Handloom sari stroll to be held in Visakhapatnam on August 4

Visakhapatnam is ready to host a vibrant celebration with a three-kilometre sari stroll alongside Beach Road, forward of National Handloom Day (August 7). The second version of the occasion organised by The Spirit of Vizag Society goals to honour India’s wealthy handloom heritage whereas selling strolling amongst girls.

The occasion is open for girls of all ages who can don their handloom sari and be a part of the stroll that may start at 6am from reverse Viswapriya Function Hall. The goal is to not solely showcase the great thing about conventional saris but additionally spotlight the craftsmanship of Indian weavers.

Last yr, the inaugural version of the occasion noticed participation from 7,000 girls. “We hope the occasion will assist convey the highlight on the problems of the handloom business and assist handloom staff by selling their craft, offering a platform to showcase their merchandise and inspiring sustainable trend practices. The different goal is to encourage girls to embrace strolling as a easy and efficient approach to keep wholesome. By combining health with cultural celebration, the sari stroll might be an inspiring expertise for all contributors,” says Y Ch Dorababu, president of The Spirit of Vizag Society.

Registration is free for contributors under 18 years of age and above 75 years of age. For others, the it’s ₹100. Certificates might be offered to all registered contributors. As a part of this initiative, the society can also be organising a commerce truthful on August 3 and 4 on the Gadiraju Palace.

To take part within the saree stroll on August 4, log in to thespiritofvizag.com.