Present Conditions and Problems of Handloom Weavers in Kovur Mandal , Nellore District of Andhra Pradesh

The existence of Handloom dates from times immemorial in India. Though handloom literally refers to a traditional weaving method, symbolically it stands from much more. It represents a philosophy- a way of life. The philosophy is the simple faith of Indian folk artisan- the handloom weaver- the man behind the loom. Handloom stands for the revitalization of traditional creative energies and the certainty that they can be infused into our modern civilization. Though the methods employed in making handloom products are simple, the results are extraordinary. The human effort results in creations, which are both aesthetically delightful and extremely durable