry weave with twill-interlocked technique) — Kanihama village, Budgam district GI: Kani Shawl (GI)
Hand-knotted woollen carpets (Persian and Central Asian knot traditions) — Srinagar, Sopore, Anantnag, Pulwama GI: Kashmir Hand-Knotted Carpet (GI)
Walnut wood carving (furniture, boxes, trays, decorative items) — Fateh Kadal, Srinagar (~600 artisans) GI: Kashmir Walnut Wood Carving (GI)
Paper mache (painted lacquerware, decorative boxes, ornaments) — Old City Srinagar (Nawa Kadal, Maharaj Gunj) GI: Kashmir Paper Mache (GI)
Sozni embroidery (needle-work on pashmina and silk) — Srinagar, Ganderbal GI: Kashmir Sozni (GI)
Crewel embroidery (chain and hook stitch on furnishing fabric) — Srinagar, Budgam, Shopian GI: Crewel (GI)
Namda and Gabba (felted wool rugs and applique rugs) — Pulwama, Srinagar GI: Kashmir Namda (GI), Kashmir Gabba (GI)
Willow basketry (wicker furniture, trays, storage) — Ganderbal, Anantnag
Copperware / Kandkari (engraved copper vessels, samovars) — Zaina Kadal, Srinagar (Khar community)
Khatamband (geometric wood ceiling panels and boxes) — Srinagar old city GI: Khatamband (GI)
Kashmir Tweed (handwoven woollen fabric) — Srinagar, Budgam GI: Kashmir Tweed (GI)
Basohli paintings and Dogra miniature art — Basohli town, Kathua district
Binna / Chabhari grass craft (baskets, mats) — Jammu division (Gujjar/Bakarwal tribal communities)
Kashmir saffron (culinary; highest grade in world) — Pampore (Pulwama district) GI: Kashmir Saffron (GI)
Shikara boats (ornamental miniature and full-size) — Dal Lake, Srinagar GI: Shikara (GI)
Pheran (traditional Kashmiri winter robe with embroidery) — Srinagar valley (widespread)
Waguv weaving (traditional Kashmiri twill weave fabric) — Srinagar, Budgam GI: Wagguv (GI)

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Department of Handicrafts & Handloom, J&K (dual directorates: Srinagar + Jammu) — Primary regulatory and promotional body; registers artisans (4.52 lakh registered); organises all state-level craft fairs, trainee product sales, Gandhi Shilp Bazar, Know Your Artisan; issues GI-linked artisan IDs; contact Srinagar: dir.handicrafts@gmail.com / Facebook @dohhkmr; contact Jammu: dir-hhjmu@jk.gov.in, +91-191-2477122
J&K Handicrafts (Sales & Export) Corporation Ltd — Govt PSU for wholesale and export of J&K crafts; runs Srinagar Emporium (Residency Road); provides technical and financial assistance to cooperatives; vetted exporter programme; issues export permits; contact: +91-194-247-2065
J&K State Handloom Development Corporation Ltd (POSHISH) — Govt PSU manufacturing and wholesaling handloom products (blankets, shawls, tweed); bulk supply to institutions and retailers; markets under POSHISH brand; Rail Head Complex, Jammu; poshish.in
Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihood Mission (JKRLM Umeed) — Runs SARAS Melas (Srinagar and Jammu editions); organises SHG federations and Producer Co-operatives for craft cluster sourcing; MoU with Meesho for e-commerce onboarding; jkumeed.jk.gov.in
Craft Development Institute (CDI), Srinagar — Issues GI certification for all major Kashmir crafts (Pashmina, Sozni, Kani, paper mache, khatamband, wood carving); Centre of Excellence for handicrafts and carpets; trains artisans and certifies master trainers; cdiptqccgi.com
J&K Trade Promotion Organisation (JKTPO) — Co-organises Gandhi Shilp Bazar at Jammu Haat; links artisans to national marketing events and trade fairs; coordinates with DC Handicrafts for National Handicraft Development Programme events
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India — Handicrafts Service Centre Jammu — Funds and sponsors Gandhi Shilp Bazar, Hathkargha Mela, Trainee Product Sales; provides national-level marketing support under NHDP; central contact: handicrafts.nic.in
Carpet Export Promotion Council (CEPC) — Promotes Kashmir hand-knotted carpet exports at India Carpet Expo (Delhi + Bhadohi editions, biannual); B2B event linking Srinagar carpet manufacturers to 500+ overseas buyers from 60+ countries; cepc.co.in / indiacarpetexpo.com

Ladakh (UT)

