National Handloom Day 2025: Date, theme, history, and inspiring quotes
1. WHEN IS NATIONAL HANDLOOM DAY CELEBRATED?National Handloom Day is celebrated every year on August 7. The date was chosen to commemorate the beginning of the Swadeshi Movement in 1905, which encouraged the use of Indian handwoven products.2. WHAT IS THE THEME OF NATIONAL HANDLOOM DAY 2025?In 2025, the theme of National Handloom Day is 'Handlooms – Empowering Women, Empowering the Nation.'3. WHY NATIONAL HANDLOOM DAY IS IMPORTANTThe handloom industry is the second-largest source of employment in rural India after agriculture. This day honours the skills of weavers, supports "Make in India," and promotes the use of handwoven products in everyday life.4. HOW IS NATIONAL HANDLOOM DAY CELEBRATED?On this day, exhibitions, craft fairs, online campaigns, and workshops are organised across the country. Many people wear handloom clothes to show their support. Government bodies and designers also highlight traditional techniques and regional weaves.5. INSPIRING QUOTES TO CELEBRATE HANDLOOM DAY"Handloom is not just fabric—it's a story of heritage, hard work, and heart.""In every thread lies the soul of a weaver.""Wear handloom, support tradition.""Buy local, wear with pride.""Handloom is timeless. So is its beauty."National Handloom Day is more than just a date on the calendar—it's a reminder of India's rich cultural legacy and the hardworking artisans who keep it alive. As we celebrate this day in 2025, it's important to recognise the value of handmade products and support local weavers by choosing handloom in our daily lives. Whether through wearing traditional fabrics or spreading awareness, every small step counts in preserving this beautiful art form for future generations.- Ends
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