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Anakapalli unique in AP handloom sector: Anitha announces weaver benefits
In Andhra Pradesh, people who weave cloth by hand are called handloom weavers.
A lady named Anitha, who is the Home Minister, talked about how important their work is.
She said the Anakapalli district is special because of its beautiful handwoven fabrics.
The government wants to help weavers by giving them money and other support.
Every weaver who owns a loom will get 25,000 rupees.
Their families can also get free electricity for their homes.
Many of the weavers are women, so this help is good for them too.
When weavers grow older, they will get a pension from the government.
The minister also said the previous government did not help people, but the new one is bringing back helpful programs.
Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha said Anakapalli district occupies a unique place in Andhra Pradesh's handloom sector, reflecting the region's cultural heritage and craftsmanship.
Under the 'Netanna Sevalo' scheme, every handloom worker owning a loom will receive financial assistance of Rs.25,000 from this year.
Handloom families are being provided free electricity of up to 200 units every month.
Nearly 70 per cent of the handloom workforce comprises women, making the sector vital for women's economic empowerment.
Anitha announced pensions for handloom workers after age 50 and criticised the previous YSRCP government over closed Anna Canteens and dismantled public infrastructure.
- Who
- Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha and the handloom workers of Andhra Pradesh
- What
- Government welfare schemes for handloom workers were announced at the 'Netanna Sevalo' programme on National Handloom Day
- Where
- Payakaraopeta, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh
- When
- On the occasion of National Handloom Day (specific date not stated in the article)
- Why
- To recognise the cultural value of handlooms and ensure the economic security and sustainable livelihood of weavers
Key facts
- Speaker
- Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha
- Event
- 'Netanna Sevalo' programme on National Handloom Day
- Venue
- Payakaraopeta, Anakapalli district
- Financial assistance
- Rs.25,000 per handloom worker owning a loom, from this year
- Free electricity
- Up to 200 units per month for handloom families
- Women in workforce
- Nearly 70 per cent of the handloom workforce
- Pension
- For handloom workers after attaining age 50
- Chief Minister
- N. Chandrababu Naidu











