SRINAGAR, Aug 10: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday extended a congratulatory message to artisans who received the prestigious national handloom award from President Draupadi Murmu.
“Chief Minister extended warm congratulations to artisan weavers Manzoor Ahmad Hajam and Fayaz Ahmad Wani on receiving the prestigious National Handloom Award from the Hon’ble President of India. Recognised for their exceptional craftsmanship in weaving the exquisite Chanddar Kani Shawl, their achievement celebrates the timeless legacy and artistic excellence of Jammu and Kashmir’s handloom tradition,” Abdullah posted on his official X handle.
The chief minister said that the government remains committed to empowering local artisans, preserving traditional heritage and promoting indigenous crafts on national and global platforms.

