Women's Day 2021: PM Modi Buys Traditional Handicraft Items To Promote Entrepreneurship Among Women

Asserting that women are playing a leading role in India’s quest to become “Aatmanirbhar”, Prime Minister Modi said “let us commit to encouraging entrepreneurship among women on International Women’s Day.

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As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared on micro-blogging platform Twitter a list of traditional handicraft items from several states that he has bought online in a bid to promote entrepreneurship among women.

Asserting that women are playing a leading role in India’s quest to become “Aatmanirbhar”, Prime Minister Modi said “let us commit to encouraging entrepreneurship among women” on International Women’s Day.

“Women are playing a leading role in India’s quest to become Aatmanirbhar. On International Women’s Day, let us commit to encouraging entrepreneurship among women. Today, I bought a few products that celebrate women enterprise, creativity and India’s culture. #NariShakti,” he tweeted.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Women are playing a leading role in India’s quest to become Aatmanirbhar. On International Women’s Day, let us commit to encouraging entrepreneurship among women.<br><br>Today, I bought a few products that celebrate women enterprise, creativity and India’s culture. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NariShakti?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>#NariShakti</a></p>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1368830621548699648?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>March 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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Prime Minister Modi’s shopping list included exquisite hand embroidered Shawl made by artisans of the Tamil Nadu’s Toda Tribe.

“The exquisite hand embroidered Shawl made by artisans of the Toda Tribe of Tamil Nadu looked wonderful. I purchased one such shawl. This product is marketed by Tribes India. #NariShakti https://tribesindia.com/shop/clothing/men/shawls/cotton-shawl/,” he tweeted.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The exquisite hand embroidered Shawl made by artisans of the Toda Tribe of Tamil Nadu looked wonderful. <br><br>I purchased one such shawl. This product is marketed by Tribes India. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NariShakti?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>#NariShakti</a> <a href="https://t.co/rG8c6yrv2C" rel='nofollow'>https://t.co/rG8c6yrv2C</a></p>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1368831109816082434?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>March 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The Prime Minister also bought a handcrafted Gond paper painting.

“Adding more colour to the surroundings! Art by our tribal communities is spectacular. This handcrafted Gond Paper Painting merges colours and creativity. Bought this painting today. #NariShakti https://tribesindia.com/shop/paintings/gond/handcrafted-multicolor-gond-paper-painting-161/,” he tweeted.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Adding more colour to the surroundings!<br><br>Art by our tribal communities is spectacular. This handcrafted Gond Paper Painting merges colours and creativity. <br><br>Bought this painting today. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NariShakti?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>#NariShakti</a> <a href="https://t.co/Z8IQtbIg3Y" rel='nofollow'>https://t.co/Z8IQtbIg3Y</a> <a href="https://t.co/QaRupmq7fF" rel='nofollow'>pic.twitter.com/QaRupmq7fF</a></p>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1368832966340739076?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>March 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In addition, the Prime Minister purchased a traditional shawl from Nagaland.

“India is proud of the Naga Culture, synonymous with bravery, compassion and creativity. Purchased a traditional shawl from Nagaland. #NariShakti https://madeinnagalandcenter.in/product/chizami-weaves_chw47/,” he tweeted.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">India is proud of the Naga Culture, synonymous with bravery, compassion and creativity. <br><br>Purchased a traditional shawl from Nagaland. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NariShakti?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>#NariShakti</a> <a href="https://t.co/MvmERRDTQ9" rel='nofollow'>https://t.co/MvmERRDTQ9</a> <a href="https://t.co/2S7tIdDOym" rel='nofollow'>pic.twitter.com/2S7tIdDOym</a></p>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1368833241885544450?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>March 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Besides, Prime Minister Modi bought a khadi cotton Madhubani-painted stole.

“Khadi is closely associated with Mahatma Gandhi and India’s rich history. Bought a Khadi Cotton Madhubani Painted Stole. This is a top quality product and is closely associated with the creativity of our citizens. #NariShakti https://shop.brlps.in/shop/product/sg-gk-kc-03-khadi-cotton-madhubani-painted-stole-03-320?search=madhubani+stole#attr=,” he tweeted.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Khadi is closely associated with Mahatma Gandhi and India’s rich history. Bought a Khadi Cotton Madhubani Painted Stole. This is a top quality product and is closely associated with the creativity of our citizens. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NariShakti?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>#NariShakti</a> <a href="https://t.co/iKv0tIYIq3" rel='nofollow'>https://t.co/iKv0tIYIq3</a> <a href="https://t.co/806mUC9rJK" rel='nofollow'>pic.twitter.com/806mUC9rJK</a></p>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1368833702902472706?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>March 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Prime Minister Modi also bought a handmade jute file folder from West Bengal.

“I am surely going to use this handmade Jute File Folder from West Bengal. Made by tribal communities of the state, you all must have a jute product from West Bengal in your homes!  #NariShakti https://tribesindia.com/shop/other-assortments/stationery/file-folders/handmade-maroon-jute-file-folder/,” he wrote on Twitter.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I am surely going to use this handmade Jute File Folder from West Bengal. <br><br>Made by tribal communities of the state, you all must have a jute product from West Bengal in your homes! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NariShakti?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>#NariShakti</a> <a href="https://t.co/coP8q3cHgy" rel='nofollow'>https://t.co/coP8q3cHgy</a> <a href="https://t.co/RJhz9Rdoad" rel='nofollow'>pic.twitter.com/RJhz9Rdoad</a></p>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1368834460741902336?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>March 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Prime Minister Modi too bought a Gamusa from Assam made by various self-help groups of the Kakatipapung Development Block.

“You have seen me wear the Gamusa very often. It is extremely comfortable. Today, I bought a Gamusa made by various self-help groups of Kakatipapung Development Block. #NariShakti https://asomi.biz/product/gamusa-2/,” he tweeted.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">You have seen me wear the Gamusa very often. It is extremely comfortable. Today, I bought a Gamusa made by various self-help groups of Kakatipapung Development Block. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NariShakti?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>#NariShakti</a> <a href="https://t.co/jvHk5YFJof" rel='nofollow'>https://t.co/jvHk5YFJof</a> <a href="https://t.co/8exa9oli8Z" rel='nofollow'>pic.twitter.com/8exa9oli8Z</a></p>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1368834947490877442?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>March 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Prime Minister Modi further said that he was “eagerly waiting” to receive the classic Palm craft from Kerala.

“I am eagerly awaiting to receive Classic Palm Craft Nilavilakku made by women based in Kerala. It is commendable how our #NariShakti has preserved and popularised local crafts and products. https://kudumbashreebazaar.com/app/products/45637/Vijayans-handicrafts-coconut-shell-nilavilakku.html,” he tweeted.

 <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I am eagerly awaiting to receive Classic Palm Craft Nilavilakku made by women based in Kerala. It is commendable how our <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NariShakti?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>#NariShakti</a> has preserved and popularised local crafts and products. <a href="https://t.co/GgwSkkLCka" rel='nofollow'>https://t.co/GgwSkkLCka</a> <a href="https://t.co/x9Xsxi3AEz" rel='nofollow'>pic.twitter.com/x9Xsxi3AEz</a></p>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1368835522643124227?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>March 8, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>