11th National Handloom Day
▪ The 11th National Handloom Day is being celebrated on August 7, 2025 across the country under the coordination of the Ministry of Textiles.
▪ Theme : “Weaving Innovation into Tradition.”
▪ The Indian handloom industry is one of the oldest and most vibrant cottage industries globally, with 95% of the world’s handwoven fabric coming from India.
Historical Significance
▪ National Handloom Day commemorates the Swadeshi Movement, launched on August 7, 1905.
▪ The Swadeshi Movement was a response to the British decision to partition Bengal.
▪ Handlooms became a symbol of resistance and self-reliance during India’s independence struggle.
▪ It promoted Indian crafts, languages, arts, and local artisans
