Piyush Goyal Gifts Sanganeri Shawls at BRICS Meet

The symbolic presentation of Sanganeri shawls coincided with the successful conclusion of the 16th BRICS Trade Ministers’ Meeting, hosted by India under its BRICS Chairship 2026.

The meeting brought together trade ministers and senior officials from all BRICS member countries to discuss strengthening economic cooperation, resilient supply chains and reforms in the multilateral trading system.

The Sanganeri shawls, known for their intricate hand-block printing, natural dyes and elegant floral motifs, represent one of Rajasthan’s most celebrated traditional crafts.

Originating from Sanganer, near Jaipur, the textile art has earned national and international recognition for its distinctive craftsmanship and continues to support thousands of artisan families.

The presentation also reflected the Government of India’s emphasis on promoting indigenous crafts and handloom products under the ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative.

Celebrated every year on August 7, National Handloom Day honours India’s centuries-old weaving traditions and recognises the contribution of handloom weavers and artisans to the country’s cultural and economic heritage.

By choosing locally crafted Sanganeri shawls as official gifts for international delegates, India showcased not only Rajasthan’s artistic excellence but also the country’s commitment to preserving traditional crafts while promoting them on global platforms.

The gesture reinforced the message of supporting local artisans and highlighted India’s rich cultural legacy alongside its growing leadership role within the BRICS grouping.