New Delhi [India], July 23 (ANI): As a tribute to India’s tradition and culture, the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), in collaboration with the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) and Khadi India, hosted a Khadi showcase in New Delhi that blended traditional and modern designs.
From vibrant-hued kurtas, saris, to trousers, the show highlighted Khadi’s versatility and potential in contemporary fashion, redefining style with sustainability and design experimentation.
The event, which was graced by Manoj Kumar, Chairman of KVIC, showcased the country’s rich and diverse textile heritage.
The FDCI official page posted pictures from the event and wrote in the caption, “FDCI with KVIC & Khadi India..In a tribute to India’s timeless textile, hosted a powerful Khadi showcase in New Delhi at the Taj Pavilion blending heritage with innovation. The day began with an immersive Charkha spinning workshop, where over 200 students from top design institutes including NIFT, Pearl Academy, FDDI, AAFT, and YMCA were guided by expert instructors connecting hands-on with the roots of Khadi. Graced by Shri Manoj Kumar ( @manojgoelbjp ), Chairman – KVIC, the event was a powerful reminder: Khadi is not just history, it’s the future of Indian fashion. @kvicindia #FDCI #KhadiIndia #KVIC #KhadiShow”
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The Khadi industry is one of the most prominent traditional industries in India, as it not only boosts sales and employment opportunities for artisans but also strengthens export potential, contributes to the GDP, promotes rural development, and fosters entrepreneurship.
Talking about India Couture Week, it started today, July 23 and will continue till July 30 in the national capital. The gala will feature ace designers JJ Valaya, Manish Malhotra, Ritu Kumar, Tarun Tahiliani, Amit Aggarwal, Falguni Shane Peacock, Shantanu & Nikhil, Suneet Verma, Rimzim Dadu, Jayanti Reddy, Rose Room by Isha Jajodia, and Aisha Rao showcasing their exquisite collections.
Hyundai India Couture Week 2025 in association with Reliance Brands, an initiative of the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), will open with a spectacular presentation by Rahul Mishra.
Speaking about the upcoming showcase, Rahul Mishra in a press note said, “Every time we showcase in India, it fills us with immense pride to present our work on home soil, where the roots of our craft run deepest. Opening Hyundai India Couture Week 2025 with FDCI is an honour, and this collection feels especially personal. It explores the idea of love not just as a feeling, but as a transformation and a journey of becoming. Through every ensemble, we attempt to express that quiet surrender, where craft, emotion, and soul dissolve into one.”
Couturier JJ Valaya will present the closing show of the 18th edition. (ANI)
