Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Nov 30: The two-day Jammu & Kashmir Textile Sourcing Fair (JKTSF) 2024, an International Buyer-Seller Meet (BSM), concluded today.
The JKTSF 2024 was organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) in collaboration with the Handloom Export Promotion Council (HEPC) at SKUAST-Kashmir.
Vikramjit Singh, Commissioner Secretary Industries & Commerce, Saurabh Bhagat Commissioner Secretary Science and Technology, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir; Dr. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, Chancellor of SKUAST-Kashmir, Khalid Jahangir, Managing Director, Jammu & Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization, Khalid Majeed; Director Industries and Commerce Department Kashmir, and N. Sreedhar, Executive Director of HEPC were present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering, Commissioner Secretary I&C, Vikramjit Singh highlighted that the fair marks the beginning of tradition aimed at promoting trade and exports while fostering economic prosperity in Jammu and Kashmir. He emphasized the importance of such platforms in enabling artisans to forge connections that transcend borders
Vice Chancellor of SKUAST-Kashmir, Dr. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, also addressed the gathering on the occasion.
Managing Director of JKTPO, Khalid Jahangir while delivering vote of thanks, expressed gratitude to all stakeholders for successful conduct of the event.
Earlier, Executive Director of HEPC, N. Sreedhar, in his welcome address, hailed the initiative of JKTPO and highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts in preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of Jammu and Kashmir.
During the fair, over 70 local sellers showcased an array of handcrafted products, including intricate shawls, Pashmina suits, resplendent sarees, Basohli paintings, crewelwork, paper mache, and chain stitch creations. The event has attracted more than 50 national and international buyers from countries like Australia, Japan, Germany, France, Quwait, UK, Duestcheland, Egypt, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, etc. Visitors had the opportunity to witness the region’s rich artistry and explore high-quality, handcrafted products known for their uniqueness and cultural significance.
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