From Pochampally and Gadwal to Narayanpet and Siddipet, Telangana’s handloom traditions carry generations of skill, but recognition seldom translates into fair incomes for weavers
Handloom leaders in Warangal have opposed the Telangana government's decision to procure carpets and bed sheets through open-market tenders instead of TGSCO. They warn the move could affect around 10,000 families and have announced protests seeking withdrawal of the decision
The Telangana High Court has struck down a government tender that bypassed handloom societies in the State, reaffirming that procurement of dress materials and bedsheets for educational institutions must follow the mandate of G.O.Ms.No.1.
