Srinagar Recognized as a 'World Craft City' by the World Craft Council
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Srinagar recognized as a 'World Craft City' by the World Craft Council (WCC). |
| Previous Recognition | Designated as part of the UNESCO Creative City Network (UCCN) for crafts and folk arts in 2021. |
| World Craft Council (WCC) | - Founded in 1964. |
| - Non-profit, non-governmental organization. | |
| - Affiliated to UNESCO. | |
| - Registered in Belgium as an international association (AISBL). | |
| - Organized into five regions: Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and North America. | |
| Srinagar's Craft History | - Over 4,000 years of written history. |
| - Craft scene transformed in the 14th century with Persian and Central Asian influences. | |
| - Known for shawls, carpets, and papier mache. | |
| Economic Impact | - Handicraft exports increased from Rs. 1,000 to 2,000 crores in the last five years. |
| Other Indian Craft Cities | - Jaipur, Malappuram, Mysore. |
| WCC Founders | - Ms. Aileen Osborn Vanderbilt Webb, Ms. Margaret M. Patch, Smt Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay. |
| WCC Headquarters (2021-2024) | - State of Kuwait. |
| 1st WCC General Assembly | - Held in New York on June 12, 1964. |