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Introduction

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Wiki Club SATI -Commons Photographers User Group -Wiki Loves Folklore Photowalk at Chanderi, India in 2025

The WLF India 2025 Photowalk, conducted on 11 March 2025 in Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh, was part of the global Wiki Loves Folklore 2025 campaign. Initiated by Wiki Club SATI in collaboration with the Commons Photographers User Group, the event aimed to document the cultural and feminist aspects of Chanderi’s heritage through photography. This report captures the activities and contributions made to the Wikimedia movement during the photowalk.

Objectives

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  • Capture Chanderi’s folk traditions, cultural landmarks, and handwoven saree craftsmanship.
  • Highlight women’s contributions to folklore and weaving, aligning with the feminism theme.
  • Contribute high-quality images to Wikimedia Commons under the Wiki Loves Folklore 2025 category.
  • Engage participants in photography and Wikipedia editing to promote free knowledge.

Event Details

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  • Date: 11 March 2025
  • Location: Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh, India
  • Theme: Exploring folklore and feminism through photography and Wikipedia edits
  • Organizers: Wiki Club SATI and Commons Photographers User Group
  • Schedule:
    • Departure from Vidisha: 6:00 AM
    • Arrival at Chanderi: 10:30 AM
    • Departure from Chanderi: 7:00 PM
  • Participants: 15

Organizers and Coordinators

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Chanderi: City and Handloom Heritage

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Chanderi is renowned for its historic forts, ancient temples, and traditional handwoven Chanderi sarees. The craft of weaving is deeply embedded in the identity of the town, particularly in the lives of women artisans. This photowalk focused on documenting the city's architecture and the weaving process.

Activities

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  • Visit to Chanderi Museum: Explored exhibits reflecting the town’s history and cultural heritage.
  • Visit to Koshak Mahal: Photographed this architectural marvel and learned about its historical significance.
  • Lunch at MPT Tana-Bana: Cultural interaction and refreshment break.
  • Local Saree Weaving Workshop Visit: Participants documented traditional weaving methods and women artisans.

Outcomes and Contributions

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  • Impact: Strengthened the presence of Chanderi's heritage on Wikimedia platforms under the WLF 2025 campaign.
  • Contributions: Images by 15 participants were uploaded to Wikimedia Commons to enrich free knowledge resources.

Participants

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Meta Page Link: Wiki Club SATI – WLF 2025 Photowalk, Chanderi

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