Bengaluru: The Crafts Council of Karnataka has organised Kuteera 2026 – Diwali Mela from Nov. 1 to 5 between 11 am and 9 pm at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath in Bengaluru.

The five-day event will celebrate India’s diverse craft traditions, festive customs and cultural heritage.

Organised under the leadership of Crafts Council of Karnataka Chairperson Chandra Jain, with Revathi Prasad as Exhibition Convener, the Mela will showcase a wide range of traditional handicrafts, including wood carving, leather puppetry, embroidery, handloom textiles, tribal jewellery, pottery, folk paintings, natural fibre crafts and metalwork.

Visitors can also participate in hands-on workshops on diya making and painting, palm-leaf folding and paper lantern making.

Storyteller Geeta Ramanujam and the Kathalaya team will conduct storytelling sessions throughout the five days, highlighting the different stories and traditions associated with Diwali.

A special installation depicting Dhanvanthari and his emergence during Samudra Manthan will also be displayed, highlighting the connection between Ayurveda and the traditional Diwali oil bath ritual.

The Mela will emphasise handmade, sustainable and mindful celebrations while providing a platform for artisans to showcase their skills and products. Entry is free.