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President Murmu presents National Handloom Awards in New Delhi
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the National Handloom Awards for 2024 at a ceremony in New Delhi on August 7, marking National Handloom Day. The awards recognised 27 weavers, artisans, and organisations for…
The Story in Brief
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the National Handloom Awards for 2024 at a ceremony in New Delhi on August 7, marking National Handloom Day. The awards recognised 27 weavers, artisans, and organisations for excellence in handloom production, product development, and promotion of the traditional sector. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary also attended an event for the 12th National Handloom Day, as per reports from OdishaTV.
The Indian Opinion
Braiding heritage with commerce is no threadbare task, yet the ceremonial weaves of honour often skip the hand that spins the yarn. While tributes flow for handloom's aesthetic, the tangible test is whether artisans see fairer rupees for their warp and weft. A raw silk producer's bank balance, not just a shawl, will measure real revival.
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