History and Evolution of Khadi

Khadi, a fabric that reflects both a past and a future perspective, is a hallmark of Indian textile history. History reveals some fascinating facts about khadi. Indians have been practicing hand spinning and weaving for thousands of years. Archaeological artefacts, such as clay spindles (for spinning), bone tools (for weaving), and figures dressed in woven fabrics, suggest that the Indus Valley Civilization had a thriving textile culture. Hand spinning and weaving have been resurrected in India for over two millennia, making Khadi an ancient fabric. The essence of this has been discovered in the Indus Valley Civilization (around 2800 B.C.). As per archaeologists, the Indus Valley Civilization had a well-developed and booming industrial base. The Catholic Sculpture discovered in Mohenjo-Daro wears an exquisite robe over the shoulder with motifs that are still seen in modern Sindh, Gujarat, and Rajasthan.