India, Oct. 28 -- From Jharkhand's ancient Dokra metalwork to Nagaland's crochet dolls, eight artisans from eight states brought India's diverse craft traditions to the international spotlight at the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, showcasing their handmade creations to global delegates at Parliament House Complex this week.

The artisans, supported under the Centre's PM Vishwakarma scheme, participated in a two-day Cultural Bazar organised alongside the forum, offering delegates a glimpse into the country's indigenous skills, traditional craftsmanship and living cultural heritage.

The showcase featured crafts from Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Bihar, Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir, and Nagaland.

The exhibits ranged f...