New Delhi, March 11 -- The wages of Khadi artisans will be increased by 20 per cent from April 1, said KVIC Chairman Manoj Kumar on Tuesday during a press conference in New Delhi.

Presently, spinners get Rs 12.50 for spinning per hank on the charkha, which will be increased by Rs 2.50 from April 1, 2025. As per the increased rate, they will now get Rs.15 per hank spun, a release added.

Chairman, KVIC informed that during the past 10 years under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the 'Khadi Revolution' has brought about a comprehensive change in the lives of artisans. The Government has made a historic increase in the income of spinners and weaver.

Accoding to a release by the KVIC, the wages was increased from Rs.7.50...