Wooden Handicraft Journey From Mughal Roots To Ramps

Aftaab Ahmed, a skilled artisan from Nagina, Uttar Pradesh, was here in NIFT Craft Bazaar at its Daman campus to keep alive a rich tradition of wooden handicrafts that dates back over 100 years, tracing its roots to the Mughal era.

- FPJ News Service

His family has been part of this craft for generations, working from a small village where wood carving is both tradition and livelihood.

He runs a small workshop with 7-8 artisans, creating finely carved trays, boxes, and decorative items from local wood. Each piece is made using traditional hand techniques, blending beauty with history.