The journey of Khadi has now become a dynamic force propelling the nation toward ViksitBharat@2047. The provisional figures for FY 2024-25, a 347% increase in production, a 447% surge in sales, and a historic 49.23% rise in employment generation.
In a remarkable testament to the spirit of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) has set an unprecedented record under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. For the first time since India’s independence, the turnover of Khadi and Village Industries has crossed an extraordinary milestone of ₹1.70 lakh crore, signaling not just economic success but a profound transformation in rural empowerment and self-reliance.
The journey of Khadi — once a symbol of India’s freedom struggle — has now become a dynamic force propelling the nation toward Viksit Bharat 2047. The provisional figures for FY 2024-25, a 347% increase in production, a 447% surge in sales, and a historic 49.23% rise in employment generation.
A Revival Rooted in Policy Vision
This revival is no accident; it reflects the Modi government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening India’s rural economy. Guided by the Ministry of MSME, KVIC’s schemes have transformed Khadi from a niche fabric into a vibrant economic movement. Prime Minister Modi’s consistent promotion of Khadi, both on national and global stages, has fueled a renaissance — making Khadi not just a symbol of tradition, but a brand of aspiration and sustainability.
From ₹26,109 crore in production in 2013-14 to ₹1,16,599 crore in 2024-25, and from ₹31,154 crore in sales to ₹1,70,551 crore in the same period, the numbers tell a story of unprecedented growth. Moreover, Khadi Gramodyog Bhawan in New Delhi achieved record sales of ₹110.01 crore, doubling its figures from a decade ago.
Empowering India’s Villages
Employment generation has been at the heart of KVIC’s mission. Under the Modi government’s focused rural policies, KVIC has provided livelihoods to 1.94 crore people — a monumental leap from 1.30 crore in 2013-14. Programs like the Pradhan Mantri Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) have been game-changers, establishing over 10 lakh new enterprises and creating employment for more than 90 lakh citizens. With ₹27,166 crore disbursed as margin money subsidy, the government has ensured that dreams in rural India find strong financial backing.
Further, through the Gramodyog Vikas Yojana, the government has massively expanded support for traditional industries, distributing nearly 2.88 lakh machines and toolkits — from electric pottery wheels to incense stick machines and honeybee boxes — thereby directly enhancing rural productivity and incomes.
Women at the Center of Rural Transformation
In a significant push for gender empowerment, KVIC’s efforts have ensured that women remain at the center of this transformation. Out of 7.43 lakh trainees trained over the last decade, 57.45% are women. Notably, 80% of Khadi artisans today are women — a clear reflection of inclusive growth. Artisan wages have also seen a record increase of 275% over the last eleven years, improving livelihoods and dignity for millions of rural families.
Building the Foundation for Viksit Bharat
Chairman Shri Manoj Kumar rightly pointed out that these achievements are more than just numbers — they represent the building blocks of a “Viksit Bharat”, an India envisioned to be the third-largest economy by 2047. The success of KVIC underlines the Modi government’s philosophy of development: empowering the last person in the queue, revitalizing rural industries, and restoring pride in India’s indigenous traditions.
In a world increasingly looking for sustainable and ethical products, Khadi and Village Industries have emerged as India’s soft power. Thanks to the forward-looking leadership of Prime Minister Modi, Khadi is not just cloth — it is the fabric of New India’s dreams.
