Loom is a machine or device for weaving thread or yarn into textiles. It can be manual or automatic. Loom industry is one of the oldest and traditional cottage industries in Bangladesh. Historically, Bengal was famous for her own textile products from the ancient era and it is the part of our glorious culture and heritage. Bangladesh is famous for producing its own textiles such as saree, lungi, dhuti, gamchas etc. from the beginning of this industry. Primarily, clothing was made to meet the clothing needs of a community in a region but later, it becomes an occupation, a business, an industry and a source of huge employment opportunities. It is one of the most innovative and artistic manufacturing industry of our motherland. Loom industries have been developed in various places of Bangladesh and among these areas the Chowhali-Enayetpur belongs to one of the richest history of loom industry. In this article, we will expose the history of loom industry in Chowhali-Enayetpur of Sirajgonj district and then elucidate the socioeconomic scenario of this region for the blessing of loom industry.
Keywords: Loom, Weavers, Loom industry, Clothing, Textiles
28-Feb-2025
