Speaking on the occasion, the Governor said India has a long tradition of excellence in making high quality handloom products with extraordinary skills and craftsmanship, which are unparalleled in the world. The intricate workmanship of the handlooms of many states provides it a unique identity of its own and fascinates people world over. The Governor further said Odisha’s handloom sector has great demand with the people within the state and outside and even in foreign countries because of the exquisite work of the weavers. The inherent strength of Indian handloom products is required to be promoted with new and innovative designs, colour combinations and defect free weaving for meeting the need of the market. The objective of the National Handloom Expo is to showcase handloom products of various states of India and with that it would thrive to promote the prosperous Indian heritage and culture. It would also provide weavers the opportunity to network with customers and handloom importers. The Expo is a unique opportunity for the handloom exporters to expand their market.Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary R Balakrishan, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Handloom, Textiles and Handicrafts, Chithra Arumugam and Managing Director, Boyanika, Bishnu Prasad Mishra spoke on the occasion. A total of 110 stalls have been opened for the participants of 18 states. The expo will remain open from 11.30 AM to 9 PM till Feb 26.
ational Handloom Expo-2017 inaugurated by Odisha Governor in Odisha capital on Monday
Bhubaneswar, Feb 7: Yesterday the Odisha Governor, Dr SC Jamir inaugurated National Handloom Expo-2017 at Idco Exhibition Ground here. The exhibition is organized by the Odisha State Handloom Weavers’ Cooperative Society Ltd (Boyanika) and sponsored by Development Commissioner for Handloom, Government of India. Governor along with lady Governor visited stalls including theme pavilion, which is depicted in shape of Dakhina Kali Temple, Kolkata.