EPCH’s Handicrafts Expo (Artefacts) to be Celebrated in Jodhpur

Jodhpur, Rajasthan 13th January 2026: With the 2nd Edition of Handicrafts Expo (Artefacts)-2026 to commence on 15th January 2026, final preparations are in full swing at the EPCH Trade Facilitation Centre (TFC), Boranada, Jodhpur, for this grand five-day event scheduled from January 15th to 19th, 2026. The event is curated to create a business-ready marketplace while celebrating the depth, authenticity and cultural resonance of India’s craft traditions, aligning with the theme that foregrounds the “Magic of Gifted Hands” and the artistry behind every artefact.

Following the inaugural edition’s resounding success that generated substantial business enquiries and positioned Jodhpur as Rajasthan’s handicraft capital, the 2nd Edition of Handicrafts Expo (Artefacts)-2026 opens from 11 AM to 8 PM daily from 15th to 19th January’26. This five-day B2B-cum-B2C extravaganza will showcase participation from 100+ manufacturers/exporters across India and is poised to attract large number of trade visitors including domestic volume buyers, sourcing agents, retail chains, e-commerce platforms, interior designers, hoteliers and architects seeking authentic export-quality Indian craftsmanship thereby encouraging both substantial order bookings and on-the-spot retail sales.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Neeraj Khanna, Chairman, EPCH shared that “the Expo is meant to spotlight the people and their stories behind India’s handmade excellence. Every artefact at the Expo whispers a tale of traditions carried forward, skill perfected through devotion, creativity born from ancestral wisdom and the resilience of artisan communities across generation.”

Dr. Khanna further added “Artefacts-2026 is designed as a high-impact confluence of craft and commerce bringing together manufacturers, craft clusters and creative enterprises under one roof. Artefacts-2026 is being crafted as a marketplace where the stories are told, the skills are valued and artisans are connected directly with trade visitors who appreciate handmade authenticity, while buyers experience a breadth of craft narratives and product ranges that reflect India’s heritage and design legacy.”

Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Director General in role of Chief Mentor, EPCH and Chairman, IEML said that “the initiative complements EPCH’s flagship export platforms by creating additional market channels for producers through regionally anchored shows. He further highlighted that by offering a ready marketplace in Jodhpur, an established sourcing base, Artefacts-2026 is intended to help manufacturers broaden their reach in India, strengthen brand visibility across institutional/online/retail buying segments and create stronger domestic demand linkages for export-quality handcrafted products.

Sagar Mehta, Vice Chairman-EPCH said that “The Expo will showcase an extraordinary diversity of handicrafts from India’s premier craft clusters, presenting accent furniture, home décor, jewellery, marble décor, hand-knotted rugs & carpets, ethnic textiles, kitchen accessories, lamp lighting, giftware and lifestyle products from leading manufacturers from Moradabad, Bhadohi, Agra, Jaipur, Saharanpur, Sambhal, Delhi, Haryana etc contributing specialised artisanal collections representing the complete spectrum of Indian handmade excellence.

Highlighting the cultural significance of the expo Nirmal Bhandari, Member CoA, EPCH added, “Jodhpur’s Trade Facilitation Centre offers the ideal setting for a fair that merges business opportunity with cultural celebration. This year’s Artefacts Expo features a rich cultural calendar with daily cultural evenings showcasing Rajasthani folk dances, live musical performances, a grand fashion show presenting handcrafted textiles, jewellery and accessories styled ensuring high visitor dwell time and repeat visits. A dedicated food court will serve authentic cuisines and food items enhancing the complete visitor experience.”

Underlining the institutional support behind the event Rajesh Rawat, Executive Director, EPCH shared that “We are deeply grateful to the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, for their unwavering support and strategic guidance in bringing the 2nd Edition of Handicrafts Expo (Artefacts)-2026 to fruition”. “The Expo is supported by mass-scale publicity across digital, print, radio and outdoor channels and we expect this will be our strongest edition yet, attracting trade visitors, domestic volume buyer, buying & sourcing consultants from across India who are seeking authentic, handmade products with cultural resonance.” Rawat added further