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Stories from India: How a Facebook post turned into a business supporting Banarasi saree weavers

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Team Weaver Story, led by Nishant Malhotra, receiving an award. Credit: Weaver Story Team by Nishant Malhotra

To preserve the tradition of Banarasi sarees, Nishant Malhotra left his corporate job and founded Weaver Story. He connected weavers with customers and promoted their sarees, helping them access better markets and earn fairer prices. His efforts have encouraged many weavers to return to weaving rather than leave the craft behind.


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To preserve the tradition of Banarasi sarees, Nishant Malhotra left his corporate job and founded Weaver Story. He connected weavers with customers and promoted their sarees, helping them access better markets and earn fairer prices. His efforts have encouraged many weavers to return to weaving rather than leave the craft behind.


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