The Khadi & Village Industries Commission (KVIC), under the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises launched Gandhi Jayanti Special Sales Rebate Campaign. Smt. Sheila Dikshit, Chief Minister of Delhi was the Chief Guest at the Special Rebate launch programme.
Ms. Kumud Joshi, Chairperson, KVIC presided over the function. Up to 30 per cent rebate will be given on all khadi and polyvastra products.
It may be mentioned that three registered brands are being used by the KVIC, exclusively for products under the purview of KVI sector: (a) Khadi Brand: Mainly for premium and export oriented products, (b) Sarvodaya Brand: Products for consumption of middle and lower income group & (c) Deshi Aahar: For organic food items.
KVIC takes part in international trade fairs and exhibitions also where, branded products, including khadi items, are widely exhibited.
Delegations of Export oriented Units/Institutions registered with KVIC/State/Union Territory Khadi and Village Industries Boards (KVIBs) are also provided financial assistance to participate in the international exhibitions. During 2006-07, KVIC took part in 5 such exhibitions.
Every year on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, Special Rebate Sales Campaign is undertaken by KVIC. This rebate will continue till mid-January 2008.
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