Bhubaneswar, March 30, 2026 – The Odisha Khadi Fair 2026 concluded in Bhubaneswar after seven days of celebration, highlighting the pivotal role of khadi in generating rural employment and driving economic growth.
The 7 day long Odisha Khadi Fair–2026 concluded in Bhubaneswar, highlighting khadi’s key role in rural employment and economic growth.
Organized by the Odisha Khadi and Village Industries Board, the fair onboarded 50 artisan groups to ONDC, promoting digital inclusion. With 75… pic.twitter.com/hdfgBiBnOd
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Organized by the Odisha Khadi and Village Industries Board, the fair provided a platform for over 50 artisan groups to onboard onto the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), advancing digital inclusion for traditional crafts. With 75 stalls featuring products from Odisha and other states, the event facilitated business worth approximately ₹1.2 crore, strengthening market connections and supporting artisan livelihoods.
The fair emphasized not only commerce but also the preservation of handloom traditions, creating opportunities for small-scale producers to reach wider audiences while promoting sustainable, locally-made products.
