A team of experts from Prada visited Kolhapur district in Maharashtra to interact with artisans and assess the local footwear manufacturing process amid the Kolhapuri chappal row, reported the PTI.

The visit of experts from Prada comes days after the Italian luxury fashion brand was accused of appropriating the region's famous flat sandals.

Following the row, Prada had acknowledged that the sandals showcased in their men's 2026 fashion show were 'inspired' by traditional Indian handcrafted footwear. The brand, however, clarified in a reply to the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce that the showcased sandals are still at the design stage and not yet confirmed for commercial production.