Ladakh is India's premier source for ultra-premium Pashmina (Changthang Changthangi-goat fibre, comparable in fineness to Vicuna), alongside Thangka painting, Chilling copperwork, Thigma tie-dye, handwoven Nambu and Challi woolens, Pabu felt shoes, Likir pottery, and willow/grass basketry — all clustered around Leh and accessible through a mix of NGO cooperatives, government exhibitions, and new-generation designer-artisan brands.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Ladakh Festival Cultural fest with dedicated handicraft and handloom exhibition · Department of Tourism and Culture, UT Ladakh + Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils (Leh and Kargil)	September 21–24 annually (2025 edition confirmed at those dates; 2026 expected same window)	Leh (Eco Park + Leh Main Market)	Pashmina shawls, woolen garments, Thangka paintings, Pabu shoes, basketry, pottery, wood carving, metal craft; live skill demonstrations of weaving, basketry, shoemaking	Walk-in; artisans apply for stalls through the Handicraft or Tourism Department, Leh; buyers purchase directly from artisan stalls at Eco Park
Sindhu Darshan Festival National cultural festival with craft bazaar · Sindhu Darshan Samiti (sindhudarshan.org.in) with UT Ladakh government support	June 22–27, 2026 (30th edition; annual, timed to Guru Purnima full moon)	Shey, near Leh	Pashmina scarves, woolen shawls, silver and turquoise jewellery, traditional food; artisan stalls throughout festival grounds	Walk-in for buyers; artisans registered through the Handloom/Handicraft Dept or Hill Councils get stall allotments; buyers can negotiate directly with artisans at stalls
Hemis Festival (Hemis Tsechu) Monastic festival with surrounding craft bazaar · Hemis Monastery (Drukpa Kagyu lineage); cultural events coordinated with UT Tourism	June 24–25, 2026 (annual; dates shift with Tibetan lunar calendar)	Hemis Monastery, ~45 km southeast of Leh	Pashmina shawls, Thangka paintings, prayer wheels, turquoise and silver jewellery, carved wooden artefacts, earthen pots, gemstones, wicker baskets, carpets	Walk-in; small stalls line monastery courtyard perimeter; buyers negotiate directly with artisan families; no formal stall-booking process for buyers
Apricot Blossom Festival Agri-cultural festival with craft and produce exhibition · Department of Tourism, UT Ladakh; local village panchayats	April 8–16, 2026 (annual; village-by-village schedule released by Ladakh Tourism each year)	Rotating across villages in Leh and Kargil districts (Garkone, Dha Bema, Darchiks, Skurbuchan, Karkitchoo, Turtuk, Tyakshi, Minjee, Tyger)	Handmade crafts, apricot-based products (dried fruit, oil, jam), traditional food, Balti and Ladakhi textiles, local GI-tagged Raktsey Karpo apricot products	Walk-in at each village event; community stalls; buyers can source village-level artisans directly; contact Ladakh Tourism (tourism.ladakh.gov.in) for schedule
Zanskar Festival (Ladakh Zanskar Festival) Regional cultural festival with craft and handloom exhibition · Department of Tourism and Culture, UT Ladakh; Zanskar Sub-Division administration	Late July (7th edition held July 2025; annual, dates vary — contact Zanskar Sub-Division Tourism)	Sani village near Padum, Zanskar Valley	Zanskari handicrafts, handloom textiles, agricultural products, local cuisine; government scheme stalls; Zanskari lifestyle displays	Walk-in; artisan and govt scheme stalls open to general buyers; road access requires crossing Pensi La (typically open July–September)
Ladakh Polo Festival Sports and cultural festival with craft market · Indus Chushot Polo Club (ladakhpolofestival.com)	July 11–17 annually	Shagaran Chushot, Leh	Ladakhi handicrafts, traditional food, Balti community craft displays; archery and polo as main draw	Walk-in; handicraft stalls alongside event grounds; buyers engage artisans directly
Dosmochey Mela Monastic festival with bazaar · Respective monastery administrations; UT Ladakh Handloom Dept provides artisan stall allocation	February 15–16, 2026 (annual; Tibetan lunar calendar, dates shift yearly)	Leh Palace + Likir and Diskit Monasteries (Nubra)	Leh Bazaar stalls with traditional Ladakhi dress items, games, handicrafts; Handloom Dept allocates stalls to SHGs and artisans	Walk-in; stalls in Leh main market area; Handloom Dept (industries.ladakh.gov.in) facilitates artisan stall participation
Enchanting Ladakh at Dilli Haat Off-site craft and handloom expo (Ladakh pavilion in Delhi) · Industries & Commerce Dept, UT Ladakh + Hill Development Councils of Leh and Kargil	December (annual; 2021 edition ran Dec 19–31; typically year-end)	Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi (not in Ladakh; Ladakh's off-site export fair)	Pashmina shawls, carpets, Thangka paintings, stone/wood/metal crafts, Changpa tribe value-added Pashmina goods (shawls, sweaters, gloves)	Walk-in at Dilli Haat; 80+ artisans (40 from Kargil, 40 from Leh) at individual stalls; resellers can buy directly from artisans or get contacts for follow-up orders; organizer: Directorate of Industries & Commerce, Leh
India International Trade Fair (IITF) — Ladakh/J&K Pavilion National trade fair · LJK Multipurpose Co-operative Society (Stall 46, 3rd Floor, JK Pavilion) and ITPO (itpo.gov.in)	November 14–27 annually	Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi (Ladakh's presence at national trade fair)	Ladakhi woolens, Pashmina shawls, traditional home decor, saffron, shilajit, Himalayan teas, dried fruits, GI-tagged products	Business/buyer pass for trade days; stall booking via ITPO; resellers and exporters can meet LJK cooperative and other Ladakhi artisan groups; contact LJK Store or ITPO for stall/buyer registration
SARAS Aajeevika Mela (J&K + Ladakh edition) SARAS rural artisan mela · Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM), Dept of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj	Jammu: January 31–February 9, 2026; Srinagar: October 2025 (annual, JKRLM-organized)	Jammu (January–February) and Srinagar (October–November) — Ladakh SHGs participate	Ladakhi woolen handicrafts, grass baskets, Pashmina items, pottery, embroidery; 18 states/UTs including Ladakh SHGs participate with 70+ product stalls	Walk-in for buyers; resellers can meet Ladakhi SHG representatives and negotiate bulk orders; contact JKRLM for stall-holder list

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Looms of Ladakh Women Cooperative Ltd	Farm-to-fashion Pashmina, yak wool and sheep wool shawls, stoles, scarves, knits, apparel, home textiles; aggregates 450+ women artisans across 16 villages with spokes in Chushul, Kargil, and Leh	Ships worldwide from flagship store in Leh; no published MOQ but operates a premium luxury model. Contact: loomsofladakh@gmail.com \| +91-1982-258050 \| 1st Floor Tourist Information Centre, opposite J&K Bank, Main Market, Leh 194101 \| loomsofladakh.in
All Changthang Pashmina Growers Cooperative Marketing Society (ACPGCMS)	Raw and dehaired Pashmina fibre direct from Changthang nomadic herders; Grade A fibre at ~Rs 4,600/kg; 17+ metric tonnes procured annually; nodal supplier to international brands including Brunello Cucinelli	Wholesale raw and processed fibre to SHGs, weavers, and international buyers; contact via Cooperative Dept or directly at Industrial Area, Leh 194101 (c/o Deputy Registrar of Cooperative Societies, Leh)
LEDeG (Ladakh Ecological Development Group)	Pashmina and wool handicrafts aggregated from 38 SHGs across remote Ladakh villages; buy-back model from artisans; sells at Karzoo Centre craft shop in Leh and at exhibitions nationwide	Wholesale/bulk inquiry via mail@ledeg.org \| Karzoo, Leh 194101 \| ledeg.org; exhibition hall on-site in Leh for buyer visits
Jigmat Couture	Luxury Ladakhi textiles reviving Nambu, Challi, Thigma, and yak wool; 4 stores in Ladakh; first-of-its-kind textile museum + artisan training space in Leh; supplies international stockists	B2B/stockist inquiries: jigmatcouture@gmail.com \| +91-9697000344 \| Opposite Axis Bank, Shagaran, Leh 194101 \| jigmatcouture.com; Mon–Fri 10am–5pm IST
LJK Multipurpose Cooperative Society (LJK Store)	Aggregator cooperative sourcing from artisans across J&K and Ladakh; sells Ladakhi woolens, Pashmina goods, shawls, traditional home decor, saffron, shilajit, Himalayan teas, dried apricots, walnuts, GI-tagged honey; present at IITF annually	Resellers can approach at IITF (Stall 46, JK Pavilion, Bharat Mandapam, November) or through indiancooperative.com listings; contact via cooperative society registry for wholesale terms
Directorate of Industries & Commerce, UT Ladakh — Handicraft Division	Government body registering artisans (852+ registered), administering 11+ training centres, facilitating stall allotments at Ladakh Festival, Sindhu Darshan, Dosmochey Mela, IITF, and Delhi Haats; runs 'Enchanting Ladakh' expo at Dilli Haat annually	Resellers and exporters can request artisan directories and get introductions through: Assistant Director Handicraft, near new Bus Stand, Leh; Phone 01982-252159; industries.ladakh.gov.in
Handloom Development Department, UT Ladakh	Facilitates handloom SHGs in Thigma, Nambu, Challi, Pashmina weaving; participates in Ladakh Festival, Sindhu Darshan, Handloom Day, UT Foundation Day expos; markets products through Dilli Haat and J&K Haats in Srinagar and Jammu	Contact: Directorate of Industries & Commerce, UT Ladakh (industries.ladakh.gov.in/handloom.html) for artisan SHG contacts and bulk purchase enquiries

