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Building a new narrative

WE AT COEK -

EXPLORE, EXPERIMENT
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At CoEK, we are dedicated to crafting new perspectives, innovative narratives, and thoughtful designs that inspire mindfulness and conscious living.

OUR STORY

The Ministry of MSME conceived the Centre of Excellence for Khadi (CoEK) to address the needs of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC). Khadi benefits and struggles from centuries-old brand lineage; the program aspires to build on patronage and develop associations with high-end domestic and international markets. The Centre of Excellence for Khadi is envisaged to be a Centre for experimentation, innovation and design for Khadi fabrics, apparel, accessories and home fashions.

KHADI INSTITUTIONS

Khadi Institutions are certified institutions which produce and sell Khadi. Many of these institutions were formed under the guidance of Gandhi ji. These institutions have stood the test of time and have played a crucial role in the development of Khadi products supply chain.

In the first year of the program, CoEK is working with fifteen Khadi Institutions spread across all four regions of the country. These institutions are based in the states such as Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Assam, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and others.

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The collection imagines Khadi as home linen for everyday use, extending its presence from the wardrobe to the table. It is an exploration of how traditional textiles can move into new settings while retaining their handcrafted character.
A new way of imagining Khadi is not only as something we wear, but also as something we live with.

[Khadi as home décor, Khadi dining setups, handcrafted table linen, Khadi home styling]

#KhadiHome #DiningAesthetics #HandwovenLiving #KhadiHomeDecor #BlockPrintDesign

Every step on the runway carries the story of handspun threads and skilled weavers.
With Saumya / सौम्य, CoEK celebrates the evolving language of Khadi that is timeless, conscious, and made for today.

From Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra, Karnataka to the runway in Mumbai.

[khadi modern design, Khadi runway fashion, handspun and handwoven textiles, Khadi collection by coek, Khadi summer collection]

#KhadiCollection #KhadiCraft #LakmeFW2026 #HandwovenFashion #TextileHeritage

Saumya / सौम्य takes the runway at Lakmē Fashion Week in Partnership with FDCI, March 2026, Mumbai.
A contemporary Khadi narrative, handcrafted at Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra, Karnataka.

#CoEK #LakmeFashionWeek #KhadiIndia #SustainableFashion #RunwayFashion

CoEK wishes you and your loved ones a happy and prosperous Eid

#HandmadeinIndia #CraftsofIndia #khadiindia #IndianCraft #eidmubarak

Srishti, a universe in motion
Rooted in black and white as anchor shades, Srishti unfolds into soft, joyful accents- dusty rose, barn red, aquatic blue and forest green. Subtle checks, stripes, and delicate line art illustrations bring rhythm and movement to each yard.
Presented as yardages, these rolls carry the story forward, ready to be shaped, draped, and lived in

Handcrafted at- Udyog Bharti, Gondal, Gujarat

[Khadi printed collection, Khadi yardage, khadi shirts fabric, Khadi summer fabrics, ]

#indiantextiles #Khadistories #CoEK #KhadiIndia #HandwovenTextiles SlowFashionIndia

Saumy / सौम्य

CoEK presents Saumy at Lakmē Fashion Week in Partnership with FDCI – March 2026, celebrating the evolving language of Khadi through contemporary design.

Produced by Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra, Sandur, Karnataka, where sustainability is a way of life, every thread carries the lived stories of spinners and weavers whose hands bring Khadi to life.

Made by hand, for all.

#KhadiIndia #HandspunHandwoven #SlowFashionIndia #SustainableFashion #ConsciousClothing

Can you drape a traditional Mekhla Sador in under 60 seconds?

The Mekhla Sador, the traditional attire of Assam, is a beautiful two-piece drape known for its elegance and rich handloom heritage. Unlike a saree, it has a structured wrap that makes it both graceful and easy to wear.

In this quick reel, learn the step-by-step way to drape a Mekhla Sador and celebrate the beauty of Indian handloom and Khadi textiles.

