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The new Parliament building in New Delhi, established in 2023, features carpeting made with around 20,000 kilograms of wool sourced from New Zealand. In a social media post, the New Zealand High Commission to India and Nepal noted the growing trade and cultural ties between the two nations.
Inaugurated in two years ago, India’s new Parliament used carpets crafted from high-quality New Zealand wool, valued for its long fibres, lustre and durability.
Photo: Hindustan Times (2023)
The material is widely used in premium flooring and furnishings. New Zealand exports approximately 17,000 tonnes of wool to India each year, with around 72 percent classified as strong wool, considered ideal for carpets and home furnishings due to its durability and texture, according to New Zealand High Commission to India & Nepal.
In a move to further strengthen this partnership, New Zealand’s High Commissioner to India, Patrick Rata, visited Varanasi on 23 April. The visit focused on engagement with India’s globally recognised Bhadohi hand-knotted carpet industry, a key hub for carpet manufacturing.
Hosted by New Zealand Wool Service International Limited, the High Commissioner met with major users of New Zealand wool, including DP Woollens and Obeetee. Discussions centred on enhancing imports of premium New Zealand wool to support and sustain the quality of India’s carpet sector.
Beyond industry meetings, Rata also explored the cultural heritage of Varanasi. His itinerary included a visit to the city’s iconic ghats, where he engaged with the spiritual and historical significance of one of India’s oldest living cities.
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