Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Shri Ramdas Athawale visited the ongoing Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 at Dilli Haat INA, in the National Capital, here this evening. The Mela is being organised by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India.
Administrative Mandates & Sectoral Directives
Smt Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya, Union Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution; Chairman-cum-Managing Director, National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC), Shri Prabhat Tyagi; GM, NSFDC, Shri Sapan Barua; DGM, NSFDC Rajnish Banker, AGM NSFDC, Shri Gulshan Pahadiya; Manager NSFDC, Shri P. K. Jha; Assistant Manager, NSFDC, Shri Mahesh Chand besides other senior officials of the Ministry were present on the occasion.
Detailing the operational roadmap, organized around the theme ‘प्रकाश और परंपरा – ज्योति से ज्योति जलाएँ’, the 15-day Mela brings together India’s rich cultural heritage and traditional craftsmanship through seven distinct thematic zones. These include कला आँगन, प्रकाश चौक, पूजा पथ, सजावट बाज़ार, घराना, स्वाद चौक and मंच, offering visitors a comprehensive experience of India’s artistic, cultural and culinary diversity.
Shri Ramdas Athawale toured and inspected the stalls, showcasing the Ministry’s continued commitment towards promoting the entrepreneurial capabilities of artisans and beneficiaries belonging to Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, Safai Karamcharis and persons with disabilities by providing them with an accessible platform to showcase and market their products.
Verified Benchmarks & Program Indicators
Comprehensive program documentation and official disclosures outline key operational figures and quantitative benchmarks:
- Key Indicator: Established target milestone of ₹37.90 Lakh under the active deployment framework.
Official Perspectives & Leadership Directives
In official remarks concerning the development, Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment highlighted the imperative of rigorous milestone tracking, cross-agency alignment, and steadfast adherence to established operational timelines.
Implementation Scope & Institutional Coordination
Shri Ramdas Athawale said the Shilp Samagam Mela has emerged as an important platform for connecting traditional artisans and entrepreneurs with consumers, creating market linkages and strengthening livelihood opportunities.
In terms of implementation context, he said the Central Government led by Hon’ble Prime Shri Narendra Modi, is committed to work for the inclusive socio economic development of all the sections of the people particularly the sections which need adequate opportunities to earn dignified livelihoods.
The Minister said the Mela showcases a diverse range of handicrafts, handloom products, traditional textiles, festive decorations, lamps, home décor items and other indigenous products through more than 130 stalls.
Forward Outlook: Phased Execution
Administrative bodies and departmental task forces will maintain active oversight across designated implementation cycles, ensuring scheduled deliverables translate into tangible public outcomes.
