00 Appeal to honour weavers and strengthen Vocal for Local campaign on National Handloom Day
Raipur. On the occasion of National Handloom Day, Tourism and Culture Minister Shri Rajesh Agrawal called upon the people of the state to adopt indigenous products and make maximum use of handloom products. Referring to the call of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, he said that encouraging local products is not just an economic activity, but a mass movement linked to India's rich cultural heritage, traditional craftsmanship and the respect of lakhs of weaver families.

On the occasion of National Handloom Day, Agarwal honored the state's rich handloom tradition by wearing a traditional gamchha (towel) made by skilled weavers of Chhattisgarh. He said that this gamchha is not just a garment, but a living symbol of Chhattisgarh's cultural identity, labor, tradition, and local craftsmanship. Agarwal urged the people of the state to adopt more indigenous and handloom products in their daily lives. He said that when we use products made by local weavers, we not only strengthen their livelihoods but also play an important role in preserving our rich cultural heritage. This small effort by every citizen will prove to be a major contribution to building a self-reliant India and strengthening the local economy.

Minister Agarwal stated that Chhattisgarh's weavers are reinventing the state's cultural identity at the national and international level through their traditional art, exquisite craftsmanship, and creativity. It is our collective responsibility to encourage such talented artisans. On the occasion of National Handloom Day, Agarwal urged citizens to share videos or photos of their favorite handloom products and join the National Handloom Day campaign. He stated that this public participation will bring new recognition to the remarkable art of our weavers, their hard work, and the rich tradition of Indian handlooms across the country and the world. He expressed confidence that the people of the state, by actively participating in this campaign to embrace Swadeshi, will further strengthen the resolve for Vocal for Local and will make a significant contribution to building a self-reliant India.