Kannur's Handloom Industry Struggles for Survival
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Once known as the 'Manchester of Kerala', Kannur's handloom industry now faces significant challenges. The sector is grappling with delayed wages, financial losses, dwindling workforce, and shrinking cooperative societies. The number of handloom workers has decreased from nearly 25,000-30,000 to around 18,000, while the number of cooperative societies has fallen from around 600 to around 450. The relentless march of power looms adds to the sector's struggles.
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From being Manchester of Kerala to fighting for survival: Kannur’s han...
From being ‘Manchester of Kerala’ to fighting for survival: Kannur’s h...
Kannur’s famed handloom industry, once known as the "Manchester of Ker...
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