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Kashmir GI Mart
Farooq Ahmad Khan's studio

Crafting Kashmir's Legacy, One Namda at a Time.

Farooq Ahmad Khan

From Safa Kadal Srinagar

Farooq Ahmad Khan

About the craftsperson

In their own hands

Village
Safa Kadal Srinagar
At the loom
40 years

Farooq Ahmad Khan – Master Namda Artisan For Farooq Ahmad Khan, every Namda begins with a story rooted in the valleys of Kashmir. A master artisan with decades of experience, he has devoted his life to preserving the centuries-old tradition of handcrafted Namda, transforming natural wool into timeless works of art through patience, precision, and inherited skill. Each piece is carefully shaped, felted, and embroidered by hand, reflecting the warmth of Kashmiri culture and the enduring beauty of its craftsmanship. His work seamlessly blends heritage with refined contemporary aesthetics, ensuring that this rare art continues to inspire a new generation. Through KashmirGiMart, Farooq Ahmad Khan’s creations travel beyond the Himalayas, carrying with them the authenticity, elegance, and living legacy of Kashmir—where every Namda is not merely a rug, but a handcrafted expression of tradition, artistry, and home.

The atelier

Pieces by Farooq