Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the nation on the occasion of National Handloom Day, paying tribute to India’s rich handloom heritage and the generations of weavers and artisans who have preserved the country’s traditional craftsmanship.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Today, on National Handloom Day, we celebrate India’s rich and vibrant handloom heritage. We also salute the skill, creativity and dedication of our weavers and artisans. For generations, they have preserved and enriched our traditions.”
He said the government would continue to support the handloom sector, describing it as a key pillar of rural empowerment, women-led development and the vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat.
“Our Government will keep supporting the handloom sector, which is an important pillar of rural empowerment, women-led development and fulfilling the dream of an Atmanirbhar Bharat. Do share your favourite handloom products and GRWM videos using #NationalHandloomDay, which will encourage those associated with the sector,” PM Modi said.
The Prime Minister’s remarks came a day after he urged citizens, particularly the youth, to celebrate National Handloom Day with the same enthusiasm as Friendship Day and promote India’s weaving heritage.
In a two-minute Instagram reel shared on Thursday, Modi recalled the significance of August 7, 1905, when the Swadeshi Movement was launched against British rule, describing it as a milestone that strengthened the idea of self-reliance in India.
“Friends, we must not forget 7 August 1905. It was on this day that the Swadeshi movement began, with people across the country joining the struggle against British rule,” he said.
Drawing a parallel with the recently observed Friendship Day, the Prime Minister appealed to people to celebrate Handloom Day by supporting the livelihoods of weaver families. He also encouraged citizens to purchase at least one handloom product and share “Get Ready With Me” (GRWM) videos showcasing handloom attire on social media using the hashtag #NationalHandloomDay, saying such initiatives would honour India’s artisans and strengthen the livelihoods of weaving communities while contributing to the vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat.
(With inputs from IANS)
