The Consulate General of India, Sao Paulo is pleased to inform interested members of the public, cultural institutions, and relevant organizations of the invitation extended by the Government of Haryana for participation in the 40th Surajkund International Crafts Festival–2027, scheduled to be held at Surajkund, Faridabad, Haryana, during the first fortnight of February 2027.

The Surajkund International Crafts Festival is a prominent international event celebrating traditional handicrafts, handlooms, folk art, cultural heritage, and culinary traditions. The festival provides a platform for participating countries to showcase their artistic and cultural diversity, promote international cultural exchange, and strengthen people-to-people ties. At the 39th edition, more than 53 countries and approximately 700 foreign artists participated. Uganda has been designated as the Partner Nation for the 2027 edition.

The Government of Haryana has invited interested countries to participate by deputing cultural troupes comprising approximately 10–15 members and/or artisans and craftspeople numbering approximately 4–5 persons, to present their cultural traditions, artistic expressions, and traditional craftsmanship. The Surajkund Mela Authority will provide complimentary boarding, lodging, and transportation between Delhi Airport and the festival grounds for participating delegates during their stay. International airfare, visa fees, customs duties, travel and goods insurance, other incidental expenses, and professional fees, wherever applicable, will not be borne by the Mela Authority.

Interested cultural organizations, institutions, artisan groups, and other relevant stakeholders are encouraged to consider this opportunity to represent their country’s cultural heritage and contribute to the promotion of international cultural cooperation.

For further information and coordination, interested parties may contact Shri Rajinder Sharma, Project Officer-cum-Liaison Officer, Haryana Government Tourist Bureau, at rajinder.tourism@hry.gov.in or haryanatourism74@gmail.com, or by telephone at +91 98185 90913.