Kausani Women Uncover Gandhi Shawl Legacy, Boost Khadi Industry and Rural Livelihoods in Uttarakhand
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News18 Hindi•01/12/2025
Kausani Women Uncover Gandhi Shawl Legacy, Boost Khadi Industry and Rural Livelihoods in Uttarakhand
- •Gandhi Shawl symbolizes simplicity and Swadeshi ideology.
- •Made from Khadi, the shawl lacks designs or bright colors.
- •Gandhi adopted the shawl in 1921 to support poor farmers and laborers.
- •Kausani and Bageshwar continue to produce authentic Gandhi Shawls.
- •Women's self-help groups play a crucial role in shawl production.
Why it matters: Supporting Gandhi Shawls helps preserve tradition and empowers local women economically.
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