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Handloom weavers of iconic Tangail saree in Bangladesh seek UNESCO heritage status for their craft
Hundreds of families in Tangail rely on the centuries-old craft, now threatened by rising costs and declining interest among younger generations, UNESCO nomination aims to protect it.
- This year, Tangail handloom weavers nominated the centuries-old Tangail handloom saree weaving from Tangail district, central Bangladesh, for UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
- Rising raw material costs and competition from cheaper machine-woven drapes are driving waning interest among younger generations, threatening livelihoods for hundreds of weaver families.
- Men weavers typically color yarn, operate handloom looms and create designs while women spinners spin threads on wheels, dividing production roles essential to the craft.
- Weavers hope UNESCO status will preserve the Tangail saree, a national cultural symbol showcased at festivals and weddings across the Indian subcontinent.
- The neighborhood near Dhaka still rings with handloom rhythmic clatter as artisans use colorful silk and cotton threads to weave intricate motifs blending tradition and craftsmanship.
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