From Bhadohi to Kazakhstan, over a thousand Indian artisans united during the pandemic to create the world's largest hand-tufted carpet, now gracing the Astana Grand Mosque and earning a Guinness World Record. Produced by Patodia Contract, a company with a 144-year heritage, the project stands as a testament to India's enduring craftsmanship and design excellence.
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Founded in 1880 under British ownership, Patodia Contract has supplied carpets to landmarks including the White House and Burj Al Arab. Chairman Ravi Patodia said the company continues to uphold the "standards and ethics of carpet making" established by the British, blending traditional skill with modern precision.
The Astana project's Persian-inspired design reflects Arabic art and was completed under strict safety protocols during the pandemic. More than 1,000 artisans worked for six months to ensure flawless execution. Patodia credits their "discipline, pride, and divine blessings" for the achievement.
Beyond breaking records, the carpet symbolises India's global creative potential. Patodia noted that the feat proves hand craftsmanship can surpass machine production, placing Bhadohi's artisans, and India's cultural legacy, firmly on the world design stage.
Source: www.deccanchronicle.com
