Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 at Delhi Haat INA: over 130 stalls, open till 15 November
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment opened Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 at Delhi Haat, INA in New Delhi on 3 November 2026, and it will stay open for visitors till 15 November 2026. The fair is for artisans from Scheduled Caste, Other Backward Class, sanitation worker and disabled communities, and anyone can visit it.
What this means for you
If you live in or around Delhi and like handicrafts, handloom clothes, home decor or food, you can visit the fair any day till 15 November 2026. You can buy directly from artisans and watch cultural performances in the evening. The artisans taking part get free stalls along with travel expenses, a daily allowance and help with transporting their goods.
Key facts
- The fair runs from 3 November 2026 to 15 November 2026, a total of 15 days.
- Venue: Delhi Haat, INA, New Delhi.
- More than 130 stalls have been set up at the fair.
- The theme is 'Prakash aur Parampara – Jyoti se Jyoti Jalayein'.
- The ministry has held 15 such fairs since 2022, benefiting over 1,000 artisans.
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has organised Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 at Delhi Haat, INA in New Delhi. The 15-day fair will stay open for visitors till 15 November 2026. Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr Virendra Kumar inaugurated the fair and visited the stalls.
Theme and venue
The fair is held on the theme ‘Prakash aur Parampara – Jyoti se Jyoti Jalayein’. It brings together India’s traditional handicrafts, festive lights and cultural heritage. More than 130 stalls have been set up at the fair.
What the fair offers
The fair is divided into seven themed zones. At Kala Aangan, craftspeople give live demonstrations of their art. Prakash Chowk shows different shades of lamps and lights. Puja Path displays items related to worship. Sajawat Bazaar has home decor products. Gharana has clothing and fashion products. Swad Chowk offers different dishes to taste, while the stage hosts cultural performances.
Evening cultural programmes
A key attraction is the series of cultural programmes held in the evening. Artists from different states come together on one stage to present their art forms and cultural traditions. These include music, dance and other artistic performances.
Which artisans get a chance
The stalls display handicrafts, handloom products and creative artworks made by artisans and beneficiaries from Scheduled Caste, Other Backward Class, sanitation worker and disabled communities. These artisans are supported by the National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC), the National Backward Classes Finance and Development Corporation (NBCFDC), the National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC) and the National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation (NHFDC). They get free stalls as well as facilities such as travel expenses, a daily allowance and transport of their goods.
Bharat TULIP and Purple Fest
A key attraction of the fair is Bharat TULIP, which aims to connect artisans to wider markets through e-commerce platforms. The notice says this helps them reach more customers. Through Purple Fest, the fair also encourages the creativity and contribution of persons with disabilities.
How many fairs have been held before
The ministry has been holding Shilp Samagam fairs since 2022. Through the 15 such fairs held so far, more than 1,000 artisans from Scheduled Caste, Other Backward Class and sanitation worker communities have got the chance to display and market their products.
Questions and answers
Where is Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 and how long will it run?
The fair is at Delhi Haat, INA in New Delhi and will stay open for visitors till 15 November 2026. It is a 15-day fair.
What can visitors see at the fair?
The fair displays handicrafts, handloom products and creative artworks. It is divided into seven themed zones such as Kala Aangan, Prakash Chowk, Puja Path, Sajawat Bazaar, Gharana, Swad Chowk and a stage.
Are there evening programmes at the fair?
Yes, a series of cultural programmes is held in the evening. Artists from different states present music, dance and other performances on one stage.
Whose stalls are at the fair?
The stalls belong to artisans and beneficiaries from Scheduled Caste, Other Backward Class, sanitation worker and disabled communities. They are supported by NSFDC, NBCFDC, NSKFDC and NHFDC.
What is Bharat TULIP?
Bharat TULIP is a key attraction of the fair, meant to connect artisans to wider markets through e-commerce platforms. The notice says this gives artisans better recognition and direct reach to customers.
Source: PIB, "शिल्प समागम मेला 2026 में पारंपरिक कला, हस्तशिल्प और सांस्कृतिक प्रस्तुतियों के माध्यम से भारत की सांस्कृतिक विविधता का उत्सव", 3 November 2026. Read the original notice
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