The Handlooms (Reservation of Articles for Production) Act, 1985 (22 of 1985)

**Executive Summary** The Ministry of Textiles issued a notification appointing June 16, 2026, as the commencement date for specific provisions of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026. This enforcement pertains to amendments listed under serial number 48 of the Act's Schedule, which modifies The Handlooms (Reservation of Articles for Production) Act, 1985. The notification marks the immediate implementation of these legal changes as of the date of publication. **Key Points / Main Content** * **Commencement of Legislation:** The Central Government has officially designated June 16, 2026, as the effective date for the specified provisions of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026. * **Scope of Amendment:** The notification focuses specifically on the entries related to serial number 48 in the Schedule of the Jan Vishwas Act. * **Targeted Statute:** The provisions coming into force directly affect The Handlooms (Reservation of Articles for Production) Act, 1985 (22 of 1985). * **Legal Authority:** The notification was issued by the Ministry of Textiles in exercise of powers conferred by sub-section (2) of section 1 of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026. **Impact Analysis** **Handloom Manufacturers and Producers** **Impact** They are subject to the amended regulatory framework of the Handlooms (Reservation of Articles for Production) Act, 1985, as modified by the Jan Vishwas Act. **Action Required** Must review the specific amendments under serial number 48 of the Jan Vishwas Act to ensure their production processes remain compliant with the updated reservation rules. **Development Commissioner for Handlooms / Regulatory Authorities** **Impact** This authority is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the newly effective provisions. **Action Required** Update enforcement protocols and administrative guidelines to align with the changes effective from June 16, 2026. **Legal and Compliance Officers** **Impact** Required to incorporate these legislative changes into the compliance oversight for textile-related operations. **Action Required** Verify the specific changes to penalties or procedural requirements introduced by the Jan Vishwas Act regarding handloom reservations.

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