National Handloom Development Programme (NHDP)

Handloom Cooperative Societies in India: Benefits and How to Join

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Handloom Cooperative Societies in India: Benefits and How to Join

India’s handloom sector employs over 31 lakh weavers and allied workers, yet most of them struggle with fluctuating incomes and limited market reach. The cooperative model has been one of the most reliable pathways for these artisans to secure fair prices, access subsidized raw materials, and gain visibility in both domestic and international markets. I’ve … Read more

Textile Cooperatives in India: State-wise Directory and Contacts

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Textile Cooperatives in India: State-wise Directory and Contacts

India’s textile sector employs over 45 million people directly, and a significant share of that workforce operates through cooperative structures that protect artisan livelihoods. I have spent considerable time mapping these cooperatives across states, and the sheer scale of organization — from tiny village-level primary societies to apex marketing federations — is genuinely remarkable. If … Read more