Telangana’s Sircilla weaver crafts matchbox-size handloom saree in 170 minutes
In Telangana's textile town of Sircilla, handloom weaver Veldi Hariprasad astounded onlookers by weaving a saree, small enough to fit in a matchbox, within just 170 minutes on Monday (August 3, 2026), ahead of National Handloom Day. The remarkable accomplishment took place on a traditional handloom, with the presence of local residents and several members of the weaving community.
Hariprasad's feat showcased his skill and perseverance while highlighting the region's rich handloom heritage. The 5.5-meter-long and 45-inch-wide saree, weighing 175 grams, was crafted using age-old weaving techniques. Those who witnessed the extraordinary event were left in awe, expressing hope that such dedication would contribute to promoting and preserving the town's age-old handloom traditions for future generations.
Previous to this, Hariprasad had gained acclaim for weaving special sarees based on themes like 'Nari Shakti' and 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav'.
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