Popularly known as Co-optex, Tamil Nadu Handloom Weavers’ Co-Operative Society has opened a new Kolam outlet at Anna Salai in Chennai. Built at the cost of Rs 5.60 crore, this modern facility was inaugurated by Udhayanidhi Stalin, Deputy Chief Minister, Tamil Nadu.
Renowned for its high-quality handloom silk and cotton varieties, Co-Optex blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary designs. The organisation projects its sales will rise during festivals, as it continues to launch new collections, particularly sarees, to cater to festive shoppers.
Spanning 8,000 sq ft, the newly built Co-Optex Kolam outlet is situated inside a four-storey building equipped with modern amenities, including elevators and parking facilities. The first three floors measure 2,100 sq ft each, while the fourth floor covers 1,700 sq ft.
Offering an enhanced shopping experience to customers, this new facility combines spacious interiors with a wide range of handloom products.
As a part of the inauguration, Stalin also launched the Pongal festival discount sale. For 2025, Co-Optex aims to increase its sales to Rs 50 crore, from Rs 43.46 crore achieved during the 2024 Pongal season. To attract customers, it is offering a 30 per cent discount on all silk and cotton varieties during the festive season.
This new outlet reinforces Co-Optex’s commitment to promoting handloom products and supporting the livelihoods of weavers across Tamil Nadu.
