I started Ankaha to celebrate and preserve the timeless art of Lucknow Chikankari and Indian perfumery. Growing up around design and working with international brands, I always felt a strong pull towards bringing Indian craftsmanship to a global stage.

At Ankaha, we create handcrafted Chikankari apparel and organic perfumes that reflect heritage, elegance and authenticity. Each piece is made by skilled artisans whose craftsmanship has been passed down through generations.

One of my biggest challenges has been identifying and reaching the right audience for such artisanal work. I have worked through this by exploring both online and offline collaborations and refining how we communicate the value of handcrafted products.

This journey has been about blending tradition with modern design thinking while staying rooted in culture.

Looking ahead, I want to build Ankaha into a sustainable brand that takes Indian artisanal crafts to customers across India and the world.