NATIONAL HANDLOOM DAY
8th National handloom day is being observed on August 7, 2024.
The day has special significance in the history of the freedom struggle in the country. On the same day in 1905 Swadeshi Andolan was started.
Announcing the date to celebrate National handloom day in 2015, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said that all families in the country must keep at least one product of khadi and one of handloom.
VIRAASAT EXHIBITION
“VIRAASAT”, a fortnight long exhibition dedicated to celebrating 10th National Handloom Day began at Handloom Haat in Janpath on Saturday, 3rd August, 2024.
National Handloom Development Corporation Ltd (NHDC) is organising the handloom expo under the aegis of the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India which will conclude on 16th August, 2024.
THE THEME FOR 10th HANDLOOM DAY:
The theme for this year’s National Handloom Day focusses on Technological advancements & innovations in handloom & weaving.
This will enhance market reach & will require more skills to be adopted.
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