Arunachal Pradesh traditionally known for its mesmerizing landscape is also home to a rich textile and handicraft industry. And because the state houses more than 20 major tribes and 100 sub-tribes, it is known for its diverse range of handloom and handicrafts, which are a reflection of the region's rich cultural heritage and traditional practices.
Handloom & Weaving: The handloom weaving industry is a significant source of employment in Arunachal Pradesh. The state is renowned for the excellent handmade textiles crafted by skilled weavers. The different tribes of Arunachal Pradesh weave using a variety of methods and designs to produce a wide range of textiles. Every tribe in the state has a distinctive weaving technique that is passed down from generation to generation. Each piece is distinctive and a testament to the weavers' abilities owing to the elaborate designs and patterns used in the weaving procedures.
The handloom weaving industry has enormous potential in Arunachal Pradesh, and many organizations and government bodies are working towards preserving and promoting this traditional craft. The state government has established a Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation to provide financial assistance, training, and marketing support to the weavers. The corporation also provides raw materials, looms, and other equipment to the weavers to create quality products.
Handicrafts: Arunachal Pradesh is also known for its diverse range of handicrafts, ranging from woodcarving to basketry. Each tribe in the state has its unique craftsmanship, creating beautiful products that showcase their traditional practices and cultural heritage. Some of the popular handicrafts of Arunachal Pradesh include bamboo and cane products, pottery, woodcarving, and beadwork. Pottery is another traditional craft that has been practiced in Arunachal Pradesh for generations. Woodcarving is a traditional craft that is practiced by many tribes in Arunachal Pradesh with beautiful patterns and beadwork is another popular craft in Arunachal Pradesh and is typically used to decorate clothes, bags, and jewelry.
Marketing and Export Opportunities:
Arunachal Pradesh's textile and handicraft industry has great potential to grow and expand. The state government has taken many initiatives to market and promote these crafts, particularly at the national and international levels, after realizing their full potential. The government has established several emporiums that sell these products and also participates in various trade fairs and exhibitions to showcase these crafts.
Furthermore, several NGOs and private organizations are working to create long-term employment opportunities for local artisans. These organizations train and empower artisans to produce high-quality goods while also assisting them in gaining access to markets.
MyGov Arunachal Pradesh invites citizens to share their valuable opinion and suggestions on how we can promote and market these local crafts to increase their reach and visibility.
BrahmDevYadav 2 years 2 months ago
Handicraft is manual industry of villagers.It is totally eco-friendly Market.Most probably, economic weaker sections of the the society do the manual work and they prepare by way of their natural arts and sell in domestic market on the simple rate. Government should take a proper step to improve the situation in the field of handicraft sector.
BrahmDevYadav 2 years 2 months ago
Textile is a large tree to generate employment amongst the people specially in rural areas in the State. Government should take proper step and contribute financial assistance in this sector. Then textile work can develop and can protect textile industry in the State.
BrahmDevYadav 2 years 2 months ago
What is quality in textile?
Quality in garment manufacturing is a very broad subject as it encompasses both process and product as you will learn later. But it basically constitutes the characteristics of a salable good that determine its desirability and which can be controlled by a manufacturer to meet certain basic requirements.
BrahmDevYadav 2 years 2 months ago
What is 5S in garment industry?
The 5S system comprises 5 steps namely Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain. The concept of 5S is similar to the PDCA cycle i.e. continuous improvement. One has to go through all the 5 steps on daily basis in order to develop an Ergonomic and efficient workplace.
BrahmDevYadav 2 years 2 months ago
What is the current situation of textile industry?
Production of textile has seen a decline in recent months:-
The production of textiles as measured by the Index of Industrial Production for textile has seen a consistent decline since March 2022. The index value, which was 118.5 in March 2022, has fallen to 102.3 in October 2022.
BrahmDevYadav 2 years 2 months ago
What are smart materials used in textile industry?
Smart textiles may use some traditional fibers like cotton or silk but many of them also contain synthetic and engineered substances. Fabrics can be woven with stainless steel yarn, silver threads or other precious metals.
BrahmDevYadav 2 years 2 months ago
What are the five methods of fabric construction state?
Fabric construction methods include weaving, knitting, felting, lacemaking and bonding. Since the way a fabric is constructed determines how it looks, handles and behaves, it is important to be able to recognize and tell the difference between common fabric construction methods.
BrahmDevYadav 2 years 2 months ago
What is the role of textile industry in India?
The industry is the largest producer of cotton and jute, 2nd largest in silk and 95% of hand-woven fabrics globally are from India. The textile industry is the second-largest employment provider in India after the agriculture industry.
BrahmDevYadav 2 years 2 months ago
What are the two most commonly used textiles?
Polyester is now the world's most commonly used fibre, overtaking cotton in 2002. Prized for its relative cheapness, strength, lightness and wrinkle free properties, polyester can be woven, knitted and blended with other fibres.
BrahmDevYadav 2 years 2 months ago
What are the 3 main types of fabric?
We can sort clothing fabrics into three broad classes:- Woven and Knitted fabrics are the main contenders, made directly from yarns. However, occasionally, we see nonwoven fabrics. Nonwoven fabrics are made directly from fibres often as new and sustainable alternatives made from recycled materials.