India, July 12 -- Following a row among craftsmen in Kolhapur after the Italian luxury brand Prada showcased Kolhapuri chappal-inspired footwear in its Spring/ Summer 2026 menswear collection in Milan last month, in a first video conference with Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (MACCIA) on Friday, the latter discussed a recognition of the Kolhapuri brand, through a 'Made in India' Kolhapuri collection partnering with local artisans, and possibilities of future collaborations with other traditional products from Maharashtra, such as Paithani sarees, artefacts with tribal embroidery and silver ornaments from Hupari, in Kolhapur district.

Lalit Gandhi, president of MACCIA, led the state team of officers and represen...