Craft clusters

Pashmina weaving (raw fibre + finished textiles) — Changthang Plateau (Chushul, Nyoma, Hanle, Korzok) — raw fibre; spinning/weaving in Leh city GI: Ladakh Pashmina Textile (GI application filed 26/11/2024, in process)
Thangka painting — Leh city (main market, Changspa area) GI: Ladakh Thangka Painting (GI application filed 26/06/2024, in process)
Copper, brass, silver metalwork (ritual vessels, household items) — Chilling village, Zanskar River confluence (~19 km up Zanskar from Nima) GI: Ladakh Chilling Metal Work (GI application filed 26/06/2024, in process)
Thigma (tie-dye on wool) — Nubra Valley; Sabu village near Leh GI: Ladakh Thigma (GI application in process)
Nambu / Snambu (handwoven white woolen fabric for garments) — Leh district villages GI: Ladakh Nambu/Snambu Textile (GI application in process)
Challi (coarse woolen fabric for blankets, rugs, saddlebags) — Leh and Kargil districts GI: Ladakh Challi Textiles (GI application in process)
Pabu (traditional pointed felt/leather shoes) — Leh district GI: Ladakh Pabu (GI application in process)
Likir pottery (clay pottery, traditional and decorative) — Likir village, Leh district GI: Ladakh Likir Pottery (GI application in process)
Carpet weaving (Tibetan-style wool carpets) — Leh city; training centres across Leh and Kargil districts
Wood carving (furniture, religious objects, architectural elements) — Leh district villages; Kargil district
Willow and grass basketry — Leh and Kargil districts
Yak wool and sheep wool knitwear — Nubra Valley; Changthang; Kargil

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Directorate of Industries & Commerce, UT Ladakh (industries.ladakh.gov.in) — Apex UT-level body for all handicraft and handloom policy, artisan registration, subsidy schemes, GI tag applications, and organisation of 'Enchanting Ladakh' expo at Dilli Haat; primary government entry point for reseller/exporter collaboration
Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council — Leh (LAHDC Leh) — Administers LAHDC-33 subsidy scheme (tools, looms, equipment at 75% subsidy); co-organises Ladakh Festival and Enchanting Ladakh with Handicraft Dept; supports Changthang Pashmina Dehairing Project; node for artisan cooperative formation
Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council — Kargil (LAHDC Kargil) — Mirrors LAHDC Leh functions for Kargil district; supports artisan stalls at cultural festivals in Kargil region (Apricot Blossom, Dosmochey at Diskit); GI tagging for Kargil products being pursued per LG announcement 2025
Handicraft Department, District Leh (Assistant Director, near Bus Stand, Leh; Ph: 01982-252159) — District-level artisan registration (identity cards), training centres (carpet, Thangka, wood carving, pottery, Pabu, etc.), self-help group revolving fund grants, exhibition stall allocation at all major Ladakh festivals
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India (handicrafts.nic.in) — Funds national-level schemes (Ambedkar Hastshilp Vikas Yojana, AHVY clusters, design development) accessible to Ladakhi artisan SHGs; platform for national craft fair participation
JKRLM (Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission) — Organises SARAS Aajeevika Mela where Ladakhi SHGs participate; channel for connecting resellers with rural women artisan groups from Ladakh through state-level rural development outreach

Puducherry (Union Territory)

