National Handloom Day: PM Modi, Historical Connection And Heritage
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National Handloom Day 2021: To celebrate the day, the Ministry of Textile will organise a function in New Delhi's Convention Centre.
The National Handloom Day is observed on August 7 every year in India. On this day, the government and other organisations honour the handloom weaving community for their immense contribution to the socio-economic development of the country. The day also marks India's reaffirmation of protecting its glorious handloom heritage and empowering weavers and workers with greater opportunities to ensure livelihoods. To celebrate the day, the Ministry of Textile will organise a function in New Delhi's Convention Centre. Ministry of Textiles cordially invites you to celebrate the Virtual edition of the 7th National Handloom Day. Support the local weavers & propagate strength of our Handlooms by buying at least one handloom item and share it with #MyHandloomMyPride@PiyushGoyal@DarshanaJardoshpic.twitter.com/PiVN2FoyPq Why Is National Handloom Day Celebrated? In 2015, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared August 7 as National Handloom Day. Today marks the seventh year that the country will celebrate National Handloom Day.More Related News