Kolhapuri Chappals Shine in Parliament, Captivate Om Birla at 'Bharat on the Move' Exhibition

• A 'Bharat on the Move' exhibition in the Parliament House complex showcased Indian products during the Commonwealth Conference.
• Mahesh Powar of 'Shailesh Footwear' from Panhala, Kolhapur, presented Kolhapuri chappals, attracting significant attention.
• Chappals ranging from 500 to 50,000 rupees were displayed, with foreign guests showing keen interest in their design and craftsmanship.
• Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and other international parliamentary leaders visited the stall, interacting with Powar.
• Powar is selected for the 'Prada Made in India' initiative, where the Italian company Prada will draw inspiration from Kolhapuri chappals for global presentation.

Why It Matters: Kolhapuri chappals gained international recognition at a Parliament exhibition, with Mahesh Powar selected for Prada's initiative.