Minister of States (Independent Charge) for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Giriraj Singh on Tuesday inaugurated the exclusive Khadi pavilion of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) at the 37th edition of the India International Trade Fair at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. The theme of this one of the largest trade fairs for this edition is 'Start up India: Stand up India'.
KVIC has set up over 100 stalls at the fair. KVIC institutions from nearly all the states of the country are showcasing the exquisite products created by the genuine fingers of rural artisans.
This annual event of India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) would provide platform to the rural artisans to showcase their skills in the National Capital. After inaugurating the pavilion, the MSME Minister said the commitment and zeal exhibited by the artisans and entrepreneurs show that the whole nation has lapped up he appeal of Prime Minister Narendra Modiji to embrace khadi. KVIC Chairman Vinai K Saxena said that KVIC as a team will always try to yield best results with its social commitment. "We will always try to stand as per the expectations and love of our PM for Khadi and village industries," he said.
Secretary MSME Arun Kumar Panda and noted fashion designer Ritu Beri were also present on this ocassion.