| Varuna Anand, founder The Splendor of Kashmir receives the IWD Award, in New Delhi | | |  agencies
NEW DELHI, Mar 11: Varuna Anand, Founder "The Splendor of Kashmir", was conferred with the IWD Award 2024, under the category "Promotion of CRAFTS of J&K" by the Public Diplomacy Forum headed by Ratan Kaul & Nikita Khattar Arya in association with the Aruna Abhay Oswal Foundation.
This was the 17th Edition of these awards and the mission behind these is to inspire, motivate and empower women through the achievements of the Awardees.
At a glittering ceremony held at the Le Meridian Hotel, New Delhi, The Guest of Honor was Laxmi Puri, former Assistant Secretary-General at the United Nations and the Former Deputy Executive Director of UN Women. The guest of Honor included Aruna Abhey Oswal, K J Alphons, former Union minister and Author, Dr. Sachidanand Joshi, MS IGNCA,
Varuna Anand is the visionary behind the Shawls by The Splendor of Kashmir, where each piece is a testament to the Timeless elegance, meticulously handcrafted to perfection by skilled artisans , showcasing the rich tradition of Shawl making from Kashmir.
Varuna's passion for preserving culture shines through every luxurious Pashmina Shawl, a masterpiece that not only embodies unparalleled beauty but also keeps the heritage of Kashmir alive. With a keen eye for detail and dedication to quality, she brings forth a collection that transcends generations offering a blend of sophistication and tradition.
Varuna was honored with the IWD Award as a true custodian of Artisanal excellence and a beacon of heritage preservation. |
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