Puducherry is a compact but craft-dense Union Territory with two GI-tagged heritage crafts (Villianur terracotta, Thirukannur papier mache), a thriving Auroville artisan economy producing candles/incense/paper/ceramics for global export, a govt-run Art & Craft Village that accepts bulk orders, and a District Industries Centre that sponsors artisans at exhibitions — making it a high-quality, export-ready sourcing hub for a reseller focused on artisanal, eco, and spiritual goods.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Pondicherry Heritage Festival — Made in Pondy Expo & Crafts Bazaar Heritage craft expo / craft bazaar · INTACH Puducherry, People for Pondicherry's Heritage (PPH), PondyCAN, and Puducherry government departments	Late January to early March (10th edition: 24 Feb–3 Mar 2024; 2025 edition: 25–27 Jan 2025); annual	Puducherry (White Town / Gandhi Thidal Beach Road)	Metal work, leather goods, paintings, sarees, brass oil lamps, wood and stone carvings, jewellery, handloom textiles, incense, perfumery, handcrafted food, papier mache, terracotta	Walk-in for buyers; stall booking for artisans and brands via INTACH Puducherry chapter or phf2025.com; contact PPH/PondyCAN for vendor registration each annual edition
Pudu Vaanam Craft Bazaar (within Heritage Festival) Craft bazaar / artisan market · Crafts Council of Puducherry (CCP) in coordination with Heritage Festival organizers	February–March, concurrent with Heritage Festival; annual	Puducherry (Gandhi Thidal)	Artisan crafts from across India plus local Puducherry and Auroville crafts — terracotta, papier mache, handloom, bamboo, tribal crafts	Walk-in for buyers to meet artisans directly; craft sellers register through Crafts Council of Puducherry (craftscouncilpuducherry.org)
DIC-Sponsored Handicraft Exhibitions (local and outstation) Government-sponsored craft exhibition / trade participation scheme · District Industries Centre (DIC), Government of Puducherry — dic.py.gov.in	Year-round; DIC advertises in July, training starts December, exhibitions spread throughout the year	Puducherry (and artisans sent to other state fairs)	Full range of UT Puducherry handicrafts: terracotta, papier mache, seashell, coconut shell, stone carvings, candles, incense, handloom	Buyers attend as walk-in visitors; artisans apply through DIC (any artisan with a unit in UT Puducherry eligible); DIC covers transport, stall rent, and TA/DA for artisans. Contact: dic.py.gov.in
Puducherry Startup Expo Trade expo / startup and artisan showcase · Industries and Commerce Department, Government of Puducherry — industry.py.gov.in	February (2024 edition: 3–4 Feb); annual	Puducherry (Gandhi Thidal, Beach Road)	Startup brands, artisan craft products, handloom, leather, incense, candles, local food, design products from the Puducherry-Auroville ecosystem	Walk-in for buyers; stall booking via puducherrystartupexpo.com or through Industries Dept Puducherry
PUDUMAI Handicrafts Artisans Society Annual Exhibitions Artisan craft exhibition · PUDUMAI Handicrafts Artisans Society, Puducherry (govt-grant recipient under DIC)	Multiple times per year (society receives Rs 10 lakh annual govt grant specifically for conducting exhibitions)	Puducherry and other states	Local UT Puducherry handicrafts — terracotta, papier mache, shell crafts, leather, candles, handloom	Contact through DIC Puducherry (dic.py.gov.in) to locate PUDUMAI society; buyers walk in at exhibitions
Crafts Council of Puducherry — Regular Craft Bazaars and Thematic Exhibitions Craft bazaar / thematic exhibition · Crafts Council of Puducherry (CCP), affiliated to Crafts Council of India	Regular throughout the year (no fixed calendar published publicly); annual and seasonal	Puducherry (various venues)	Terracotta, papier mache, seashell, wood, stone, leather, handloom, candles, incense, crochet, beadwork from UT Puducherry artisans	Contact CCP directly — craftscouncilpuducherry.org; FB @craftscouncilofpuducherry; IG @craftscouncilpuducherry. Buyers can meet artisans and negotiate wholesale; artisans register as members of CCP
Auroville Annual Community Craft & Product Exhibition (Auroville Week / Founder's Day events) Community fair / artisan showcase · Auroville Foundation (FAMC-registered units)	February (around 28 February, Auroville's founding anniversary); annual	Auroville (near Puducherry, Kottakarai / Auroshilpam Industrial Zone)	Handmade paper, marbled paper, ceramics, sound-healing instruments, incense, candles, leather, textiles, eco products from 230+ Auroville enterprises	Walk-in for the public; wholesale inquiries via auroville.com (orders@auroville.com, +91 413 2622119, WhatsApp +91 9751682050) or directly with individual units in Auroshilpam

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Art & Craft Village, Murungapakkam	24-stall govt-developed craft hub with terracotta, pottery, coconut shell, stone carvings, seashell, scented candles, leather chappals, handmade lanterns, handloom bags — artisans work live on-site	Accepts bulk orders and customisation orders on all types of artefacts; walk-in at Door No. 63, Murungapakkam, Puducherry 605004; phone +91 413 2358576 / 9894010316; daily 10am–5:30pm; managed by Puducherry Tourism Dept
Sri Aurobindo Handmade Paper (Sri Aurobindo Ashram Trust)	100% cotton rag handmade paper, archival acid-free sheets, marbled paper, deckle-edge stationery, notebooks, bags, boxes, silk-screen printed products	Wholesale orders accepted; showroom at 50 S.V. Patel Salai, Pondicherry 605001; email paper@aurosociety.org; phone +91 413 223 3689; Mon–Sat 9:30am–5:30pm, Sun 10am–2pm; worldwide express shipping available
Auroville Online Store / Auroville Commerce (auroville.com)	150+ handcrafted items from 230 Auroville enterprises: ceramics, musical instruments, wooden toys, incense, candles, artisan food, clothing, home decor	Wholesale inquiries via email orders@auroville.com; WhatsApp +91 9751682050; phone +91 413 2622119; individual Auroville units in Auroshilpam Industrial Zone can be contacted directly for B2B pricing; no fixed public MOQ listed
AURONATURE	Incense sticks (agarbatti), cinnamon incense, natural incense — manufacturer, exporter since 2004, Puducherry	Exporter; contact via TradeIndia listing (Puducherry); for wholesale/export inquiries use TradeIndia or IndiaMart AURONATURE Puducherry listing
MEREVILLE TRUST	Ayurvedic incense series, handcrafted agarbatti — established 1994, Puducherry, exporter	Exporter; contact via TradeIndia listing (Puducherry); for bulk/wholesale inquiries use TradeIndia Puducherry listing or contact directly via listed phone
Faney Global	Handicrafts, paintings, ayurvedic products, herbal products, paper products, candles, perfume sticks, massage oils — export to worldwide markets	Exporter; address No. 157, B-3, Akkasamy Madam Street, Vazhakulam, Pondicherry; find via IndiaMart/Justdial Pondicherry for wholesale contact
Puducherry Handicraft Emporium (govt emporium)	Full range of UT Puducherry crafts — terracotta, papier mache, seashell, handloom, leather, candles/incense, carvings	Walk-in retail and bulk purchase; 43 St Louis Street, White Town, Pondicherry 605001; contact via Justdial listing (0413-X413-250601102226-V2L7)
Crafts Council of Puducherry (CCP)	Aggregator and exhibition organiser for all UT Puducherry craft artisans — terracotta, papier mache, leather, handloom, shell, stone, candles, embroidery	Acts as intermediary — connect via craftscouncilpuducherry.org or FB @craftscouncilofpuducherry to be introduced to member artisans; facilitates buyer-artisan interaction at their regular craft bazaars
The India Craft House — Puducherry Collection	Aromatic wax candles, incense sticks in natural fragrances, candles in coconut shell and terracotta bases — handmade by Puducherry village artisans	Bulk/wholesale orders via theindiacrafthouse.com/en-us/pages/wholesale; ₹310–₹1,220 retail; contact through site's wholesale enquiry page
GiTAGGED — Thirukkanur Papier Mache Online Store	GI-certified Thirukannur papier mache figurines, deity idols, decorative items — aggregates and ships directly from artisans	Online at gitagged.com; 180+ GI-tagged products; contact for wholesale via site; useful sourcing channel for resellers needing GI-certified provenance

