The carpet is the one of finest and most exquisite form of expression and has more than 2,500 years old history.
The Iranians were amongst the first carpet weavers of the ancient civilization and through centuries of creativity and ingenuity, building upon the talents of the past, achieved a unique degree of excellence.
The carpet industry plays a vital role in the economy of Pakistan. It is not only a major earner of foreign exchange for the economy as a whole but it also contributes to the relief of poverty in rural areas.
It is basically a cottage industry spread all over Pakistan, especially in remote rural areas.
It is a major source of income for families who have few other sources of livelihood, apart from marginal agriculture.
Families can easily enter carpet-making as an occupation as it requires few infrastructural facilities. Unlike other industries it does not require electricity, water, etc. a wooden loom, yarn and knotting skill are needed to make carpets.
Another advantage for the rural families in that they can do the work inside their homes. Because the work takes place inside homes, female members of the family can also participate in this economic activity.
The carpet industry is totally indigenous as even the machines used are manufactured locally.