At the 18th BRICS summit, held in Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, the Bagh Print art became a central focus of attention at the 'BRICS Market' exhibition. This craft, created using natural dyes and finely carved wooden blocks, was demonstrated on the international stage.
High-ranking representatives from various countries attending the event examined the specific technique of Bagh Print printing, the scientific application of natural pigments, and the age-old process of applying patterns to fabric using wooden blocks.
Participants who viewed the BRICS Market approached the Bagh Print stalls and closely studied the block printing process. Wooden blocks featuring the 'BRICS' logo were specially made for this global event.
Representatives highly appreciated this world-renowned art from the Dhar region in Madhya Pradesh, and some even tried printing fabrics themselves by dipping the carved wooden stamps into natural dyes. These printed items became memorable souvenirs that the delegates took home.
At such a prestigious global forum as the 18th BRICS summit, master craftsman Mohammed Bilaal Khatri, a recipient of a national award from the Dhar region, Madhya Pradesh, conducted a live demonstration of Bagh Print. The fact that representatives from many countries were able to understand and participate in this traditional culture is considered a significant international achievement for the rich artisanal traditions of Madhya Pradesh.
As part of the BRICS Market organized for the summit, renowned artists and artisans from dozens of countries are participating, including Brazil, Russia, China, South Africa, Vietnam, Iran, Kazakhstan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Belarus, and Ethiopia, in addition to India. Among them, the Bagh Print crafts from Madhya Pradesh leave an indelible mark.
