Located within the campus of Deepika Mahila Jagriti Sansthan, Sector-2, the centre is equipped with various handloom weaving facilities, including pre-loom equipment, frame looms, and pit looms. Since its inauguration on 2^nd October, 2012, the centre has been transforming the lives of women from nearby rural areas — many of whom once lacked access to education or technical skills.

Over the years, these women, many of whom had never touched a loom before, have mastered the nuances of handloom weaving. From learning the basics of thread winding to producing intricately designed cotton and silk sarees and fabrics their journey is nothing short of remarkable.

Each woman receives a monthly stipend during the training period, helping them support themselves as they grow in confidence and competence. The products of Deepika Hast Kargha are being sold in a dedicated shop the ‘House of Deepika’ set up in the Sector-5 market as well as in various exhibitions.

To mark National Handloom Day, a programme was organized at Deepika Hast Kargha on 7^th August, 2025. Mrs. Namrata Verma, President Deepika Mahila Sanghati presided over the function. Mrs. Prabhati Misra, Vice President, DMS, Ms. Munmun Mittra, GM In-Charge (CSR), Mr. T B Toppo, DGM (CSR), Mrs. Sarika Kumar, Secretary, DMS, members of the Governing Body of DMS and the trainees of the Handloom Centre were present on the occasion. A fashion show was organized on the occasion in which the sarees made at the Hastakargaha unit were showcased. A quiz competition based handloom fabric was also conducted among participants. The dignitaries cut a cake to mark the occasion. Mrs. Sarika Kumar coordinated the function.

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Mr. Modi said many people who did not use Khadi products earlier are now wearing them with pride. He urged people who have not bought Khadi clothes to start buying from this year.

Speaking about the handloom industry, Mr Modi lauded 250 women of Rohtak district of Haryana for joining the UNNATI Self Help Group and spreading the magic of colours on clothes. The women joined the Self Help Group and received training in block printing and dyeing.

National Handloom Day will be celebrated in the country on the 7th of next month.

The Prime Minister also asked listeners to participate in the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, with 15th August approaching. He encouraged people to upload their selfies with the Tricolour on ‘harghartiranga.com’.

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