Khadi Fabric

 Hi readers! Today, we are teaching you all about an exhibition on Khadi fabric. Read more to find out more!

Story:

There was an exhibition and fashion show Khadi India organised for 'Aheli Khadi' at NIFT Gandhinagar. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's pivotal call has been the core objective of Khadi and Village Industries Commission to position Khadi as a Fashion Fabric.

If you are wondering why we are talking about this in the first place, as our blog is environmentally related:

The spinning of khadi uses no machines or energy and thus has a low carbon footprint. A metre of khadi fabric consumes three litres of water, while one metre of mill-produced fabric requires 55 litres of the precious resource. Plus, khadi clusters also generate direly needed income to rural Indian communities. So, we encourage you to try using this material!

Facts:

1)Khadi has historical and philosophical importance in India. It was introduced by Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation. He started the swadeshi movement to promote khadi fabric to make India self-reliant and independent. Khadi played a vital role in the freedom struggle of India.
2)The cloth is made from cotton, but it may also include silk or wool, which are all spun into yarn on a charkha. It is a versatile fabric that remains cool in summer and warm in winter. To improve its appearance, khadi is sometimes starched to give it a stiffer feel. It is widely accepted in various fashion circles.

Here is an image of Khaki fabric: