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National Handloom Day: Celebrating Handloom Artisans of India

The first phase of “VIRAASAT”- Celebrating 75 handwoven Sarees of India started on 16th December 2022 and concluded on 30th December 2022. In the 1st Phase brought much needed attention to the sector and sales of handloom goods for the weavers. The event is likely to bring a renewed focus on the age-old tradition of Sari weaving and thereby improve the earnings of the handloom community.

The Handloom sector is a symbol of our country’s rich and varied cultural heritage, besides being one of the key sectors providing employment to a large number of people, especially women. The event celebrates both the tradition as well as the potential of the Handloom Sector at its full strength.

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