Handloom, handicraft artisans earn ₹7,000 as monthly wages, finds study
A recent study revealed that handloom and handicraft artisans in India earn an average monthly wage of ₹7,000, significantly below the minimum wage. The research highlighted the financial vulnerability of these workers, many of whom are family members or unpaid laborers. It also emphasized the need for better integration of government schemes and support for artisans to improve their livelihoods.
- ▪The study covered 61.1 lakh workers in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh.
- ▪Artisans make up nearly 26% of the workforce in manufacturing establishments.
- ▪Women play a significantly larger role as owners of handicraft units according to the study.
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A study conducted in the five States of Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh in the handloom and handicraft sectors found that the average monthly earnings of an estimated 61.1 lakh workers stood at a mere ₹7,000, well below the minimum wage rate. These artisans formed nearly 26% of workers engaged in manufacturing establishments. This reflects the financial vulnerability of a majority workforce comprising family workers and other unpaid labourers. It also raises critical concerns about future patterns of fair earnings and fair trade, the study said.
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