On August 7, 2024, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated a Handicraft Exhibition organized by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in Gandhinagar, marking the 10th National Handloom Day. The event highlighted the significance of handlooms in India’s rural art and economy, with Patel emphasizing the importance of supporting local artisans and adopting the “Vocal For Local” mantra. Additionally, the Chief Minister inaugurated three renovated departments at the NIFT campus and was joined by various dignitaries, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who also extended greetings on this occasion.
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- Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the Handicraft Exhibition organized by NIFT Gandhinagar on August 7, 2024.
- The event marked the celebration of the 10th National Handloom Day.
- Patel emphasized handlooms as symbols of India’s rural art and integral to the rural economy.
- He encouraged the adoption of the “Vocal For Local” mantra promoted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- Patel also inaugurated three renovated departments at the NIFT campus: Fashion Design, Fashion and Lifestyle Accessories, and Master of Design.
- The inauguration event was attended by Industry Minister Balvantsinh Rajput, MLA Ritaben Patel, Gandhinagar Mayor Meera Patel, NIFT Director Prof. Dr. Sameer Sood, Joint Director Prof. Dr. Pranav Vora, and other faculty and students.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings on National Handloom Day through social media, highlighting the nation’s pride in its handloom heritage.
- Modi reiterated the commitment to the “Vocal For Local” initiative and celebrated the contributions of artisans.
- National Handloom Day was first celebrated on August 7, 2015, to commemorate the Swadeshi Movement’s launch in 1905.
- The day aims to honor handloom weavers, raise awareness about the handloom sector, and acknowledge its impact on India’s socio-economic development.
