Anu Garg, Additional Chief Secretary & Development Commissioner (Odisha), highlighted the cultural and ecological value of handlooms, citing sustainable examples like Kotpad and Dongria Shawls. She called for greater recognition of artisans and announced plans for a Sustainability Cell and promotion of eco-textiles.
The conference also presented the blueprint for the National Traditional Textile Mission (2026-31), emphasising cooperative federalism, skill upgradation, women-led development, and innovation hubs for GI-linked branding. The conference concluded with a shared national commitment to create a cohesive, inclusive, and innovation-driven ecosystem for artisans and weavers, balancing tradition with technology and aligning with the objectives of Viksit Bharat 2047.
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