Every fold carries the story of artisans, weaving traditions, and sustainable fashion.

Would you try this drape? Tell us in the comments 👇

(Mekhla chador, Mekhla Sador, classic drapes of India, variations of saree, khadi sari)

#styleyourkhadi #MekhlaSador #SareeDraping #HowToDrape #AssameseTraditionalWear

Honouring the Women of Khadi.

Rukuni Meher, Pramila Meher, Megha Meher from Budhima khadi Silk Patta, Sonepur, Odisha
Usha Meher, Tarani Meher from Sarvodaya Samiti, Koraput, Odisha
Saroj Meher, Smidrika Meher from Sambalpur Khadi Development Council, Sagarpali, Sonepur, Odisha
P. Dhanalaxmi from Ganjam Zila khadi Gramodyog Sangh, Ganjam, Odisha
Meenu Boro from Tamulpur Anchalik Gramdan Sangh, Assam
Nikumoni Das, Bina Das, Daibya Das, Jumi Kalita, Purnima Kalita, Dipali Konwar, Kabita Konwar from Janakalyan Samagra Bikash Parishad, Assam
Gangaben, Kokila Ben Parmar from Bhal Nalkantha Khadi Gramodyog Mandal, Ranpur, Gujarat
Mili Ben Trivedi from Udyog Bharti, Gondal, Rajkot, Gujarat
Daxa Ben Joshi from Mehta Khadi Udyog Gruh, Surendranagar, Gujarat
Jayabhaba, Mariyammal, Ammaniammal, Papathi, Prabavathi from Gandhigram Khadi and V.I. Public Charitable Trust, Dindigul, Tamil Nadu
Shruthi Muniyappa from Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra, Karnataka
Soni Devi, Sheela Devi, Janki Devi, from Kashi Hastkala Pratisthan, Sonbhadra, UP
Manju Devi, Meena Devi, Suman Devi, Radhika Devi from Kshetriya Shri Gandhi Ashram, Varanasi
Saroj Chauhan, Rantu Chauhan, Somal Devi, Bindu Devi, Bimla Devi from Shri Mahadev Khadi Gramodyog Sansthan, Ghazipur

and many more…

[Who are the women artisans behind Khadi?, What role do women play in the Khadi movement?, Which regions in India produce Khadi artisans?, How does Khadi support women’s livelihoods?Why is Khadi important for women artisans in India? Who are the major workforce behind khadi?]
#internationalwomensday #WomenOfKhadi #KhadiIndia #HandspunHandwoven #CraftswomenOfIndia

पलाश के पीले और लाल रंग, चंदन की महक है छाई,
प्रकृति के उपहार से, सबने है होली मनाई।

Nature has always been at the heart of Holi. A reminder that the most beautiful colors are the ones gifted by the earth.

#HoliWithNature #NaturalDyes #PalashFlowers #SustainableFestivals #EarthInspiredColors

[what are natural colors used in holi, how were holi colors made traditionally in india, what is palash flower used for in holi, why natural dyes are better for skin and environment, traditional ways of celebrating eco friendly holi]

Centre of Excellence for Khadi is on the lookout for young, creative and driven professionals with a strong passion for Khadi.

Open positions:
• Textile Designers – Kolkata & Patna
• Graphic Designers – Delhi

If you’re excited to work at the intersection of craft, design and legacy, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply by 7th March, 2026.
For details and applications, visit:
https://nift.ac.in/sites/default/files/2026-02/CoEK%20recruitments.pdf

Link in Bio

From identifying clusters through KVIC and engaging with Khadi Institutions, the process begins with on-ground visits to understand production capacity, infrastructure, historical context, and artisan skills. Research helps identify opportunities, followed by design development from concept to sampling. Once finalised, designs move into production at the KI, with continued support through resources, vendor linkages, and retail opportunities to strengthen the khadi ecosystem.
#KhadiIndia #DesignProcess #learnwithcoek #CraftIntervention #ArtisanLed
[khadi design process, khadi institution, craft intervention, handloom ecosystem, artisan skills]

JOIN OUR TEAM.