Craft clusters

Terracotta pottery — GI-tagged glazed and unglazed clay idols, vases, lampshades, sculptures up to 30 feet, jewelry, tableware — Villianur, Puducherry GI: Villianur Terracotta Works (GI registered 2011)
Papier mache — masks, deity figurines, dolls, decorative items in vivid lacquered colours — Thirukannur (Tirukanur), Puducherry GI: Thirukkanur Papier Mache (GI registered 2011)
Seashell jewellery and decorative crafts — bracelets, earrings, rings, vermillion containers — Karaikal (UT Puducherry enclave)
Coconut shell carvings — decorative and functional items — Thengathittu and Murungapakkam, Puducherry
Stone carvings — sculptures, decorative pieces in granite and sandstone — Puducherry town and Art & Craft Village, Murungapakkam
Handmade cotton rag paper, marbled paper, archival stationery, notebooks, printed stationery — Puducherry town (Sri Aurobindo Ashram precinct, S.V. Patel Salai)
Handcrafted leather bags, wallets, belts — vegetable-tanned, brass hardware — Puducherry (Hidesign atelier and local tanneries)
Candles and incense sticks — aromatic wax candles, agarbatti, ayurvedic incense, natural oil incense — Auroville and Puducherry village artisans
Handloom textiles — cotton and silk fabrics, sarees, bags — Puducherry town and Karaikal
Ceramics — functional tableware, incense holders, vases, decorative art pottery — Auroville (Auroshilpam Industrial Zone)
Embroidery, crochet, beaded jewellery, thread work — Alankuppam, Sanjeevi Nagar, Kottakarai, Irumbai (Auroville fringe villages)

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

District Industries Centre (DIC), Government of Puducherry — dic.py.gov.in — Primary govt body for handicraft development in UT Puducherry; runs artisan training programmes (August application, December start); sponsors artisans to attend local and national exhibitions covering stall rent, transport, TA/DA; grants Rs 10 lakh/year to PUDUMAI Society and Rs 2 lakh/year to other societies for exhibitions; first contact for any artisan sourcing or collaboration in the UT. Sub-offices in Karaikal, Mahe, Yanam.
Crafts Council of Puducherry (CCP) — craftscouncilpuducherry.org — Affiliated to Crafts Council of India; organises regular craft bazaars and thematic exhibitions; facilitates artisan-buyer networking across all craft clusters in UT Puducherry; best NGO-level entry point for a reseller to get introductions to multiple artisans at once.
Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Puducherry — industry.py.gov.in — Organises Puducherry Startup Expo (annual, February, Gandhi Thidal); supports MSME and craft enterprises; entry point for govt procurement collaboration and MSME-scheme benefits for craft-based resellers.
Co-operative Department, Government of Puducherry — cooperative.py.gov.in — Oversees Puducherry State Co-operative Handicrafts & Handlooms Federation Ltd; manages handloom cooperatives; procurement and B2G/B2B supply channel for handloom fabrics and handicrafts from UT Puducherry.
Puducherry Tourism Department (Art & Craft Village, Murungapakkam) — Operates the 4-acre Art & Craft Village at Murungapakkam with 24 artisan stalls; accepts bulk and customisation orders; developed to revive and market traditional crafts; contact +91 413 2358576.
INTACH Puducherry Chapter — Organises Pondicherry Heritage Festival (annual, Jan–Mar) and hosts Made in Pondy Expo — primary route for a reseller to book exhibition stalls or meet Puducherry-Auroville craft brands at the largest annual craft marketplace in the UT.
Auroville Foundation (FAMC — Funds and Assets Management Committee) — auroville.org — Governing body for all 230+ Auroville commercial units including craft, ceramics, incense, paper, leather enterprises; FAMC approves new enterprise registrations; a reseller seeking consistent B2B supply from multiple Auroville craft units should interface with FAMC or individual unit heads in Auroshilpam Industrial Zone.

Chandigarh (UT)

