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Prime Minister Narendra Modi urges citizens to celebrate National Handloom Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi released an Instagram video on Thursday encouraging citizens to celebrate National Handloom Day on August 7. He urged the public to purchase handloom products and share videos, including Get Ready With Me content, to support weaver families and promote India's textile heritage. The Prime Minister highlighted the historical significance of the date, noting that the Swadeshi Movement began on August 7, 1905, and called for the day to be observed with the same enthusiasm as Friendship Day.

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What Happened

Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted a video on his Instagram account on Thursday night to promote National Handloom Day, which is observed annually on August 7. In the video, he showcased various handloom fabrics and encouraged citizens to buy products from local weavers. He specifically asked the youth to participate by creating and sharing Get Ready With Me videos featuring their favorite handloom items on social media platforms.

The Prime Minister linked the observance to the Swadeshi Movement, which was launched on August 7, 1905, as a protest against British rule. He stated that celebrating the day serves to honor India's rich cultural traditions and provides economic support to millions of weaver families. By encouraging social media engagement, the initiative aims to increase the visibility of local craftsmanship and strengthen the livelihoods of small-scale artisans across the country.

Key Facts

  1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi released an Instagram video ahead of National Handloom Day.Source not recorded
  2. National Handloom Day is observed annually on August 7.Source not recorded
  3. The date commemorates the launch of the Swadeshi Movement on August 7, 1905.Source not recorded
  4. The Prime Minister encouraged citizens to purchase handloom products to support weaver families.Source not recorded
  5. Citizens were asked to share Get Ready With Me videos featuring handloom clothing on social media.Source not recorded

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