Empowering India's Footwear Industry Through Innovation & Skill Development

Driving excellence in footwear manufacturing through training, testing, and research.

About FDDC

The Footwear Design and Development Centre (FDDC), Kozhikode is an organization established to promote quality, productivity, technology, training, research, and welfare in the footwear manufacturing sector across India. The Centre is dedicated to empowering footwear manufacturers, workers, students, entrepreneurs, and associated communities by providing technical support, quality testing facilities, skill development programs, consultancy services, and welfare initiatives. Through innovation, collaboration, and industry-oriented development, the Centre aims to strengthen the footwear industry while improving the social and economic well-being of people connected with the sector. The benefits and services of the Centre are open to all persons irrespective of caste, religion, creed, gender, or community.

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Core Activities

Quality Testing & Certification

Providing scientific testing facilities for finished footwear products and manufacturing inputs to ensure quality standards and product reliability.

Training & Skill Development

Conducting short-term and professional courses in footwear technology, management, productivity, quality control, and marketing.

Research & Development

Promoting innovation, technology transfer, and research activities for the advancement of the footwear industry.

Consultancy Services

Offering technical consultancy, product improvement guidance, and quality management support to manufacturers and entrepreneurs.

Industry Development

Developing infrastructure and support systems for procurement, production, and supply of quality footwear products.

Welfare & Social Support

Implementing scholarship schemes, medical assistance, and welfare programs for deserving individuals connected with the footwear industry.

Upcoming Event

Stay updated with our latest exhibitions, seminars, and industry events.

Footwear Expo 2026
Coming Soon

Footwear Expo 2026

Join industry leaders, manufacturers, designers, and innovators to explore emerging trends, technologies, and opportunities in the footwear sector.

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