Chandigarh is a compact Union Territory acting as the gateway city for Punjab and Haryana crafts, best approached through its govt emporiums (Phulkari/PSIEC, Kashmir Govt Arts Emporium), the annual 10-day National Crafts Mela at Kalagram, and the Rose Festival — all three of which give resellers direct floor access to artisans from 24 states selling phulkari, Kashmiri pashmina, blue pottery, Madhubani, chikankari, and handwoven shawls.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Chandigarh National Crafts Mela Craft mela / national artisan fair · North Zone Cultural Centre (NZCC) + UT Department of Art & Culture, Chandigarh Administration	Late November – early December, 10 days; 15th edition ran 28 Nov – 7 Dec 2025; 16th expected Nov/Dec 2026	Chandigarh (Kalagram, Manimajra)	Phulkari embroidery, blue pottery, Madhubani paintings, chikankari garments, bamboo crafts, handwoven shawls, brass artifacts, terracotta, Kullu/Kinnauri shawls, textile art from 24 states	Free entry for visitors; buyers walk in directly to purchase from 200+ artisan stalls. Artisan/vendor stall applications go through NZCC (culturenorthindia.com) or the UT Dept of Cultural Affairs; contact Chandigarh Tourism helpline 18001802116 or chdtourism123@gmail.com for stall booking inquiries
Chandigarh Rose Festival (54th edition 2026) Civic festival with craft/handloom stall bazaar · Chandigarh Tourism, UT Administration	February 20–22, 2026 (annual; held last week of February)	Chandigarh (Zakir Hussain Rose Garden, Sector 16)	Handicrafts from state emporia, phulkari items, clothing, paintings, artworks, artificial jewellery, leather goods, garden decor, handloom textiles from across India	Stall booking open to commercial vendors: Rs 10,000 + 18% GST per stall for 3 days; payment via DD/Cheque/NEFT to Director Tourism Department, Chandigarh; deadline typically 4 days before; first-come-first-served. Stall PDF: chandigarhtourism.gov.in/assets-tourism/pdf/Normal_stalls_for_website.pdf
Chandigarh Carnival Mega civic carnival with craft and vendor stalls · Chandigarh Administration / Chandigarh Tourism	Last week of November, 3 days (annually)	Chandigarh (Leisure Valley, Sector 10, in front of Govt Museum & Art Gallery)	Handicrafts, clothing, souvenirs, regional food, regional artisan products, cultural displays	Walk-in for buyers; stall vendors apply through Chandigarh Tourism office, 4th Floor Paryavaran Bhawan, Madhya Marg Sector 19-B, Chandigarh; helpline 18001802116
Chandigarh Arts and Heritage Festival Heritage and arts festival with craft component · Chandigarh Administration / UT Dept of Cultural Affairs	2nd week of August–September (annual)	Chandigarh	Traditional arts, crafts, handloom textiles, heritage items from Punjab and North India	Walk-in for buyers; contact Chandigarh Tourism at 18001802116 or chdtourism123@gmail.com for stall/participation details
Teej Festival Cultural/religious festival with craft bazaar · Chandigarh Administration	August (Shravan/Bhadra; annually)	Chandigarh	Traditional Punjabi crafts, phulkari items, ethnic wear, jewellery, clay artifacts	Walk-in for buyers; vendors apply through local administration or Chandigarh Tourism
CII AgroTech India 2026 Trade fair (agri + allied rural enterprise) · Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Northern Region; phone +91-172-5022522; agrotech-india.com	20–23 November 2026 (biennial, 16th edition)	Chandigarh (Parade Ground, Sector 17)	Primarily agri-tech and food processing; includes artisan/rural enterprise stalls and food product showcases from across India	Buyer/visitor registration at agrotech-india.com; exhibitor stall booking through CII Northern Region Chandigarh; B2B buyer passes available
Farida Gupta Chandigarh Exhibition Designer handicraft / handloom expo · Farida Gupta (independent label/brand)	April 16–18, 2026 (annual designer-craft expo)	Chandigarh (Hotel Aroma)	Exquisite handcrafted textiles, traditional Indian handloom, innovative approaches to phulkari and Punjab weaves, designer ethnic wear	Walk-in for buyers and retail customers; contact via 10times.com listing or the hotel directly; no advance buyer pass required
SARAS Aajeevika Mela (regional editions, Ludhiana / Patiala / Chandigarh region) SARAS mela / rural artisan fair · National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) / District Administration Punjab; State Rural Livelihoods Mission	Variable; typically February–March or October–November (annual, organized by NRLM/DAY-NRLM)	Ludhiana (PAU Grounds) / Patiala; occasionally Chandigarh zone	Rural SHG products: phulkari embroidery, handloom fabrics, woven baskets, clay crafts, wood carvings, pickle/food items by rural women artisans	Walk-in for buyers; artisan SHGs get free stalls through NRLM; resellers may buy directly from stall holders. Contact District Rural Development Agencies of Punjab for future dates

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
Phulkari Punjab Government Emporium (PSIEC)	State-run emporium selling authentic Phulkari embroidery, Punjabi juttis, handloom textiles, ODOP products; operated by Punjab Small Industries & Export Corporation	Consignment Policy 2025-26 and Expression of Interest (EOI) published by PSIEC for vendors to supply on consignment. Retail at SCO 27, Sector 17-E, Chandigarh 160017. Contact PSIEC head office: 18-Himalaya Marg, Udyog Bhawan, Sector 17A, Chandigarh; tel 0172-2702301-305; info-psiec@punjab.gov.in; psiec.punjab.gov.in
Patiala Handicraft Workshop Co-operative Industrial Society Ltd. (WSIC / phulkariindia)	Registered cooperative (est. 1997) of 880 phulkari artisans, 65,000+ women trained; produces Phulkari dupattas, bed covers, stoles, ZIP folders, hand fans; supplies PSIEC emporiums	Trade Partner Login available on their portal; Get Quote / formal quotation system for bulk orders. Phone: +91-7837832333; Email: patialahandicraft@gmail.com; WhatsApp available. Site: phulkariindia.linker.store. No published MOQ; contact directly for wholesale rates. Address: Phulkari Centre, VPO Thuha, Rajpura, Patiala 140417 (near Chandigarh)
Kashmir Government Arts Emporium	J&K Govt emporium selling Pashmina shawls, hand-embroidered Kashmir crafts, walnut wood carvings, papier-maché, crewel work, carpets	Walk-in retail; for wholesale inquiries contact the store directly. Address: SCO 11, Madhya Marg, Sector 17-D, Chandigarh 160017; tel: 0172-2704959; open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm
Punjab Handloom Emporium	State emporium for handloom textiles, phulkari, ladies suit material, cotton/silk fabrics from Punjab handloom clusters	Walk-in; wholesale inquiries via direct visit. Address: SCO 291, 1st Floor, Sector 35-D, Chandigarh 160022; also present in Sector 17. IndiaMART listing active for B2B inquiries
Tanish Exim International	Chandigarh-based handicraft exporter dealing in embroidered apparel, chikankari, batik, glass/frame paintings, decorative wooden handicrafts, fashion jewellery, handmade textiles for export markets	Export-oriented; accepts T/T, L/C, Western Union. Contact via exporthub.com or IndiaMart listing. Address: SCO 62-63, Sector 17-A, Chandigarh 160017. Inquiries via platform messaging or tanishinternational.com
Kalagram Craft Village (permanent craft bazaar)	Chandigarh Administration's permanent craft village at Manimajra hosting artisan studios, craft shops, and the National Crafts Mela annually; artisans from multiple states resident/present year-round	Walk-in year-round to buy from resident artisan studios. During the annual mela (Nov-Dec), 200+ stalls from 24 states. Contact UT Dept of Cultural Affairs, Chandigarh for artisan stall allocation. Phone: 18001802116
Gujarat Handloom & Handicraft Emporium	Gujarat state government emporium selling Gujarati handloom sarees, bandhani, Kutch embroidery, block-printed textiles, wooden handicrafts, mirror-work items	Walk-in retail; wholesale inquiries at the store. Address: Near Sector 20-D, Chandigarh. Justdial listing active for contact
Rajasthan Emporium / Bengal Handloom Emporium (Sector 17 cluster)	State emporiums in Sector 17 market aggregating crafts from their respective states — Rajasthani blue pottery, block prints, leatherwork; Bengali muslin, kantha stitch, terracotta	Walk-in; bulk purchase negotiable at counter. Sector 17 main market, Chandigarh. No fixed wholesale portal; approach store manager for trade pricing

