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National Handloom Day; PM Modi Reaffirms ‘Vocal For Locals’ Commitment

Extending greetings on 10th national handloom day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed commitment for ‘vocal for locals’. Cherishing the efforts of handloom artisans, PM expressed pride in rich heritage and vibrant tradition of handloom.

Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi said, “Greetings on National Handloom Day! We take immense pride in the rich heritage and vibrant tradition of handlooms across our nation. We also cherish the efforts of our artisans and reiterate our commitment to be ‘Vocal for Local’.”

On the occasion, Union Ministers Amit Shah and Dharmendra Pradhan also extended the greetings.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah said handloom sector bears the imprints of Bharat’s pride, progress, and heritage.

“On #NationalHandloomDay, I extend my greetings to our dedicated weavers’ community and the people associated with the sector. The handloom sector bears the imprints of Bharat’s pride, progress, and heritage. The Modi govt, is firmly committed to the prosperity of the sector and has launched a number of schemes to achieve this purpose,” he posted on X.

“May this occasion strengthen our resolve to promote and opt for handloom products to further strengthen the sector,” the Union Home Minister said.

“Sambalpuri handlooms are elegant and stand out as a symbol of unparalleled creative heritage, unmatched craftsmanship and enduring spirit of artisans community. Sambalpur’s weaving traditions are also a source of pride and cultural identity. Wearing this Sambalpuri kurta and jacket to work today. I take great pride in celebrating India’s handloom legacy,” Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said.

August 7 is marked as National Handloom Day

On August 7, 2015, India marked its first Handloom Day, a vision realized by Prime Minister Modi. The purpose behind the selection of this date is to honor the Swadeshi Movement, which began on August 7, 1905, and promoted indigenous industries, especially handloom weaving.

Handloom Day is dedicated to celebrating and acknowledging handloom weavers, offering them motivation and pride. It highlights their vital contributions to the nation’s cultural, traditional, and economic fabric. The day aims to raise awareness about the significance of the handloom sector and its role in the country’s socio-economic development.

Shibra Arshad