Assam Govt Procures 9.25 Lakh Gamosas For Bihu, Empowers Over 5 Lakh Weavers

GUWAHATI: Turning this year’s Bihu into a memorable celebration for the weaving community, the Assam government has taken a historic step by procuring 9.25 lakh traditional ‘Gamosas’ from 5.64 lakh weavers across the state. While preserving Assam’s rich cultural legacy, this first-of-its-kind initiative highlights the government's dedication to empowering local artisans.

The initiative led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reflects the vision of ‘Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi,’ blending economic development with cultural pride. "The Gamosas — a symbol of Assamese identity and respect — would be directly sourced from local weavers and distributed to citizens across the country, further promoting Assam’s heritage," CM Sarma stated while sharing the update on X.

“The initiative of sending Bihuwans to 7 lakh people has greatly benefited us, as the government is directly purchasing from local artisans,” a weavers' representative shared. This move is expected to significantly enhance the earnings of thousands of weavers, many of whom depend on their craft for livelihood.

The Assam government seeks to highlight the skill, dedication, and tradition of its people by connecting rural artisans with a nationwide initiative while ensuring the vibrant spirit of Bihu is woven into every Gamosa reaching homes across India.

The traditional Assamese Gamosa received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2017 under the Geographical Indication of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.

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