India's Handloom Heritage: A Boost to Exports and Artisan Incomes

Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh emphasized boosting India's handloom and handicraft exports and increasing the monthly income of artisans. The inauguration of 'The Kunj' aims to showcase products and achieve a Rs 15,000-20,000 income for women artisans. Recent figures show growth in textile exports.

Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 21-08-2025 15:26 IST | Created: 21-08-2025 15:26 IST

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Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh has called for enhanced efforts to increase India's handloom and handicraft exports, with a focus on elevating women's monthly income to at least Rs 15,000-20,000. This initiative aligns with ongoing projects to boost the sector's global presence.

During the inauguration of 'The Kunj,' a key Ministry of Textiles initiative, Singh highlighted the significant role of handloom and handicraft in employing over one crore people in India. The new complex will serve as a pivotal platform for artisans nationwide to exhibit their creations.

Singh emphasized the importance of reaching new heights in exporting handloom and handicrafts and celebrated a modest rise in textile exports for the April–July 2025 period, marking a 3.87 percent increase from the previous year.

(With inputs from agencies.)