About Namda Craft:

It is widely thought to have originated in the 11th century during the reign of Mughal emperor Akbar. It is a rug made of sheep wool through a felting technique instead of the normal weaving process.

It is extensively used in Kashmir households for floor covering and mattresses.

Reasons for Decline of Namda Craft

The export of Namda craft declined almost 100% between 1998 and 2008 due to the low availability of raw materials, lack of skilled manpower, and marketing techniques.

Source: Paintings, festivals and dance forms of India