Abstract:
The Handloom Textile Industry in Sri Lanka has a centuries old history. This
tradition of handloom weaving has been brought down from generation to
generation in the country but still it uses the traditional methods and machineries
for the weaving process. Although the industry has spread along the southern
coastal area and also it has a good demand for the products from the tourists and the
natives, the current production process is incapable to meet the increasing demand
with traditional technologies.