India, Oct. 3 -- Graduates from Kachchh and Bagalkote showcase vibrant collections that blend heritage craft with contemporary design

Mumbai -Somaiya Kala Vidya (SKV) hosted Kachchhi Virasat, its annual graduation exhibition, on 28-29 September 2025 at Cymroza Art Gallery, Breach Candy, Mumbai. Organised by Design Craft, the exhibition was inaugurated by acclaimed filmmaker Ms Kiran Rao and featured the collections of 30 graduating artisan designers who completed SKV's year-long programme in design course.

The graduating class brought together 17 artisans from Kutch, Gujarat, and 13 from Bagalkote, Karnataka. Their work showcasedAjrakh and Batik Block Print, Bandhani, Extra Weft Weaving, Rabari and Suf Embroidery from Kachchh, alongside I...