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The 'Weaves of India' Handloom Festival was inaugurated in New Delhi at the Central Cottage Industries Emporium by the Ministry of Textiles as part of the celebrations leading up to the 12th National Handloom Day. The festival showcases a wide range of GI-tagged handloom products, including Pashmina shawls, Kanjeevaram silk, Chanderi sarees, Pochampally ikat, and Muga silk. More than 150 master weavers and National Handicraft Awardees participate, providing a direct platform to connect with urban buyers. All displayed products carry the Handloom Mark and Silk Mark, ensuring authenticity and quality while promoting India's rich handloom heritage.