Milan, 27^th April 2026 – Prada is pleased to announce the launch of its limited-edition collection of sandals, inspired by the Indian Kolhapuri Chappals. Manufactured in India by skilled artisans from the Maharashtra and Karnataka regions, and developed in collaboration with LIDCOM and LIDKAR – the Indian government organizations focused on safeguarding, promoting and developing the Indian leather industry and heritage of Kolhapuri Chappals – the collection combines traditional techniques with Prada’s contemporary design and premium materials. Prada Group is also pleased to announce the foundation of a training program dedicated to artisans from the districts in India where Kolhapuri Chappals are traditionally manufactured. This initiative, which will be fully funded by Prada, will run over three years in structured six-month modules, reaching a total of 180 artisans. The program, designed to strengthen design and technical skills, is developed in collaboration with LIDCOM and LIDKAR, and also in partnership with leading institutes – the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) and the Karnataka Institute of Leather & Fashion Technology (KILT).