Centre of Excellence for Khadi – khadi yarn

Centre of Excellence for Khadi

CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE FOR KHADI

Set up by KVIC- Ministry of MSME,
in association with NIFT

About CoEK

The Centre of Excellence for Khadi (CoEK) was established to help Khadi Institutions (KIs) to effectively design, produce and market high quality differentiated khadi products in the Indian and global market.

Khadi spinning on a wooden charkha

Story behind Khadi

CoEK works with Khadi Institutions (KIs) to strengthen their ability to design, produce and market high-quality products. It also brings forward the stories behind craft practices, highlighting the skills, processes and people that shape each product.

Khadi weaver at the loom

Design Intervention

We are committed to shaping a new narrative around khadi and highlighting its processes and craftsmanship. We promote design, innovation and experimentation across fabrics, apparel, saris, accessories and home furnishings through product development, capacity building, research and communication.

Women wearing khadi saris
The Centre of Excellence for Khadi (CoEK) was established in 2021 by the Ministry of MSME in collaboration with the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT).Origin
CoEK works with khadi and regional crafts pan IndiaCraft Techniques
CoEK is the design think tank for KVICRecognition

Khadi India CoEK

CoEK plays a pivotal role in benchmarking design excellence in Khadi, creating contemporary narratives that elevate its appeal. It is actively involved in revitalizing the Khadi India brand, particularly through the transformation of Khadi India stores, making them more aspirational and aligned with global trends. Operating on a hub-and-spoke model, CoEK is headquartered in Delhi, with regional centres in Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Gandhinagar, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Panchkula and Patna

Contact : +919211079033
Website : www.coek.in