Mahatma Gandhi Gram Swaraj Initiative (MGGSI)

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In the Union Budget 2026-27 presented recently, the Finance Minister announced the launch of the Mahatma Gandhi Gram Swaraj Initiative aimed at strengthening Khadi, handloom, and handicrafts.

About Mahatma Gandhi Gram Swaraj Initiative

• It was announced in the Union Budget 2026-27 to strengthen India’s traditional craft sectors.  
• It is a major initiative to strengthen the khadi, handloom, and handicrafts sector by improving global market access, branding, and market linkages.
• It is aimed at making traditional rural industries more competitive while ensuring sustainable livelihoods for artisans and weavers.
• The programme mainly targets weavers, village industries, beneficiaries of the One District One Product (ODOP) initiative, and rural youth, and MGGSI aims to address structural challenges. 
  • These include fragmented supply chains, inconsistent quality standards, and limited market connectivity. 
• MGGSI encourages artisans to adopt modern production methods. This would be done while preserving traditional craftsmanship. 
• The initiative also focuses on improving market access by better branding and marketing to enable artisans to reach organised retail, export markets, and online platforms.
• It aligns with the “Vocal for Local” philosophy and efforts to strengthen micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
• By reinforcing traditional industries, the initiative seeks to generate sustainable employment, reduce rural distress, and promote locally produced goods, thereby aligning with the broader vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Source: IE

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