A programme on ‘Weaving Peace’ was organised by MVIRDC World Trade Center (WTC) Mumbai and IAMKHADI to celebrate 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. H. E. Mr. Bhagat Singh Koshyari, Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra said, “I am very happy to note that through this programme WTC Mumbai is propagating Mahatma Gandhi’s dream of peace, non-violence and prosperity by promoting Khadi. Khadi is a symbol of our rich tradition. India was the leading producer of textile before the British era. Going back to the basics will help India reclaim its glory in textiles. I am delighted that Khadi is becoming a preferred international brand.”

H. E. Mr. Koshyari further remarked, “Mahatma Gandhi encouraged Khadi to generate employment for millions of people. Using Khadi by masses will empower and enrich rural artisans and weavers. The common man adopts fashion and style of his role models. I urge popular society leaders to adopt and promote Khadi and I hope through this programme we can realise the vision of the Father of Nation.”

Mr. Vijay Kalantri, Vice Chairman, MVIRDC World Trade Center Mumbai said, “Mahatma Gandhi spread the message of self-reliance, peace and non-violence through Khadi. WTC Mumbai takes lead in promoting this message by popularising Khadi in the international market. I am confident that the trade missions present here will create awareness about Khadi in their home countries. WTC Mumbai also supports the Swachh Bharat Mission, which is another vision of our Father of Nation and our Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri. Narendra Modi.”

The programme featured a fashion show to showcase handmade fabrics of renowned designers such as Ms. Tara Bhuyan, Ms. Meagan Ollari, Ms. Mantasha Ahmed, Ms. Archana Kochhar.

The event was attended by Consul Generals from more than 15 countries, distinguished artists, fashion designers, entrepreneurs and representatives from entertainment industry.

In Photo:

H. E. Mr. Bhagat Singh Koshyari, Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra lighting the lamp. Also seen in the foregraound (L-R): Mr. Vijay Kalantri, Vice Chairman, MVIRDC World Trade Center Mumbai (second from right); Ms. Rupa Naik, Senior Director, MVIRDC World Trade Center Mumbai (first from right) and Mr. Yash Arya, Founder, IAMKHADI (second from left) along with other dignitaries.From (L-R): Mr. Y. R. Warerkar, Director General, MVIRDC World Trade Center Mumbai; Mr. Yash Arya, Founder, IAMKHADI; Captain Mr. Somesh Batra, Vice Chairman, MVIRDC World Trade Centre Mumbai; H. E. Mr. Bhagat Singh Koshyari, Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra; Ms. Rupa Naik, Senior Director, MVIRDC World Trade Center Mumbai and Mr. Vijay Kalantri, Vice Chairman, MVIRDC World Trade Center Mumbai.