Bhiwandi’s power loom industry, which once housed over 10 lakh of the total 21 lakh registered power loom machines in India, is facing one of its worst economic crises. Locals estimate that over 60% of power looms units have shut down, and the rest are also on the verge of closure.
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Locals estimate that over 60% of power looms units in Bhiwandi have shut down.
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