India, Aug. 19 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:
According to Fourth All India Handloom Census 2019-20 report, there are 26,73,891 handloom weavers and 8,48,621 allied workers in handloom sector across the country. Details for State/UT-wise number of handloom weavers and allied workers in handloom sector are below.
To increase the income of handloom weavers and for their upliftment, Ministry of Textiles is implementing following schemes across the country:
National Handloom Development Programme
Raw Material Supply Scheme
Under the National Handloom Development Programme, financial assistance is provided to eligible handloom agencies/weavers for procurement of upgraded looms & accessories, solar lighting units...