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Kolhapuri Footwear Sparks Global Debate After Prada Controversy

Kolhapuri sandals, an Indian traditional footwear, are on display at a roadside shop in Mumbai, India, on July 4, 2025. The iconic handmade footwear, native to Maharashtra, draws attention after luxury brand Prada faces criticism for allegedly replicating the Kolhapuri design without proper attribution or credit to its Indian origins, according to a news media report. (Photo by Indranil Aditya/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #12528752
Date taken: 4 July 2025
Location: —
Photographer: Indranil Aditya/NurPhoto
Category: Economy, Business and Finance

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