"kolhapuri-chappal"

Luxury brand responds to Maharashtra artisans’ outrage over cultural appropriation, promises dialogue and recognition of Indian craftsmanship.

Maharashtra artisans accuse Prada of copying GI-tagged Kolhapuri chappals in its 2026 collection without credit. BJP MP Mahadik urges state action, revenue sharing, and legal protection for artisans, highlighting the cultural and economic impact of this alleged appropriation

Demand for the hand-crafted ethnic footwear growing among millennials