Inter-organization competition in collaboration with SIDT (Sasmira Institute of Design and Textile) on the occasion of Khadi Mahotsav

School of Design

Department of Fashion & Textiles

Report

Date: 02 October, 2025

Activity: Inter-organization competition in collaboration with SIDT (Sasmira Institute of Design and Textile) on the occasion of Khadi Mahotsav

Venue: Online

Participants: 46

Objective: The objective of the Khadi Mahotsav initiative was to promote awareness and appreciation of Khadi as a sustainable, indigenous textile that embodies India’s cultural heritage. It aimed to encourage students to creatively reinterpret Khadi through modern design perspectives while supporting the ethos of Vocal for Local and Atmanirbhar Bharat

The Department of Fashion and Textiles organized an inter-institutional initiative as part of the Khadi Mahotsav to celebrate India’s heritage fabric – Khadi. The event was designed to inspire students to value Khadi as a sustainable textile that beautifully harmonizes traditional craftsmanship with modern design sensibilities.

In collaboration with SASMIRA’s Institute of Design and Textiles (SIDT), a series of online competitions were held on October 2, 2025, under the Khadi Mahotsav banner. The contests featured two engaging categories — Vocal for Local Poster Design and Style with Khadi — encouraging participants to explore Khadi’s relevance from artistic and fashion perspectives. A total of 20 students from SIDT and 26 from IIS (Deemed to be University) participated, fostering meaningful creative exchange and collaboration between the two institutions.

In the Vocal for Local Poster Design category, participants designed digital posters promoting the use and importance of Khadi. Their concepts reflected Khadi’s sustainability, eco-friendliness, and indigenous essence, emphasizing its role in empowering artisans, preserving India’s cultural heritage, and supporting self-reliance.

The Style with Khadi competition invited participants to style themselves or a model in Khadi-based outfits, highlighting the fabric’s adaptability and elegance in contemporary fashion. Students displayed exceptional creativity, merging traditional aesthetics with modern silhouettes, proving Khadi’s relevance in the sustainable fashion movement.

The competitions concluded with the announcement of winners, who were awarded certificates recognizing their creativity, innovation, and contributions toward promoting Khadi.

Winners – Vocal for Local Poster Design Competition

1st Position: Mansvi Shailesh Joshi — B.Des FY, SIDT

2nd Position: Nabila Abdul Munaf — B.Des FY, SIDT

3rd Position (Tied): Amber Sultana — B.Sc. FD Sem I, IIS (Deemed to be University)

3rd Position (Tied): Sharebah Sayyed — B.Des FY, SIDT

Winners – Style with Khadi (Khadi Styling) Competition

1st Position: Anshika Gupta — B.Sc. FD Sem III, IIS (Deemed to be University)

2nd Position: Darshana Mishra — B.Des SY, SIDT

3rd Position (Tied): Diya Bohra — B.Sc. FD Sem III, IIS (Deemed to be University)

3rd Position (Tied): Shrasti Nirwan — B.Sc. FD Sem III, IIS (Deemed to be University)

The initiative fostered awareness among students about Khadi as a symbol of sustainability, self-reliance, and national pride. Participants were encouraged to view Khadi not merely as a fabric but as a movement connecting India’s cultural roots with forward-looking design innovation.

Learning Outcome: The Khadi Mahotsav proved to be a meaningful and impactful educational initiative. It effectively promoted appreciation for Khadi among students, instilling a sense of responsibility toward sustainable fashion and pride in India’s textile heritage. The event embodied the true spirit of Vocal for Local, inspiring future designers to uphold and reimagine the enduring legacy of Khadi.

Dr. Vipin Kumari Ms. Harshita Bhown

Head, Department of Fashion & Textiles Faculty Coordinator