National Handloom Day 2026: Theme, Significance, History and Celebrations
- On August 7, India marks the 12th National Handloom Day as Prime Minister Narendra Modi positions the sector as a strategic pillar for the Viksit Bharat 2047 initiative.
- Handloom remains India's largest cottage industry, supporting more than 35 lakh weavers and allied workers, with nearly 72% of the workforce comprising women.
- Over the past decade, the Government provided over 1.24 lakh improved looms and skill upgradation for nearly 97,000 artisans, while 29 Weavers' Service Centres deliver end-to-end support.
- The forthcoming National Handloom and Handicraft Programme will strengthen 1,800 clusters across more than 500 districts while the Handloom 4.0 initiative pilots Artificial Intelligence on 100 looms.
- India aims to transform handloom into a dynamic creative industry by exporting craftsmanship and heritage, positioning every handwoven product as an ambassador of Brand India globally.
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National Handloom Day: Yogi Adityanath salutes artisans, recalls Swadeshi Movement’s legacy
Lucknow: Marking National Handloom Day, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on August 6 paid tribute to the State’s weaving community, describing handloom artisans as preservers of India’s cultural heritage and emphasising their role in carrying forward traditions that have been passed down through generations. Addressing a gathering in Lucknow after presenting the Sant Kabir State-Level Handloom Awards, the Chief Minister congratulated…
During the National Handloom Day event in Lucknow, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath used the term "babua" to target the opposition. He questioned previous governments, citing law and order, electricity, roads, and development work prior to 2017. In his address, he also mentioned the changes in the state and the government's development plans.
Threads of tradition, ties of friendship: Australia envoy celebrates Indias handloom heritage on National Handloom Day - The Tribune
Celebrating India's rich textile legacy and cultural diversity, Australia's High Commissioner to India, Philip Green, on Friday marked National Handloom Day by donning vibrant Indian traditional attire and paying tribute to the country's weavers and artisans.
National Handloom Day 2026: Theme, significance, history and celebrations
On August 7, 2026, India will proudly commemorate National Handloom Day, showcasing its vibrant handloom legacy. This year's celebration underscores innovation and sustainability in the handloom industry. The event will be graced by President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi, while awards will honor exceptional contributions to India's rich textile traditions.
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