PM Modi Calls Upon People To Celebrate National Handloom Day Showcasing India’s Rich & Diverse Handloom Heritage
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged every citizen to celebrate National Handloom Day today with enthusiasm and joy. Sharing a video message, Mr Modi said that on August 7, 1905, the Swadeshi Movement was launched as part of India’s struggle for independence and people from all walks of life united and fought a historic battle against British rule.
He encouraged people to support poor weaving families and artisans who create fabrics with their own hands. Further, Prime Minister highlighted the importance of strengthening these small and economically disadvantaged weaving families to build a self-reliant country.
Mr Modi also appealed to the countrymen to purchase at least one handloom product, make a video about it, and share it across the country and the world so that the skill and craftsmanship of India’s artisans receive global recognition.
National Handloom Day is observed every year on the 7th of August to commemorate the Swadeshi Movement launched on the same day in 1905.
On the occasion of National Handloom Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that on this day the country celebrates its rich and vibrant handloom heritage. Conveying salutations to the skill, creativity and dedication of the weavers and artisans of the country, Mr Modi said that for generations, they have preserved and enriched the traditions of India.
Sharing a social media post, Mr Modi noted that the 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. He urged the citizens to share their favourite handloom products and make videos using the hashtag NationalHandloomDay. He added that this will encourage the craftsmen who are associated with the sector.
