PM calls for support for local handloom products on National Handloom Day

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that Handlooms manifest India’s diversity and the dexterity of countless weavers and artisans and has called for support for the local handloom products.

In a tweet, the Prime Minister said:

“Handlooms manifest India’s diversity and the dexterity of countless weavers and artisans. National Handloom Day is an occasion to reiterate support to our weavers by enhancing the spirit of #MyHandloomMyPride. Let us support local handloom products!”

Quoting a tweet from the Olympics medalist Saikhom Mirabai Chanu, Prime Minister tweeted:

“The last few years have seen a renewed interest in handlooms. Glad to see @mirabai_chanu support the spirit of #MyHandloomMyPride. I am confident the handloom sector will keep contributing to the building of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat.”