HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, Nov 30: The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) organised the Navyug Khadi Fashion Show at the National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy, Pragati Maidan, on November 29, presenting contemporary interpretations of Khadi under the theme of “New Khadi of New India.”
The exhibition accompanying the event, inaugurated on November 28, also marked the launch of the second volume of the Khadi Knowledge Portal.
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KVIC Chairman Manoj Kumar, who attended as the chief guest, praised the garments displayed on the ramp and commended the commitment and craftsmanship of Khadi artisans.
In his address, he credited the resurgence of Khadi to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, noting that the Prime Minister had elevated Khadi from being just a fabric to becoming a symbol of patriotism, modern Indian lifestyle and global fashion identity.
He reiterated the Prime Minister’s mantra — “Khadi for Nation, Khadi for Fashion, and Khadi for Transformation” — which he said had given Khadi a renewed relevance in contemporary India.
Kumar said today’s Khadi not only carries the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi but is also rapidly making its mark on fashion ramps and in international markets.
He highlighted that the new-era Khadi represents a blend of design, technology and tradition, and has become increasingly popular among the youth.
He added that Khadi continues to drive employment generation, environmental sustainability and the vision of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
The event was jointly organised by KVIC, the Centre of Excellence for Khadi (CoEK), the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) and the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI).
A wide range of Khadi apparel and products were showcased, drawing appreciation from visitors.
A notable moment during the event came when Khadi institution representatives and artisans from across the country walked the ramp alongside the KVIC Chairman, symbolising the idea that Khadi’s true strength lies in its weavers and creators and celebrating its journey “from village to glamour.”
Senior officials, including the chief executive officer of KVIC, joint secretary (A&RE) of the Ministry of MSME, economic adviser of the Ministry of MSME, financial adviser to KVIC and the Director of CoEK, were present on the occasion.
The Navyug Khadi showcase brought together sarees, garments, accessories, yardages and home décor produced by Khadi institutions nationwide under one roof, reflecting the rich textile diversity of India.
Crafts such as Ikat from Odisha, Eri silk from Assam, Tangaliya from Gujarat, silk from Karnataka, cotton from Bengal and traditional weaves from Telangana and Bihar were displayed.
The exhibition embodies the Prime Minister’s vision of presenting Khadi as a modern, inclusive and globally relevant textile tradition for a new India.
During the inauguration, the KVIC Chairman interacted with Khadi institutions to understand their challenges and assured them of continued support. The event will remain open until December 3, from 11 a.m. to 5:30 pm, featuring exhibitions, sales counters and live workshops on hand spinning, natural dyeing and sari draping, offering visitors a first-hand experience of India’s evolving Khadi landscape.
