HANDLOOM INDUSTRY: A TIMELESS TRADITION & ITS POSITIVE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
With Modernization, There Has Been A Drastic Increase In The Consumption Of Resources Over The Decades In The Textile & Apparel Industry. This Has Depleted The Earth And Its Environment While Also Taking Away Employment Opportunities From People. In Contrast, The Ancient Practice Of Handloom Weaving Is Sustainable And Ethical.
Anuprerna recognizes the importance of preserving traditional weaving techniques and supporting local artisans. By promoting handloom fabrics in her collections, Anuprerna not only celebrates the rich cultural heritage of handloom weaving but also contributes to sustainable practices in the textile industry.
Revival:
Mahatma Gandhi started the Swadeshi Movement to help the weavers of India continue their work and support the tradition of India. The Swadeshi movement encouraged the people to boycott the use of mill produced fabrics and continue the use of khadi.
Indian Handloom industry Today:
Since the 90's liberalisation, there has been an influx and growth of cheap mass-produced power loom fabrics which were design imitations made of poor quality materials. Being low cost, the handloom industry had to now compete with these cheap textiles. With a higher cost of natural yarns and a decline in demand, handloom weavers have been opting for other job opportunities rather than handweaving.
HANDLOOM & SUSTAINABILITY:
Handloom or any handmade craft for that matter go hand in hand with sustainability. Here is a list of ways, handloom is benefitting the environment:
“It takes 132 million metric tons of coal to power all the plants that produce fabric for the world. In contrast, making handloom cloth doesn’t need to consume even one piece of coal. Handloom is done without electricity or emissions.”
“It is calculated that about 1.1 tons of CO2 is cut by using handloom produced fabric rather than power loom produced fabric.”
Sustainability in Handloom Industry
Sustainability
related questions
What is the importance of handloom sector?
arrow_drop_downThe handloom sector is important for preserving cultural heritage, providing employment, promoting sustainable production, fostering unique artistry, empowering women, and promoting fair trade.
What is the distribution of handloom industry in Indian states?
arrow_drop_downThe handloom industry in India is distributed across various states, with specialization in particular handloom products. Key states include Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Odisha, and Assam.
How is handloom industry sustainable?
arrow_drop_downThe handloom industry is sustainable through its use of natural materials, eco-friendly production methods, preservation of traditional techniques, support for artisan livelihoods, promotion of social equity, and creation of unique products.
How can we support handloom industry?
arrow_drop_downSupporting the handloom industry can be done by purchasing handloom products, spreading awareness about the importance of handloom, promoting fair trade practices, and advocating for policies that support artisan livelihoods and preserve traditional craftsmanship.
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