The Centre of Excellence for Khadi (CoEK) is on the lookout for young, creative, and dynamic professionals who shares a passion for khadi.

Positions open at: Delhi, Kolkata, Patna

Positions open for Fashion/Textile designers, Graphic designer/content creator.

For more details and to apply, visit CoEK 2.0 Recruitments at
https://nift.ac.in or click the link in bio

Last date to apply: 7th March 2026

#wearehiring #hiring

Myth: Khadi is rough and coarse.
Fact: Khadi softens with every wash.

Handspun fibres slowly relax over time. The fabric becomes more breathable and more comfortable with every wear. Unlike fast fabrics that wear out, khadi wears in.

Collection: Samanway
Handcrafted at Sarvodaya Samiti, Koraput, Odisha

[Is khadi soft or rough, Benefits of khadi fabric, Handspun & handwoven textile, Sarvodaya Samiti khadi Institution, Does khadi fabric soften after washing, Sustainable khadi fabric India]
#KhadiMyths #SamanwayCollection #SarvodayaSamiti #HandspunHandwoven #Coek

At Kashi Hasthkala, Sonbhadra, Tussar silk is hand-reeled without boiling the cocoons, a practice that retains the natural qualities of the fibre. Reeling is carried out through two traditional methods. In the first, silk filaments are manually drawn from the cocoons and hand-reeled over an earthen pot locally known as a matka. The second method involves a pedal-operated charkha, where women artisans continue to hand-reel the silk, with the process remaining largely manual and differing primarily in the use of pedal-assisted rotation.

(craft, artisanal, silk, varanasi, khadi, Matka Silk, KVIC, Khadi India)

#LoresOfKhadi #Artisanal #KhadiStories #KhadiIndia #learnwithcoek

Home linens by Centre of Excellence for Khadi designed to rejuvenate your spaces with warmth, texture, and conscious style.

#Khadi #SustainableLiving #ConsciousLifestyle

Presenting the making of Sui Dora 🧿

From Sandur, Karnataka, Lambani embroidery emerges as a vibrant tribal craft defined by bold colours, intricate motifs, and mirror embellishments traditionally believed to ward off the evil eye.

Practised by Lambani women and enriched with cowries, beads, and coins, the craft reflects deep cultural heritage and holds a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.

When embroidered on khadi, it creates textiles that are both sustainable and fashion-forward. Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra supports these artisans, enabling dignified livelihoods while preserving their craftsmanship.

[Embroidery, Craft, Hand, Khadi, Lambani, GI Tag, Sustainable, Handmade, Sandur]

#Khadi #WearKhadi #EmbroideryofIndia #Indian #IndianCraft

Hand-embroidered by Lambani women of Sandur, Sui Dora is shaped by a tradition passed down through generations.
The embroidery is practised mainly by women, who are guided by intuition and memory rather than patterns, each motif emerging naturally through their lived knowledge.
Known for its bold colours and layered stitches, when Lambani embroidery meets khadi, it brings a striking mix of colour, texture, and handcrafted detail to every garment.

#LambaniEmbroidery #HandcraftedTextiles #WomenArtisans #KhadiCollection #CoEK

[lambani embroidery, hand embroidered khadi, women-led craft traditions, indigenous textile india, handwoven artisan clothing]

Can you guess the name of this embroidery??

Hint: This craft finds its origin in southern part of India.

[Tribal, Embroidery, Khadi, handmade, handspun, handwoven, designs]
#EmbroideryonKhadi #CraftedinIndia #MakeinIndia #WearKhadi #ChooseKhadi

Creating meaningful interventions demands a deep understanding of the product, the people behind it, and the skills, craft, heritage, culture, and traditions that shape it.

