The Ministry of Women and Child Development hosted Ms. Zahra Pezeshkian, daughter of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, at the BRICS Bazaar on 12 September 2026. The event took place at the National Crafts Museum in New Delhi during India’s BRICS chairship.
What happened
Union Minister for Women and Child Development Smt. Annpurna Devi welcomed Ms. Pezeshkian to the BRICS Bazaar. The minister guided the visitor through the bazaar and highlighted the traditional arts, crafts and cultural heritage on display from BRICS member nations and partner countries.
The BRICS Bazaar was presented as a platform bringing together the artistic and craft traditions of the five BRICS nations. The event showcased the cultural connections that link these countries.
What this means for you
The BRICS Bazaar represents an opportunity for Indian artisans and craftspeople to gain international visibility and potentially access markets in other BRICS countries. Citizens interested in traditional Indian arts and crafts can learn about comparable practices from Iran, Brazil, Russia, China and South Africa at a single venue. The event also reflects India’s role in building cultural and diplomatic ties with key global partners through the exchange of heritage and artistic traditions.