Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Government to Revamp Handloom Program, Boost Exports
The government is creating a new plan to help handloom weavers.
The plan will focus on modern ways to sell products, like online stores, while also caring for the environment.
They have a special website where weavers can sell their items without paying extra fees.
The government also gives money to help weavers buy supplies and equipment.
There's also support for marketing and loans.
The goal is to help the handloom industry grow and make sure people know the products are genuine.
The Textiles Ministry will launch a revamped handloom program next year.
The new program will emphasize new-age marketing and sustainability.
A dedicated portal, indiahandmade.com, has been developed to boost online sales with no commission fees.
Financial assistance is provided to handloom agencies and weavers for various needs.
In 2024-25, handloom product exports were valued at Rs 1,178 crore.
- Who
- The Textiles Ministry and handloom weavers.
- What
- The Textiles Ministry is launching a revamped handloom program.
- When
- The program will be launched next year.
- Where
- The program is for handloom weavers across the country.
- Why
- To boost marketing and exports, and to focus on new-age marketing and sustainability.
Government
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Governmental Support
Government
Supports the handloom sector by providing funds and initiatives like marketing assistance.
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- Program Launch
- Next year
- Online Sales Portal
- indiahandmade.com
- Handloom Product Exports (2024-25)
- Rs 1,178 crore
- Weavers
- Approximately 35 lakh
- Handloom Mark
- Authenticity Certification