Jammu and Kashmir Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary pledges support for handloom artisans on National Handloom Day

Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary attended the 12th National Handloom Day ceremony in Jammu, where he toured stalls showcasing Pashmina shawls, Basohli paintings, toys and other hand‑crafted items. He told artisans and weavers that the Omar Abdullah government will provide assistance to preserve the region’s handloom heritage and improve their livelihoods, describing the event as a historic occasion. Choudhary emphasized the need to carry forward the legacy of ancestors and pledged cooperation wherever needed, linking the initiative to Mahatma Gandhi’s vision of supporting India’s villages. The announcement underscores the state’s commitment to the handloom sector, a key cultural and economic contributor in Jammu and Kashmir.