About KVIC

• Khadi and Village Industries Commission is a statutory body under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.
• Established in 1956, KVIC aims to plan, promote, facilitate, organize, and assist in the establishment and development of Khadi and Village industries in the rural areas.
• Over the years, the main thrust of KVIC activities has been to provide a larger share of employment to scheduled caste and scheduled tribes and women.

Why in News?

• The month-long Khadi Fest- 23 was inaugurated in Mumbai recently.

Reference:

https://newsonair.gov.in/News?title=Khadi-Fest-23-inaugurated-in-Mumbai%3b-Fest-to-run-until-Feb-24-at-KVIC-HQs%2c-Vile-Parle&id=454784