Sri Lakshmi Khadi Gramodyoga Kaigarika Sangha, Burujanahatti, Chitradurga

Sri Lakshmi Khadi Gramodyoga Kaigarika Sangha®, Burujanahatti, Chitradurga, is a registered Khadi institution established in 1991 to promote the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi by producing, promoting, and marketing authentic Khadi products. The institution is registered with the Karnataka Societies Registration Act and is recognised by the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC). It also holds a valid Khadi Mark Certificate, ensuring that all products are genuine Khadi manufactured in accordance with KVIC standards. The institution has been actively engaged in providing sustainable rural employment to artisans, particularly spinners, weavers, and other traditional craftsmen. With 125 New Model Charkhas, 30 pedal looms, and dedicated production centres at Hosadurga (Chitradurga District) and Singatagere, Kadur Taluk (Chikkamagaluru District), the Sangha has created livelihood opportunities for more than 100 artisans and Khadi workers, thereby strengthening the rural economy. Sri Lakshmi Khadi Gramodyoga Kaigarika Sangha specialises in producing high-quality cotton Khadi fabrics using eco-friendly, sustainable processes. The institution follows traditional hand-spinning and hand-weaving techniques while maintaining strict quality standards. During the year 2024–25, it achieved significant production and sales performance, reflecting its commitment to delivering premium Khadi products to customers across Karnataka. The Sangha operates Khadi Bhandars at Sangolli Rayanna Circle, Chitradurga, and Main Road, Hosadurga, where a wide range of Khadi fabrics, garments, household textiles, and other Khadi products are made available to the public. It also participates in exhibitions and promotional events to popularise Khadi and support the vision of "Vocal for Local" and "Atmanirbhar Bharat." Committed to environmental sustainability and rural development, the institution promotes natural, biodegradable, and hand-crafted products that preserve India's rich textile heritage. Every purchase from the Sangha directly supports rural artisans, encourages traditional craftsmanship, and contributes to employment generation in villages. Through the Khadi Karnataka Online Sales Platform, Sri Lakshmi Khadi Gramodyoga Kaigarika Sangha aims to make authentic, certified Khadi products accessible to customers across Karnataka and India. The institution remains dedicated to quality, transparency, customer satisfaction, and the continued promotion of Khadi as a symbol of self-reliance, sustainability, and national heritage.