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Union Minister Narayan Rane unveils Khadi Fest in Mumbai

Union Minister Narayan Rane unveils Khadi Fest in Mumbai

Mumbai, Oct 2 (UNI) Union Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Narayan Rane on Monday flagged off the Khadi Yatra at an event celebrating Mahatma Gandhi’s 154th birth anniversary.
The minister also announced the 'Khadi Mahtsav,' scheduled from October 2-31 at Gramodaya in Vile Parle. The festival is dedicated to supporting the "Vocal for Local" initiative and the 'Atma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan' envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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