KVIC Marks 150th Birth Anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, Honors Khadi Entrepreneurs

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], December 05: The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), Ahmedabad State Office, commemorated the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda and the fourth Gaurav Divas with a special program celebrating Khadi’s enduring legacy and its role in rural empowerment. The event honored 20 volunteers and women entrepreneurs from Gujarat for their outstanding contributions to social service, particularly in tribal regions of the state.

The spotlight of the event was on Mrs. Pooja Kapoor, a Khadi entrepreneur from Ahmedabad, recognized for her exceptional work in promoting the Om Khadi brand. Mrs. Kapoor has revitalized Khadi products crafted by rural women, blending tradition with modernity to appeal to today’s youth.

Speaking at the event, Mrs. Kapoor said, “Mahatma Gandhi understood the transformative power of Khadi here in Ahmedabad, but it is our Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi who reimagined Khadi as a global brand, aligning it with the aspirations and sartorial preferences of the younger generation. Inspired by his vision, I take pride in presenting Khadi in a new form that ensures its timeless relevance for future generations.”