Srinagar, Dec. 10 -- Four master artisans from the Valley were honoured with prestigious awards by the Government of India, recognising their exceptional contributions to traditional art forms.

The honours were presented on December 09, 2025, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, in a ceremony presided over by the President of India.

Khwaja Nazir Ali and Manzoor Ahmad Khan were bestowed with national awards in Sozni Shawl weaving and handmade carpets respectively, while Mashkoora Hameed and Mir Arshad received 'certificate of excellence' in Sozni Shawl and Paper Mache respectively.

The honours form part of the annual Shilp Guru Awards and National Awards-a prestigious initiative of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textile...