Kaimagga Vikasa Yojana - Karnataka

A Karnataka state scheme providing a 50% subsidy for handloom weavers to purchase new handlooms and necessary equipment, aiming to preserve handloom weaving skills.

The "Kaimagga Vikasa Yojana" was launched by the Department of Handloom & Textiles, Government of Karnataka. The scheme aims to sustain and develop the handloom weaving skills of existing weavers and to attract young talent to the industry, thus preserving the rich cultural heritage of handloom weaving in Karnataka. The scheme is designed to help both traditional and new weavers by offering support for the purchase of new handlooms and necessary equipment. Equipment such as handlooms, electronic jacquards, pre-loom facilities like knotting machines, and warping machines are covered under the scheme. This initiative underscores the state's commitment to fostering the traditional art of handloom weaving, ensuring its economic viability and cultural continuity for generations to come.