JAMMU / NEW DELHI, Oct 25: The Splendor of Kashmir, founded by textile designer and entrepreneur Varuna Anand, has been honoured with the Excellence in Business Innovation Award at the Global Leadership Summit 2026, held at ITC Welcom Hotel, Dwarka, New Delhi.
The award was received by Anahita Anand on behalf of the brand in recognition of its contribution to the luxury Pashmina segment through traditional Kashmiri craftsmanship, innovative design and efforts to preserve the region’s rich textile heritage.
The award was presented by Major General Vikram Dev Dogra (Retd.), AVSM, former General Officer Commanding of a Strike Division and an accomplished endurance athlete, along with Mukesh Tyagi, actor, former CEO of ENRON India, National Spokesperson of the BJP and National Convenor of BCMF.
Organised by the Global Triumph Foundation and The Business Ascent, led by Monika Jain and Amit Jain, the Global Leadership Summit 2026 brought together leaders, entrepreneurs and achievers from across India. The summit aimed to discuss emerging challenges across sectors and recognise individuals and organisations contributing to innovation, leadership and meaningful progress.
The platform seeks to connect innovators and emerging leaders who are shaping India’s evolving business landscape while recognising achievements across diverse fields.
Founded by Varuna Anand, The Splendor of Kashmir has established its presence in the luxury textile market through curated collections of handcrafted Pashmina shawls. Drawing inspiration from Kashmir’s centuries-old artisanal traditions, the brand combines traditional weaving techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.
Its emphasis on quality, authenticity and timeless elegance reflects an effort to preserve the region’s distinctive craftsmanship while introducing its textile heritage to a wider audience.
The recognition at the Global Leadership Summit 2026 marks another milestone for the brand, highlighting the growing importance of heritage-based enterprises in India’s luxury market.
The award also underscores the potential of traditional Indian crafts to create distinctive business identities by combining cultural preservation, design innovation and entrepreneurship. For The Splendor of Kashmir, the recognition reinforces its commitment to sustaining Kashmiri craftsmanship and promoting the region’s rich textile legacy.