Faridabad, Oct. 25 -- Traditional handicrafts, festive decorations and regional delicacies are attracting visitors to the third Surajkund Diwali Mela, providing artisans, weavers and small traders from different states an opportunity to showcase their products and reach new customers.
Gujarati cotton bedsheets, quilts and traditional textiles have emerged as popular shopping choices, with visitors showing interest in their designs, quality and year-round utility, according to stall operators.
Handcrafted idols of Lord Ganesha, Radha-Krishna, the Ram family, Lord Shiva and Buddha are also drawing buyers looking for religious and decorative items. Artisans said the fair offered them direct access to customers and a platform to promote tradi...