Khadi fair begins at Manjeri
A district-level Khadi fair has been inaugurated in Manjeri, India, featuring a 30% government rebate on products. The event aims to promote traditional hand-spun textiles and includes credit facilities for government employees.
Why it matters
The fair supports local artisans and promotes the cultural and economic significance of the Khadi industry in India.
The district-level inauguration of the Onam Khadi fair was held at Khadi Gramodyog Bhavan, Manjeri, on Monday (July 27). M. Rahmathulla, MLA, inaugurated the fair.
Gandhi Sahitya Vedi district president T. Abbas presided over the function. Mr. Rahmathulla handed over the first Khadi product to Manjeri municipal councillor Shamlik Kurikkal, marking the launch of the fair.
Sarvodaya Sangham president K.K. Muraleedharan, treasurer M. Prakashan, Manjeri Press Forum secretary K.M.A. Shukoor, Gandhi Darshan representative Mukundan Meleth, and social worker Saleena Pulpatta spoke.
Sarvodaya Sangham secretary Shyam Prasad M.K. welcomed the gathering. Khadi Bhavan manager Praveen T. proposed a vote of thanks.
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