The Press Information Bureau reported on 13 October 2026 that the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) has seen significant growth in rural enterprises. In 2025–26, sales of Khadi and village industry products reached a record ₹1.87lakh crore, with employment in the sector increasing to 2.04 crore. The KVIC provides support through training, equipment distribution, and credit schemes to help artisans transition traditional skills into businesses. The release does not say when these specific support measures take effect, though it notes the annual Khadi Mahotsav occurs every October.
Key points
- 2025-26 sales: ₹1.87lakh crore (highest recorded as of May 2026)
- Employment: Increased by 56% to 2.04 crore
- Artisan pay: Rose from ₹4 per hank in 2013–14 to ₹15 per hank currently
- Training: 79,682 trainees in FY 2025-26, with 47,382 women receiving training
- Credit: Eligible Khadi institutions can access loans at 4% interest per annum
When it applies
- Annually from 2 October to 31 October Khadi Mahotsav
Who it affects
- eligible Khadi institutions
Refers to
- Khadi and Village Industries Commission Act, 1956