UDYAMI 4.4.3

The Khadi & Village Industries Commission (KVIC) is a statutory organization under the Ministry of MSME (Government of India). Established in 1956 under the Act of Parliament (No.61 of 1956) and subsequently amended by Act No.12 of 1987 and Act No.10 of 2006, KVIC plays a crucial role in promoting and developing Khadi and Village industries (KVI) to create employment opportunities in rural areas, thereby bolstering the rural economy.

As a recognized entity in the decentralized sector, KVIC has proved instrumental in generating sustainable non-farm employment opportunities in rural areas with minimal investment per capita. Its wide-ranging activities encompass skill improvement, technology transfer, research and development, and marketing. By fostering employment and self-employment prospects in rural regions, KVIC contributes immensely to uplifting these communities.