The 39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela was hosted in Faridabad, Haryana, from January 31 to February 15, 2026  Featuring Uttar Pradesh and Meghalaya as Theme States, Egypt as Partner Country, and the theme 'Local to Global - Atmanirbhar Bharat', the mela celebrated traditional handicrafts . Master craftspersons and cultural troupes showcased indigenous heritage, handloom traditions, culinary arts, and rural artisan livelihoods before thousands of global visitors. Opened by the Vice-President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, alongside Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and other dignitaries. Theme: " Local to Global – Atmanirbhar Bharat". Theme States: Uttar Pradesh and Meghalaya. Partner Country: Egypt .