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Textile Ministry Responds to Criticism Over Handloom Promotion

Published: August 22, 2024
Author: TEXTILE VALUE CHAIN

The Ministry of Textiles has unveiled a comprehensive suite of initiatives aimed at bolstering the handloom sector and improving the livelihoods of handloom workers across India.

Key components of the Ministry’s efforts include:

  • National Handloom Development Programme: This program offers financial assistance to eligible handloom organisations and workers for various purposes, such as upgrading looms, constructing workshops, and developing new products and designs.
  • Weavers’ MUDRA Loan/Concessional Credit Scheme: This scheme provides margin money assistance, interest subvention, and credit guarantees to individual weavers and handloom organisations.
  • Welfare Measures: The Ministry has introduced welfare measures for handloom workers, including life and accidental insurance coverage, scholarships for their children, and financial support for elderly weavers in need.
  • Raw Material Supply Scheme: This scheme offers transport subsidies and price subsidies on cotton, silk, woollen, and linen yarn to help weavers access raw materials more easily.
  • Export Promotion: The Handloom Export Promotion Council is actively involved in organising international marketing events to showcase Indian handloom products globally.
  • India Handloom Brand: The Ministry has launched the “India Handloom” brand to enhance the visibility and recognition of Indian handloom products.
  • COVID-19 Relief: The Ministry has provided relief and credit support measures to help handloom workers and organisations recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Handloom Producer Companies: A total of 151 Handloom Producer Companies have been formed to improve productivity, marketing capabilities, and incomes for handloom weavers.
  • Government e-Marketplace: Handloom weavers are being onboarded onto the Government e-Marketplace to facilitate direct sales to government departments and organisations.

By implementing these initiatives, the Ministry of Textiles is working to create a more sustainable and prosperous future for the handloom sector and its workers.

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