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National Handloom Day: National Handloom Day on August 7 provides a platform to celebrate India’s rich heritage of handloom. Check out this article to know all about the national event.
National Handloom Day: 7th August
National Handloom Day is observed annually on August 7 in the country. The day aims to acknowledge and appreciate the efforts of Indian artisans and the handloom-weaving community. Also, this day emphasizes providing support to women weavers for their growth and empowerment.
Date & Theme:
August 7 is observed as National Handloom Day in India every year. The official theme to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Handloom Day is ‘My Handloom, My Pride‘.
- 2024: 07 August, 2024 [Wednesday]
- 2025: 07 August, 2025 [Thursday]
- 2026: 07 August, 2026 [Friday]
- 2027: 07 August, 2027 [Saturday]
The day was celebrated on the theme, “Handloom, an Indian legacy”, which focuses on the rich heritage of handloom and its significant contribution to the Indian economy.
- 2024: Weaving Sustainable Futures
- 2023: Handlooms for Sustainable Fashion
History:
India is the land of the biggest handloom industry. It is one of the most important sources of economy in rural and semi-urban areas. The day commemorates the Swadeshi Movement launched on 7th August 1905.
According to the official government website, “In 2015, the Government of India decided to designate the 7th of August every year, as the National Handloom Day. The first National Handloom Day was inaugurated on 7 August 2015 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Chennai.”
Significance:
The purpose of National Handloom Day is to encourage sustainable practises, maintain India’s cultural history, and strengthen national pride and identity. Some other reasons to celebrate the National Handloom Day are:
- Promote Craftsmanship
- To Empower Craftspeople
- Revitalising the handloom sector
- Promoting Eco-Friendly Fashion
- Boosting Rural Economy
- Keeping Cultural Heritage Safe
- Endorsing ‘Make In India’
- Promoting Artisanal Tourism
- Increasing Social Consciousness
How India is celebrating National Handloom Day?
On this occasion, different events, exhibitions, and awareness campaigns are organised all across the country. The five events for National Handloom Day highlight the importance of supporting local artisans, ethical fashion, and responsible consumer choices. Check about all the events below:
Post a Selfie
- The Government of India has begun a special Selfie contest on the occasion of National Handloom Day. Indian citizens are requested to showcase their bonding with handlooms by sharing interesting selfies on the official website of the Government of India.
Share your entrepreneurial story
- The 9th Anniversary of National Handloom Day aims to encourage & motivate Start-Ups and Entrepreneurs /agencies of the handloom sector. Indian citizens can share their journey/story of Entrepreneurship Development, again on the official website of the Government of India.
Create a Reel
- All the reel enthusiasts are encouraged by the Government of India to post a reel about their love for handloom. Participants need to submit a link to a video reel on the MyGov platform.
Pledge
- Take a pledge to use handloom from the official MyGov website. All participants who take the oath will receive the certificate.
Other than the above initiatives, PM Narendra Modi will celebrate this day with 3000 handloom and khadi weavers, artisans and stakeholders from the textile & MSME sectors. As per the official website. He will also launch the e-portal of “भारतीय वस्त्र एवं शिल्प कोष” – a Repository of Textiles & Crafts that has been developed by National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT).
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National Handloom Day: Quotes
To honour the skill and dedication of India’s handloom weavers, here are some inspiring National Handloom Day quotes:
- When human hands and heart work in tandem, grace is in the making. Handwoven cloth has beauty and grace that is significant. ~ Sadhguru
- A nation’s culture resides in the hearts and the soul of its people. ~ Mahatma Gandhi
- Handlooms weave dreams into fabric.
- Weaving is an art form that intertwines tradition with innovation.
- Supporting handlooms is embracing the legacy of our ancestors.
- Through handlooms, we touch the spirit of India’s artistry.
- Handlooms: where tradition meets creativity in every thread.
In conclusion, this day acknowledges the hardships and skills of all Indian handloom weavers and craftsmen. The day recognizes and appreciates the contributions, and encourages artisans to continue their craft, preserving the cultural fabric of the country.