CoEK works closely with artisans across Khadi institutions to explore and refine possibilities, enabling the creation of new products that build upon,and often elevate their existing expertise.

📍Shri Mahadev Khadi Gramodyog Sansthan, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh

(crafts, tradition, khadi, design, transformation, sustainability, ethical, fashion)

#Khadi #EmpoweringArtisans #NewFashion #DesignedForIndia #learnwithcoek

When you choose to wear Khadi, you are not merely embracing fashion, but supporting a fabric that is authentic, responsible, and sustainable at its core.

[Khadi, KVIC, Wear Khadi, Choose Khadi, Ethical, Conscious Fashion, Khadi for Nation, Yarns, Hand Spun]

#Khadi #ConsciousFashion #WearKhadi

What is ‘Ahimsa Silk’?
Eri silk is often called Ahimsa Silk, not as a label, but as a way of understanding how the fibre is made, where the silk is gathered without harming the silkworm.

How It Happens
Eri silkworms spin cocoons with a natural opening. This allows the moth to emerge freely. The fibre is collected only after its natural cycle is complete.

A Different kind of Silk
The Eri silkworm spins an open, zig-zag cocoon that lets the moth emerge naturally. This creates short, discontinuous fibres that are spun like cotton or wool, giving eri cotton or wool-like feel rather than the smooth, shiny texture of traditional silk.

Rooted in Balance
In North Eastern part of India, people rear Eri silkworms for both food and fibre, maintaining balance between consumption and continuity.

Made by Communities
Eri is produced by small-scale, family-run rural households. It is often a woman-dominated activity, who are involved in rearing, spinning, and weaving.

Sustainable Agriculture
Eri silkworms feed on castor plants, which are drought-resistant and low on water use. Castor can grow on marginal land and support a low-impact farming cycle

#EriSilk #AhimsaSilk #ConsciousTextiles #HandmadeFabrics #SustainableCraft

[eri silk fabric, ahimsa silk, indigenous textiles india, sustainable silk alternative, handspun natural fibre, Khadi silk, Coek]

Celebrating the spirit of Khadi, CoEK wishes everyone a very happy 77th Republic Day.

(Republic Day 2026, India, Khadi, Pride, KVIC, Wear Khadi, Choose Khadi)

#CelebrateKhadi #RepublicDay2026 #IndianFabric

Saumy / सौम्य
Hand-spun, hand-woven, and hand-embroidered for contemporary living, Saumy presents relaxed silhouettes in timeless hues of indigo, kora, and Indian madder red. Crafted at Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra in Karnataka where sustainability is a way of life. Every thread carries the lived stories of spinners and weavers, stories that unfold with each wear.
Made by hand, for all.

Witness showcase of saumya at NIFT international conference Fashion showcase organised by NIFT at NIFT Mumbai today.
#KhadiIndia #HandspunHandwoven #SlowFashionIndia #SustainableFashion #ConsciousClothing

Saumy celebrates the stories, mindful practices, and living craft traditions of Sandur’s spinners and weavers.

Handwoven and hand-embroidered at Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra, Karnataka, the collection features relaxed-fit silhouettes in timeless shades of indigo, kora, and Indian madder red rooted in slow fashion, sustainability, and artisanal excellence.

#SaumyCollection #HandwovenKhadi #IndianTextiles #SandurWeavers #khadiindia

Missed exploring our designs at Navyug Khadi?

CoEK now brings its curated collections to the city of dreams, Mumbai.
We invite you to shop modern khadi designs handcrafted by artisans of several khadi institutions across country.

