India, Feb. 13 -- At the 39th Surajkund International Atmanirbhar Craft Festival, stalls line the grounds with artisans standing beside their work - their each piece telling a story. From Banarasi sarees and Odisha's palm leaf painting to Rajasthani dolls, every year, the festival brings together a range of artwork from across the country.

This year, there are 1,230 stalls. Many of these are a little windows into family legacies and protecting traditional practises.

Madan Lal, 54, said his mother, Bhawari Devi,had set up their first stall here during the first edition in 1987. "Back then, there were only 10-11 stalls. After my father passed away in 1991, I began accompanying her. Over the years, I have seen the fair grow."

After the mo...