8-Day Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 Concludes Successfully in Guwahati, Assam

The Shilp Samagam Mela 2026, organized by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, began on October 21, 2026, in Guwahati, showcasing 40 varieties of handloom and handicraft products made by 75 artisans. The mela attracted hundreds of visitors initially and later thousands, generating enthusiasm among locals. The eight-day event came to a successful conclusion on October 29, 2026, drawing widespread appreciation from visitors, local communities, and participating artisans.

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Prelims-testable facts

01The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is organizing the 8 Days Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 in Guwahati, Assam.
02The Mela will feature 75 artisans, including 31 women artisans, showcasing approximately 40 varieties of handloom and handicraft products.
03The event aims to provide market access, entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods for artisans from Scheduled Castes (SCs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs), Safai Mitras, and Denotified Tribes (DNTs).
04The Mela will be held at Farm Gate, Khanapara, Guwahati, from October 21 to 28, 2026.
05The event will provide artisans with a platform to exhibit and sell their products directly to visitors, establish connections with prospective customers, and explore opportunities to expand their market reach.
06The participation of artisans from the North-Eastern States will provide visitors with an opportunity to appreciate the diversity of India's artistic traditions, indigenous craftsmanship, and cultural heritage.

Trap alerts

Most people think Shilp Samagam Mela is a one-time event, but actually it is a recurring event organized by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to promote traditional handicrafts and handloom products.
Most people think Shilp Samagam Mela is only for artisans from Scheduled Castes (SCs), but actually it also includes artisans from Other Backward Classes (OBCs), Safai Mitras, and Denotified Tribes (DNTs).

Prelims Practice MCQs

Single facteasy

The Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 was organized by which Ministry?

A.Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
B.Ministry of Culture
C.Ministry of Textiles
D.Ministry of Tourism

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment is responsible for organizing the Shilp Samagam Mela.

Multiple statementsmedium

Consider the following statements regarding Shilp Samagam Mela 2026: 1. The Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 was organized by the Ministry of Culture. 2. The mela showcased 40 varieties of handloom and handicraft products made by 75 artisans. 3. The mela was held in Guwahati, Assam, from October 1 to October 31, 2026. How many of the above statements are correct?

A.Only one
B.Only two
C.All three
D.None

Statement 1 is false because the fact list states that the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment organized the Shilp Samagam Mela 2026. Statement 2 is true because the fact list states that the mela showcased 40 varieties of handloom and handicraft products made by 75 artisans. Statement 3 is false because the fact list states that the mela was held from October 21 to October 29, 2026.

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