Tamil Nadu CM Vijay urges people to buy khadi, village products
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has encouraged citizens to purchase khadi and village-made products to support local artisans and weavers. The initiative aims to promote economic self-reliance and modernize the industry through new designs and e-commerce platforms.
Why it matters
Promoting local manufacturing and traditional crafts is a key strategy for rural economic development and preserving cultural heritage.
On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti on October 2, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Thursday (October 1, 2026) appealed to the people of Tamil Nadu to purchase khadi clothes and products made in villages to help improve the livelihoods of spinners, weavers, and artisans.
In a statement, Mr. Vijay said the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi reminded everyone of the history of India’s freedom struggle, as well as simplicity, self-reliance, and the spirit of humanity that embraces everyone. Mahatma Gandhi, who wielded non-violence as a weapon, taught every Indian the importance of economic freedom and self-reliance through the spinning wheel, he said.
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