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News India Live, Digital Desk: A historic turning point has come for the Indian handloom and saree industry. In this centuries old craft Artificial Intelligence (AI) It has made such an impact that now it will not take months but a few seconds to prepare even the most complex designs of sarees. ‘Smart Loom’ With the help of technology, the production time of sarees has now reduced from 6 months to just 6 days, which has the power to change the world of weavers.
How does this ‘AI Smart Loom’ work?
Traditionally, artists would spend hours carving on paper to design a new saree, which was then transferred to the loom using punch cards. But now with the help of AI software:
Custom Designing: Customers can specify any pattern or theme of their choice and the AI creates its digital blueprint in seconds.
Automatic Punching: The design is directly attached to the loom, eliminating the possibility of human error.
Huge time savings: The saree sample which used to take 15 to 20 days to prepare is now ready for weaving in a few hours.
6 months’ work in just 6 days!
The biggest impact of this technology has been on production. Earlier, it took months to fulfill bulk orders of heavy Banarasi, Kanjivaram or silk sarees. Now ‘Smart Loom’ technology has speeded up this process so much that the entire stock can be produced within just 6 days. This will not only increase the income of the artisans, but the global demand for Indian sarees will also be met on time.
Boon or danger for weavers?
Technical experts believe that instead of replacing the weavers, this AI tool will act as their ‘superpower’. This will reduce their hard work and give them a chance to be more creative. Also, due to reduction in the cost of saree, it will also become affordable and accessible to the customers.
Big change in textile industry
In line with the vision of the Government of India, the use of AI in the textile sector is giving new impetus to ‘Make in India’. In the coming times, these smart looms at big centers like Surat, Banaras and Kanchipuram will completely change the definition of saree manufacturing.