Heritage Craft
& Culture

No other trade facilitation body in India specifically connects artisans, craft cooperatives, and cultural enterprises with international luxury and lifestyle markets. IGBC does.

$4.4B

Indian Exports

Artisans Employed

200M+

Craft Ecosystem

Growing

Ethical Luxury Demand

India's handicraft sector employs 7 million artisans and generates $4.4B in exports, yet most artisan businesses lack access to international markets beyond tourist sales. Global demand for ethical, handmade, and culturally authentic goods is accelerating, but Indian artisans have no institutional bridge to reach these buyers. IGBC's Heritage Craft vertical is the first of its kind.

Subsectors

What we cover.

Textile & Handloom

Banarasi silk, Kanchipuram weaves, Pashmina, Chanderi, and block prints. India's handloom sector employs 4.3M weavers producing fabrics sought by luxury fashion houses globally.

Pottery & Ceramics

Blue pottery of Jaipur, terracotta traditions, and contemporary ceramic design. Indian pottery traditions date back 5,000 years with growing demand in international home decor markets.

Jewelry & Metalwork

Kundan, Meenakari, Bidriware, and contemporary Indian jewelry design. India processes 90% of the world's diamonds and has a rich tradition of artisanal metalwork.

Wood & Bamboo Craft

Sandalwood carving, bamboo weaving, and sustainable furniture design. India's bamboo sector alone is valued at $4.5B with applications from construction to lifestyle products.

Cultural Tourism Partnerships

Craft tourism experiences, artisan village visits, and cultural exchange programs. Connecting international tourism operators with authentic Indian craft experiences.

Design Collaboration Exchanges

Pairing Indian artisans with international designers. Creating contemporary products that honor traditional techniques while meeting global market expectations.

Where Craft Meets Demand