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The Ministry of Textiles in India, through the Office of Development Commissioner (Handlooms), is implementing the National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP). Over the last five years, around 22.7 million weavers and Self Help Groups have received assistance under NHDP. Among its components, the Cluster Development Programme (CDP) provides financial
Ministry of Textiles
The Ministry of Textiles, through the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), implements the National Handicrafts Development Programme (NHDP) and the Comprehensive Handicrafts Cluster Development Scheme (CHCDS) to promote the handicrafts sector. These schemes provide financial assistance and support for skill development, marketing, and infrastructure to artisans. Various training programs,
NHDP
The Ministry of Textiles provides financial assistance to handloom agencies and workers under the National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP) through various components such as Cluster Development Programme and Weaver’s Mudra loan. Funds are released in two installments based on project proposals from States/UTs. As of June 2025, approximately
Handloom Industry
The 4th All India Handloom Census (2019-20) reveals that there are 31.45 lakh households and 35.22 lakh handloom weavers and allied workers in India. The handloom sector is unorganized, with no direct government employment for weavers. The Ministry of Textiles is implementing the National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP)