Overview

• The Bombay High Court dismissed a public interest litigation challenging Prada’s use of Kolhapuri-inspired designs, ruling that the petitioners lacked the legal standing to sue.
• A four-member Prada technical team has spent several days in Kolhapur touring artisan workshops and documenting traditional leatherworking techniques.
• Prada held technical discussions with the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce to outline its design requirements and quality controls for the prospective collaboration.
• The brand confirmed that a second delegation will arrive in early August to negotiate revenue-sharing frameworks and solidify partnership details.
• By engaging on the ground and respecting the 2019 GI status of Kolhapuri chappals, Prada aims to ensure proper attribution and economic benefits for local artisans.