KCR Govt To Distribution Over 1crore Bathukamma Sarees Soon

Around 1.18 crore Bathukamma sarees are ready for distribution ahead of the Bathukamma festivities across the State. The sarees were produced in 30 colors and 800 colour combinations with 240 designs. Telangana government is making arrangements for distributing the sarees on a large scale this time.

Bathukamma sarees worth a total Rs 340 crore were procured from weavers in Pochampally, Sircilla and Gadwal among other areas this year. KCR administration placed the order in advance, enabling the weavers to deliver the sarees as per schedule.

This year, Bathukamma sarees with gold and silver zari work would be distributed. After the formation of separate Telangan, as per directions of CM govt distribute sarees in colourful designs to the women in the State on the occasion of every Bathukamma festival .

As per reports, the Handlooms and Textiles department has begun preparations to distribute sarees. The department will soon disclose the details of the distribution programme including the dates to commence distribution.

The Bathukamma festival organised in Telangana has become a symbol of self-respect and identity for people of Telangana across the world.

The Bathukamma sarees are also helping the weavers of Telangana to earn an honorable living.