Recognising that Swadeshi Movement which was launched on 7th August, 1905 had encouraged indigenous industries and in particular handloom weavers, Government of India has decided to designate the 7th Day of August every year, as the National Handloom Day in the category of Special Day to be observed at the National level.

No: 206 Dated: Jul, 29 2015

Recognising that Swadeshi Movement which was launched on 7th August, 1905 had encouraged indigenous industries and in particular handloom weavers, Government of India has decided to designate the 7th Day of August every year, as the National Handloom Day in the category of Special Day to be observed at the National level.