Craft clusters

Phulkari embroidery (hand-embroidered cloth with silk thread on cotton base) — Chandigarh city + Sector 17 emporiums; artisan base in Patiala/Rajpura (supplies Chandigarh market) GI: Phulkari of Punjab (GI registered)
Handwoven shawls (Kullu, Kinnauri, Pashmina) — Chandigarh (retail/wholesale hub via Kashmir and Himachal artisans; Sector 17 emporiums) GI: Kullu Shawl (GI), Kinnauri Shawl (GI)
Wooden handicrafts and furniture (marquetry, decorative carved items) — Chandigarh Industrial Area / Sector 17 traders; Zirakpur/Mohali satellite market
Punjabi Juttis (hand-stitched leather footwear) — Chandigarh (PSIEC emporium + Sector 22 market); artisan base in Patiala, Amritsar GI: Punjabi Jutti (under consideration / state-promoted)
Blue Pottery (aggregated + sold at craft melas) — Kalagram craft village, Manimajra, Chandigarh (exhibition/trade point; produced in Jaipur)
Handloom textiles (cotton/silk, block-printed, ikat, tie-dye) — Chandigarh Haat (informal market); Sector 17 handloom emporiums
Brass and metal artifacts — Chandigarh (Sector 17 traders, Kalagram craft village)
Kashmiri handicrafts (papier-maché, walnut wood carving, crewel embroidery) — Kashmir Government Arts Emporium, SCO 11, Sector 17-D, Chandigarh

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Punjab Small Industries & Export Corporation (PSIEC) — Emporium Wing — Runs state Phulkari and handicraft emporiums; publishes Consignment Policy and EOI for vendors; promotes phulkari cooperatives; contact: 18-Himalaya Marg, Sector 17A, Chandigarh; 0172-2702301-305; psiec.punjab.gov.in
North Zone Cultural Centre (NZCC), Patiala — Co-organizes the annual National Crafts Mela at Kalagram; accepts artisan stall applications; promotes crafts of Punjab, Haryana, HP, Rajasthan, J&K, Ladakh, Chandigarh UT; culturenorthindia.com
UT Department of Art & Culture / Chandigarh Tourism — Co-organizes Kalagram craft events; manages Rose Festival stall bookings; runs Chandigarh Carnival and Teej cultural programs; procurement point for craft stalls; helpline 18001802116; 4th Floor Paryavaran Bhawan, Sector 19-B, Chandigarh; chandigarhtourism.gov.in
Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) — Northern Regional Office, New Delhi (covering Chandigarh UT) — Central nodal agency for artisan ID cards, cluster development, marketing support, export facilitation; state agency desk at Sector 17-A, Chandigarh 160017; handicrafts.nic.in
National Handloom Development Corporation (NHDC) — Provides bulk yarn, finance, and marketing support to handloom weavers in Punjab/Chandigarh region; source for handloom fabric resellers; nhdc.org.in
Industries Department, Chandigarh Administration — Registers and supports small/micro craft enterprises in Chandigarh UT; MSME schemes, cluster support; eodb.chd.gov.in

Andaman & Nicobar Islands

A remote UT with seven GI-tagged products (Padauk wood craft, Nicobari mats, Hodi canoes, virgin coconut oil), government-run wholesale access via ANE-Sagarika emporium, a new tribal craft shop opened February 2025, and a National Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet (February annually) where mainland buyers sign supply agreements directly with island producers.

Fairs & melas

Fair	When	City	What’s sold	Reseller / buyer access
Island Tourism Festival (ITF) Tourism festival with craft mela component · Directorate of Information, Publicity & Tourism, A&N Administration; phone 03192-236572 (Asst Secretary, GA)	December 27–31 and January 5–15 annually	Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair) — plus Swaraj Dweep (Havelock), Shaheed Dweep (Neil), Wandoor, and 13+ venues across the archipelago	Wood carvings, shell crafts, bamboo products, Nicobari Hodi scale models, hand-woven textiles, pearl and shell jewelry, tropical home decor, local honey, spices, coconut products	Walk-in free for buyers; 100+ handicraft stalls open to public; vendor/stall booking via Directorate of Information, Publicity & Tourism, A&N Administration (03192-236572)
National Handicrafts Week Fair & Exhibition Handicraft fair / exhibition · Directorate of Industries, A&N Administration (Director: Shri Atul Soni)	December 8–14 annually (National Handicrafts Week)	Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair) — held at ANE-Sagarika emporium first floor	Island-based crafts — cane & bamboo, sea shell, driftwood, lacquerwork, coconut shell products; live artisan demonstrations	Walk-in open to buyers; artisans from ANE-Sagarika, Khadi Gramodyog Bhawan, Coir Board, Rural Development and Tribal Welfare departments exhibit and sell directly
National Reverse Buyer–Seller Meet & Expo B2B trade meet / export linkage expo · A&N Administration Departments of Agriculture, Fisheries & Industries + Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Kolkata; supported by APEDA, MPEDA, Coconut Development Board, NFDB, RAMP	February 23–24 annually (confirmed February 2026 edition)	Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair) — Megapode Resort, Haddo	Chilled marine fish (Yellowfin Tuna, mackerel), coconut and value-added coconut products, indigenous spices (true cinnamon, nutmeg, bay leaf, black pepper), tropical cut flowers, multifloral honey, value-added food products	Registered national buyers invited; B2B sessions pair ~30 mainland buyers with ~49 island sellers; contact ICC Kolkata or A&N Dept of Industries to register as buyer; MoUs signed on-site
43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF) — A&N Pavilion National trade fair / UT pavilion · Directorate of Industries, A&N Administration (selects and sponsors local MSMEs with Udyam Registration)	November 14–27 annually	New Delhi (Pragati Maidan) — A&N Islands participate as exhibiting UT	Handicrafts and artisanal products — shell craft, wood carvings, coconut shell items, bamboo products; selected MSMEs display and sell from the dedicated A&N Pavilion	Buyers walk-in to A&N Pavilion at Pragati Maidan; island MSMEs apply to Directorate of Industries by mid-October each year with Udyam Registration + product list; resellers can meet sellers directly at the pavilion
Subhash Mela Patriotic-cultural mela with craft stalls · A&N Administration / local government	January 23 week (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose birth anniversary) — week-long	Port Blair (Cellular Jail) and Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)	Arts and crafts displays, local delicacies, souvenir stalls from island artisans	Walk-in open to public; artisan stalls sell directly; no formal buyer registration required
Block Mela (Rural Village Fairs) Rural mela / craft bazaar · Block Development Offices, Panchayati Raj Institutions, A&N Administration	Various times throughout the year; organized at block level by rural administration	Villages across North & Middle Andaman and South Andaman districts	Bamboo and cane work, agricultural products, folk art, handmade goods from local SHGs and artisan groups	Walk-in; buyers can purchase directly from artisan and SHG stalls; contact respective Block Development Officer for schedule
Local Arts and Handicrafts Festival Craft festival · A&N Administration / Directorate of Industries	Annual — typically held around national craft weeks or tourism promotion periods	Port Blair	All categories of island craft — cane & bamboo, sea shell, wood, driftwood, lacquerwork, coconut shell; registered as event on Ministry of Tourism's Utsav portal	Walk-in for buyers; artisans sell directly; listed on Government of India Utsav portal (utsav.gov.in)

