Srinagar, Jan. 28 -- Handicrafts and handloom department officials on Monday visited the house of Farooq Ahmad Mir, mastercraftsman who was awarded Padma Shri in the field of arts and crafts.

Mir, who is the renowned Kani shawl weaver from Srinagar, was conferred the prestigious award in recognition of his 60 years of perseverance in promoting the unique craft of Kani weaving for his immense contribution in taking the crafts to the next level.

Director handicrafts and Hhandloom, Kashmir, Mussarat Islam said that this recognition shall provide traction to the indigenous craft of Kani weaving at an international level.

A team of officers led by the director, visited the residence of Mir at Chanapora, Srinagar, to personally congratulate ...