National Handloom Day

National Handloom day is being celebrated annually on August 7th, National Handloom Day honours the rich heritage and vibrant legacy of India's handloom industry. This day is a reminder of the cultural and economic significance of handloom weaving in India, a tradition that has been passed down through generations. In 2024, as we commemorate this day, it's essential to reflect on the continued importance of handlooms in our modern world, both as a symbol of our heritage and as a sustainable fashion choice.

Handloom weaving in India dates back thousands of

National Handloom Day was instituted on August 7, 2015, by our Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, to celebrate the Indian handloom industry, an important part of the country’s cultural heritage. It is a day to recognise different forms of textile crafts inherited from generations of immensely talented weavers and emphasise the importance of indigenous fabrics in representing India. Therefore, in honour of National Handloom Day on August 7, 2024, people can embrace the rich art of handloom fabrics from various states and promote the welfare of the weavers in several regions.