Sellers, co-ops & emporiums — who lets you resell

Name	What they make / aggregate	Reseller / wholesale route
ANE–Sagarika (Andaman & Nicobar Emporium)	Government emporium aggregating handicrafts from local SMEs, SHGs, cooperatives and individual artisans — wood, shell, coconut, bamboo, cane, lacquer, Padauk craft	Open to national resellers and buyers as walk-in retail; also provides marketing support to local producers under the 'Providing of Marketing Support through ANE-Sagarika' scheme (guidelines dated 03 May 2019). Location: MG Road / DAG Colony, Port Blair 744101. To register as a supplier/partner unit, apply to the Directorate of Industries, A&N Administration. No published MOQ for retail walk-in buyers.
Island Heritage Crafts Center	First dedicated tribal craft shop in the islands — Nicobari handwoven mats, Hodi models, Padauk wood items, GI-tagged products, cane/bamboo goods, areca palm crafts, shell/bone/seed jewelry, tribal totems	Opened February 18, 2025; located at RGT Road, Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair). Walk-in retail; to establish bulk procurement contact A&N Tribal Welfare Department or the Directorate of Industries. Empowers tribal artisans directly — sourcing here links directly to tribal communities.
Khadi Gramodyog Bhawan (A&N Islands)	Khadi garments, organic and eco-craft products, village industry items; outlet at Udyog Parisar, Middle Point, Port Blair	Government-run; registered dealers and bulk buyers can procure through KVIC/KVIB channels. Walk-in retail available. Contact A&N Islands Khadi and Village Industries Board, Port Blair.
Coir Board Outlet (A&N Islands)	Coir-based products — mats, rope, eco-packaging; participates in National Handicrafts Week exhibition at ANE-Sagarika	Under Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises / Coir Board of India. Bulk procurement through Coir Board regional contact. Walk-in retail at Port Blair outlet.
Anmol Pearl and Handicraft	Pearls, shell items, cane and wooden items — retail and wholesale from Port Blair	Walk-in at Port Blair; can negotiate bulk/wholesale directly at the store. Contact via local Port Blair tourism directories.
Island Craft Emporium	Sea shells (all varieties), wooden handicrafts, pearls, coral and gemstone craft items	Walk-in retail in Port Blair; bulk orders can be discussed directly at the emporium.
TRIFED / Tribes India (for Nicobari and tribal products)	TRIFED aggregates tribal artisan products including Nicobari crafts; markets through Tribes India retail outlets and e-commerce platform (tribesindia.com)	Resellers can source GI-tagged tribal crafts through TRIFED's Tribes India platform online, or register as trade partner at trifed.tribal.gov.in. No minimum order stated publicly; contact TRIFED regional office.

Craft clusters

Padauk Wood Craft (furniture, carvings, decorative items) — Port Blair / South Andaman Island GI: Padauk Wood Craft (GI tag awarded)
Nicobari Handwoven Mat (Chatrai-hileuoi) — pandanus screw-pine leaf weaving — Car Nicobar and Nicobar Island group GI: Nicobari Mat / Chatrai-hileuoi (GI tag awarded)
Nicobari Hodi — traditional outrigger canoe and scale-model craft — Nicobar Islands (Car Nicobar district) GI: Hodi Outrigger Canoe (GI tag awarded)
Virgin Coconut Oil (Tavi-i-Ngaich) — cold-pressed artisanal production — Nicobar Islands GI: Nicobari Tavi-i-Ngaich Virgin Coconut Oil (GI tag awarded)
Sea Shell Craft — jewelry, decorative items, lampshades, ashtrays — Port Blair, Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)
Coconut Shell, Fibre & Stem Craft — bowls, lamp shades, jewelry, tableware — Port Blair and South Andaman
Cane and Bamboo Craft — baskets, fish traps, hats, furniture — North & Middle Andaman (Diglipur, Mayabunder)
Karen Musley Rice — traditional aromatic rice (agri-craft) — Karen community settlements, Middle Andaman GI: Andaman Karen Musley Rice (GI tag awarded)
Tribal Bone, Seed and Coral Jewelry — traditional adornment craft — Port Blair (Island Heritage Crafts Center, RGT Road)
Lacquerwork and Driftwood Art — Port Blair and South Andaman

Govt bodies & schemes (collab / procurement)

Directorate of Industries, A&N Administration, Port Blair — Nodal agency for handicraft promotion; runs ANE-Sagarika emporium; organizes National Handicrafts Week fair; selects and sponsors MSME units for IITF; administers marketing support scheme for SHGs/cooperatives/artisans; co-organizes National Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet. Contact: Director of Industries, Port Blair.
Directorate of Information, Publicity & Tourism (DIPT), A&N Administration — Organizes Island Tourism Festival (Dec-Jan) across 13+ island venues; manages stall bookings for craft vendors at ITF. Phone: 03192-236572. Website: andamantourism.gov.in
A&N Islands Khadi and Village Industries Board (KVIB) — Runs Khadi Gramodyog Bhawan at Udyog Parisar, Middle Point, Port Blair; provides 90% subsidy on tools for tribal artisans; supports coir, bakery and village craft units. Enables bulk procurement for registered dealers.
Tribal Welfare Department, A&N Administration — Supports tribal artisan livelihood; co-exhibitor at National Handicrafts Week; involved in Island Heritage Crafts Center operations for Nicobari and other tribal communities.
Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Kolkata — A&N partner body — Co-organizes the National Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet & Expo (February, Megapode Resort); facilitates B2B linkages between mainland buyers and island producers. Contact via ICC Kolkata for registration as buyer.
TRIFED (Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India) — Aggregates Nicobari and Andamanese tribal crafts; markets through Tribes India retail and e-commerce; enables resellers to source GI-tagged tribal products at tribesindia.com and trifed.tribal.gov.in.
Coir Board of India — A&N Islands — Promotes and markets coir-based crafts; participates in island craft fairs; enables bulk procurement for registered trade buyers. Under Ministry of MSME.