📍Craft Bazaar
Basketball Court
NIFT Mumbai, Plot No. 15, Sector-4, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai - 410210, Maharashtra, India
🕜 : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
🗓️ : 22 - 23 January

[Retail, Shopping, Khadi, CoEK, KVIC, Design, Exclusive, Fashion]

#ChooseKhadi #WearKhadi #ShopKhadi

Ghoranash, a small village in West Bengal, continues a rich legacy of handwoven excellence. The weavers of the Ghoranash Silk Khadi Gramodyog Samiti are skilled not only in silk weaving but also in the intricate craft of Jamdani, a technique created through the meticulous insertion of an extra weft to form delicate patterns on the fabric.
Woven on sheer cloth, Jamdani allows its motifs to be visible on both sides of the textile, reflecting the precision and mastery of the weaver. Believed to be over 2,000 years old, this timeless craft has endured through centuries, sustained by generational knowledge and practice.
CoEK honours the dedication and craftsmanship of Khadi weavers who continue to preserve and practice the heritage of Jamdani weaving.
(Khadi, Jamdani, Craft, Weaving, Artisans, KVIC, Fabric, Fashion, Handmade, Handspun, Handwoven)
#Khadi #Jamdani #HandmadeinIndia #Artisanal #CraftsofIndia

You’re not wrong.
Sustainable. Handmade. Heritage.
These are the words youth associates with khadi.

Because khadi is made slowly, by hand,
using fibres that stay close to their natural state.
That’s why it feels light. That’s why it lasts.

What’s the first word that comes to your mind when you hear khadi? Let us know in comments below

#Khadi #HandmadeTextiles #SustainableFashion #SlowCraft #GenZCulture
[khadi fabric, sustainable textiles, handmade clothing, Indian heritage craft, slow fashion]

January festivals are rooted in the same quiet shift, the movement of Sun. Across the land, this season has always been about noticing subtle shifts, the lengthening of days, the return of warmth to the land and harvesting shaped by time. A reminder that true renewal is patient, grounded, and never excessive. Just like what is made slowly, by hand.

#SeasonOfRenewal #SlowCraft #HonouringTheSun #HandmadeWithTime #QuietAbundance

[Slow renewal, sun and seasons, handcrafted process, quiet luxury craft, time-honoured making]

The art of hands in moving, pausing, and returning shapes the process of khadi. For those who make khadi, don’t rush their hands. This is where the process becomes meditative.

#TheArtOfHands #KhadiProcess #HandmadeMeditation #SlowTextiles #CraftInMotion

[Meditative, Repetition, Hands, Process, Rhythm]

Visiting the Khadi institutions of Andhra Pradesh

ANDHRA FINE KHADI KARMIKABHIVRUDHI SANGHAM ( Ponduru)

GRAMA SWARAJYA SANGHAM and

SRIKAKULAM JILLA NIRMANA KARYAKARAM SANGHAM.

The team at CoEK experienced the craft of Indigenous varieties of cotton which included its cultivation and production process.

Brown cotton and Kondapatti (hill cotton) are among the many indigenous varieties of cotton fibre native to India. Brown cotton is distinguished by naturally occurring pigments, such as tannins and flavonoids, that permeate the fibre and impart its characteristic earthy hue.

Kondapatti (Hill cotton) on the other hand, exhibits minimal pigmentation, resulting in its distinctive off-white colour. Naturally resilient to drought and pests, both brown cotton and hill cotton are exceptionally well suited to the conditions of the Indian subcontinent. With short to medium staple lengths, these fibres can only be handspun, thereby preserving traditional craft practices. Choosing indigenous cotton varieties supports local farming communities while promoting sustainable and environmentally responsible textile production.

As the Godavari River flows through the Srikakulam district, artisans traditionally use the jawbone of a local catfish species, known as Veluga, for cleaning cotton.

[Indigenous cotton, Khadi, Sustainable, Environment Friendly, Conscious, Ethical, Fashion]

#Khadi #Natural #IndigenousCotton #khadiindia #ponduru

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CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE FOR KHADI
set up by KVIC- Ministry of MSME, in association with NIFT

Building a new narrative

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& INNOVATE

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KHADI INSTITUTIONS

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Building a new narrative

EXPLORE, EXPERIMENT & INNOVATE

OUR STORY

KHADI INSTITUTIONS

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