"VIRAASAT" Exhibition Celebrates Indian Handloom Heritage

The "VIRAASAT" exhibition, a two-week event celebrating India’s rich handloom tradition, has commenced at Handloom Haat, Janpath, New Delhi, and will run until August 16, 2024.

Organized by the National Handloom Development Corporation Ltd (NHDC) under the Ministry of Textiles, "VIRAASAT" coincides with the 10th National Handloom Day, observed on August 7.
The exhibition provides a platform for handloom weavers and artisans to directly engage with consumers, showcasing a diverse range of handloom products from across India.
The exhibition also commemorates the Swadeshi Movement, which began on August 7, 1905, advocating for indigenous industries and supporting handloom weavers.
Since the first National Handloom Day was celebrated in 2015, the day has honoured the handloom weaving community's vital role in India’s socio-economic development.
India’s handloom sector, employing 3.5 million people, is integral to the nation's cultural heritage, with the exhibition highlighting unique products such as Banarasi, Jamdani, Ikat, and Tussar Silk.