11th National Handloom Day: “Haat on Wheels”
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What happened
- The Textiles Ministry and NHDC launched an exclusive handloom expo and the “Haat on Wheels” mobile retail initiative for the 11th National Handloom Day [PIB].
- The expo shows 116 distinct weaves from across India [PIB].
Background
- Minister Giriraj Singh stressed market access for weavers [PIB].
Why it matters
- Weavers lose to middlemen; direct retail improves margins.
How to use this in Mains
- As per PIB (2025-08-05): the Textiles Ministry and NHDC launched an exclusive handloom expo and the "Haat on Wheels" mobile retail initiative for the 11th National Handloom Day.
- Weavers lose to middlemen; direct retail improves margins.
Quotable data pointThe expo shows 116 distinct weaves from across India.
PIB: Haat on Wheels launched, 5 Aug 2025
Exam angle
UPSC
Prelims: Handloom Day.
Practice MCQs
Original practice questions (not PYQs).
Practice · UPSC
National Handloom Day 2025 edition
Answer (c) & explanation
PIB.
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Official source: PIB: Haat on Wheels launched, 5 Aug 2025
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