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Telangana weaver creates matchbox-size saree in 170 minutes
On August 3, 2026, weaver Veldi Hariprasad wove a full saree that fits into a matchbox in 170 minutes at Sircilla, Telangana, ahead of National Handloom Day. The 5.5-metre-long, 45-inch-wide saree weighs…
The Story in Brief
On August 3, 2026, weaver Veldi Hariprasad wove a full saree that fits into a matchbox in 170 minutes at Sircilla, Telangana, ahead of National Handloom Day. The 5.5-metre-long, 45-inch-wide saree weighs only 175 grams, made on a traditional handloom. Hariprasad has previously won praise for thematic sarees on ‘Nari Shakti’ and ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’. Local weavers and residents described the feat as incredible.
The Indian Opinion
The media loves a novelty, but this weaver’s real story gets buried under the ‘matchbox’ headline. His earlier thematic sarees on ‘Nari Shakti’ and ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ show a deeper engagement with national narratives. The question isn't how small he can weave, but whether such artistry gets the institutional support and market access it deserves. A single viral stunt won’t revive Sircilla’s handloom economy; sustained policy attention will.
Source: thehindu.com
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