In a review meeting with KVIC officials to revamp the sector, the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) Minister pressed for optimum utilisation of existing infrastructure and its upgradation, along with ensuring economic sustainability without compromising the swadeshi spirit and legacy of Khadi.
He further called for efforts to increase the income of artisans who are the backbone of Khadi activity, and building Khadi as a robust brand while putting in place a healthy supply chain to widen its presence in the market.
He also urged for accelerated implementation of Khadi Reform and Development Programme (KRDP), an Asian Development Bank assisted programme.
The Minister also stressed the need for working out a strategy for time bound implementation of the action plan with emphasis on physical monitoring of the programme and its regular review so as to ensure the results of the our efforts reach the intended target beneficiaries.