Khadi Threads Weave A New Era Of Growth And Empowerment In India
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A quiet revolution is unfolding across India’s heartland, where the humble Khadi has become a powerful symbol of economic strength, rural pride, and national aspiration. The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) has scripted history by clocking a record turnover of ?1.70 lakh crore (around $20 billion) in the financial year 2024–25, marking a glorious chapter in the revival of traditional industries.
This ten-year journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. Since 2013–14, sales have grown by 447 per cent, production has surged by 347 per cent, and employment has seen a 49.23 per cent rise. Behind this revival is a seamless blend of heritage and leadership. Mahatma Gandhi’s timeless ideals continue to inspire, while the encouragement from the government and the Ministry of MSME has given Khadi a fresh lease of life.
Khadi clothing, once modest and symbolic, now thrives with global resonance. Production has jumped from ?811 crore to ?3,783 crore, and sales have soared from ?1,081 crore to ?7,145 crore an astounding 561 per cent rise. These figures are more than numbers; they echo the stories of artisans whose skilled hands have woven dreams into fabric.
KVIC's purpose is clear to enrich rural livelihoods. With employment touching nearly two crore and over 10 lakh units created under schemes like PMEGP, countless families now breathe easier. Toolkits, machines, and support systems under Gramodyog Vikas Yojana have empowered villages to become self-reliant.
Women, too, are at the core of this transformation. Over 57 per cent of KVIC trainees are women, and nearly 80 per cent of Khadi artisans are female. Their wages have seen a remarkable 275 per cent rise in the past decade.
05:51 PM, Apr 23
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