Fabindia Agrees Not To Use ‘Khadi' For Their Products Anymore

Khadi, is handspun, handwoven natural fiber cloth from India and some parts of Bangladesh and Pakistan, mainly made out of cotton. Colloquially, depending upon the Geographical region, it is also known as Khaddar. The cloth is usually woven from cotton, and may also include silk, or wool, which are all spun into yarn on a spinning wheel called a charkha. It is a versatile fabric, cool in summer and warm in winter. In order to improve the look, Khadi is sometimes starched to give it a stiffer feel and is widely accepted in fashion circles.

In India, Khadi is being promoted by Khadi and Village Industries Commission, under the patronage of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (hereinafter referred to as the 'KVIC') is a unique statutory body formed by the Government of India, under the Khadi and Village Industries Act, 1956. The Statement of Objects and Reasons of the Act states that, the organization is