Thu Dec 11 11:19:51 UTC 2025: Summary:

The Tamil Nadu government has approved a ₹30-crore subsidy exclusively for the development and upgradation of powerlooms, fulfilling a long-standing demand from powerloom associations across the state. This decision followed a revision of the initial government order, where the federation had previously opposed earmarking part of the fund for automatic looms. Additionally, a further ₹15 crore subsidy has been confirmed to support weavers in purchasing new rapier looms. In a separate development, the Tamil Nadu Federation of Powerloom Associations is pushing for the quick release of pending wages for the production of free dhotis and sarees, with assurances from the Assistant Director of Handlooms and Textiles that a significant portion will be disbursed by the end of the week and the remainder by January 10th.

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Tamil Nadu Government Grants ₹30 Crore Subsidy for Powerloom Upgradation

Erode, December 11, 2025 – The Tamil Nadu government has announced a ₹30-crore subsidy specifically for the development and modernization of powerlooms throughout the state, responding to a long-standing request from powerloom associations. The announcement comes after revisions to the initial Government Order, which initially proposed earmarking half the funds for automatic looms, a proposition opposed by the Tamil Nadu Federation of Powerloom Associations. The entire amount will now be allocated exclusively for powerloom improvement, with 3,000 powerlooms each receiving ₹1 lakh.

“This is a victory for the powerloom industry in Tamil Nadu,” said L.K.M. Suresh, State president of the Federation. “We thank the Chief Minister and other ministers for listening to our concerns and acting decisively.”

In addition to this subsidy, the government has confirmed a further ₹15 crore in funding to support weavers in purchasing new rapier looms, signaling a significant investment in modernizing the weaving industry.

Meanwhile, the Tamil Nadu Federation of Powerloom Associations has also addressed concerns regarding unpaid wages for the production of free dhotis and sarees. Representatives met with the Assistant Director of Handlooms and Textiles to urge the prompt release of the outstanding 30% of wages. The Assistant Director has assured the Federation that a major portion of the pending payments will be disbursed by the end of this week, with the remaining balance to be cleared by January 10th. This action will bring relief to the powerloom community and ensure timely compensation for their work.

The Tamil Nadu government’s commitment to the powerloom sector is expected to boost productivity and enhance the economic well-being of weavers across the state.

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