Outreach and Transformation Initiatives

IoT-Based Handloom Product Traceability Using Blockchain Technology

The IoT-Based Handloom Product Traceability Pilot Project, initiated by NHDC was launched to transform the handloom industry in India by integrating Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain technologies, aligning with the concept of Digital Product Passport (DPP). Implemented in Leh, Kargil, Taruk (Ladakh UT) and Basohli (Jammu & Kashmir), the pilot project digitized the handloom supply chain, from weaving to delivery, to create a transparent and verifiable record of each product’s journey. By deploying 100 IoT devices and QR Taffeta tags, the initiative enabled real-time tracking, ensured product authenticity and enhanced transparency, mirroring the objectives of DPP. The DPP framework provides a digital record of a product’s lifecycle, ensuring traceability, authenticity and compliance with fair trade standards. This pilot project empowered local artisans, boosted consumer trust, reduced counterfeiting and promoted sustainable practices, preserving India’s handloom heritage while fostering economic growth through a DPP-aligned, technology-driven approach.

Key Goals

• Enable real-time monitoring and data collection via IoT devices in selected districts of Ladakh(UT) and Jammu & Kashmir .
• Improve efficiency and transparency in the textile sector.

Current Status: The pilot project is complete, with 100 devices operational. Over 144 products are traceable via Blockchain and QR tags.

Training Workshops

Comprehensive training sessions were conducted to equip artisans with the skills to use the IoT mobile application, QR tags and Blockchain system.

• Leh (Ladakh): 34 artisans trained; mobile app installed for digitizing weaving processes.
• Kargil (Ladakh): 12 artisans (including a master weaver) trained; apps installed on 9 weavers' phones.
• Taruk (Ladakh): 10 artisans trained; 8 IoT devices deployed.
• Basohli (J&K): 52 artisans trained over June 21-22; 50 IoT devices set up.

Objectives & Status

Warranty & Support

• Warranty Period: 1 year from final acceptance or completion of installation, commissioning and testing.
• Ongoing Support: Weekly VC meetings with weaver heads; dedicated helpdesk for grievances.