**Executive Summary**
The Ministry of External Affairs, in collaboration with the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) under the Ministry of Textiles, organized a cultural event for BRICS Sherpas and Sous Sherpas at the National Crafts Museum (NCM & HKA), New Delhi on February 10, 2026. The event, following the BRICS Sherpas meeting held on February 9-10, 2026, aimed to showcase India's cultural heritage and crafts.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Overview:**
* A special cultural evening was organised for BRICS Sherpas and Sous Sherpas.
* The event took place at the National Crafts Museum (NCM & HKA), New Delhi on February 10, 2026.
* The event followed the BRICS Sherpas meeting held on February 9-10, 2026 in New Delhi under India's Chairmanship.
* The purpose was to showcase India's rich cultural heritage, traditional crafts, art, music and cuisine.
* **Participants:**
* Sherpas from Brazil, Russia, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Iran, and Indonesia attended.
* Ambassadors from BRICS member and partner countries were present.
* Nearly 30 foreign delegates participated.
* Delegation included Secretaries from Ministry of Health, DPIIT and Revenue Department, a team of 30 MEA officers and officers from National Crafts Museum from the Indian side.
* **Activities:**
* Delegates were taken on a guided tour of the museum galleries.
* Artisan stalls featuring Black Pottery, Chamba Rumal, Kalamkari, Lac Bangles, and Papier Mâché displayed traditional handicrafts and handloom products.
**Impact Analysis**
**National Crafts Museum:**
* **Impact:**
* Increased visibility and promotion of Indian crafts and culture.
* Opportunity to showcase artisans and their products to an international audience.
* **Action Required:**
* Continue supporting and promoting Indian arts and crafts.
**Ministry of External Affairs (MEA):**
* **Impact:**
* Strengthened cultural diplomacy with BRICS nations.
* Opportunity to promote India's image and soft power.
* **Action Required:**
* Continue to promote cultural exchange and collaboration with BRICS nations.
**BRICS Sherpas and Sous Sherpas:**
* **Impact:**
* Gained exposure to India's cultural heritage and artistic traditions.
* Opportunity to network and engage with Indian officials and artisans.
* **Action Required:**
* Share insights and experiences gained from the event.
Key Entities Referenced
BRICS: Intergovernmental organization comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, for which a cultural event was organized.
Ministry of Textiles: Indian government ministry involved in organizing the event through its office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts).
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA): Indian government ministry that collaborated in organizing a cultural event for BRICS delegates.
National Crafts Museum (NCM & HKA): Location in New Delhi where the cultural event was held.
New Delhi: City where the event took place.
Ministry of Textiles
National Crafts Museum Event Strengthens
Cultural Connect with BRICS Nations
Posted On: 13 FEB 2026 4:00PM by PIB Delhi
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), in collaboration with the Office of the Development
Commissioner (Handicrafts) under the Ministry of Textiles, organised a special cultural evening for
BRICS Sherpas and Sous Sherpas at the National Crafts Museum (NCM & HKA), New Delhi, on 10
February 2026, after the successful conclusion of the first meeting of BRICS Sherpas and Sous Sherpas
held on 9–10 February 2026 in New Delhi under India’s Chairmanship. The event was aimed at
showcasing India’s rich cultural heritage, traditional crafts, and living traditions, including art, music, and
cuisine.
The Sherpas from Brazil, Russia, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Iran, and
Indonesia participated in the occasion. The event was also attended by ambassadors from BRICS member
and partner countries and nearly 30 foreign delegates.
The Secretary (Economic Relations), India’s BRICS Sherpa, hosted the event supported by the Joint
Secretary (Multilateral Economic Relations), India’s BRICS Sous Sherpa. The delegation also included
the Secretaries from Ministry of Health, DPIIT and Revenue Department, and a team of 30 MEA officers
and officers from National Crafts Museum from the Indian side.
The delegates were taken on a guided tour of the museum galleries by the volunteer guides. During the
tour, they were introduced to India’s diverse crafts, folk art, and traditional practices.To mark the occasion, special artisan stalls featuring Black Pottery, Chamba Rumal, Kalamkari, Lac
Bangles, and Papier Mâché were set up by the Museum’s artisans within the premises. These stalls
displayed traditional handicrafts and handloom products from various regions of India and attracted
significant interest from the guests.
The delegates expressed appreciation for India’s efforts in preserving traditional arts and crafts and
promoting artisans at the international level.
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