A comprehensive development program designed to enhance institutional capacity, modernize operational frameworks, and support sustainable growth within the traditional khadi and village industries sector.
Understanding the scope and approach of KRDP
The Khadi Reform and Development Program represents a structured approach to institutional strengthening within the traditional industries sector. The program focuses on systematic improvements across operational, technical, and organizational dimensions.
Through carefully designed interventions, KRDP addresses key challenges in certification processes, quality assurance mechanisms, and artisan support systems. The program emphasizes evidence-based methodologies and sustainable development practices.
Core activities include capacity building for implementing agencies, development of standardized operational procedures, and establishment of monitoring frameworks to ensure program effectiveness and accountability.
Strategic goals guiding program implementation
Strengthen institutional frameworks and governance structures to improve operational efficiency and accountability
Develop and implement standardized certification systems for quality assurance and product authentication
Build capacity among artisan communities through structured training programs and skill development initiatives
Establish monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to track program outcomes and enable data-driven decision making
Modernize production techniques while preserving traditional craftsmanship and heritage methodologies
Facilitate market linkages and expand distribution channels for enhanced economic sustainability
Key intervention areas under KRDP
Organizational development, governance reforms, and administrative capacity enhancement initiatives.
Development of certification standards, testing protocols, and authentication mechanisms.
Structured skill development courses for artisans, supervisors, and implementing agency staff.
Result-based monitoring systems, performance indicators, and evaluation methodologies.
Digital systems for process automation, data management, and information dissemination.
Financial management reforms, fund flow mechanisms, and fiscal accountability measures.
Program documentation and reference materials
Guidelines, operational manuals, and policy frameworks
Periodic implementation updates and status summaries
Course curricula, learning modules, and assessments
Baseline surveys, impact assessments, and analyses
Latest program announcements and information
The Q4 program review meeting is scheduled for implementation partners. Regional coordinators to submit progress reports.
New training modules on quality certification standards have been released. Implementing agencies to begin rollout.
The comprehensive annual progress report documenting program achievements and milestones is now available.
Revised certification guidelines and procedures have been issued. All stakeholders to review updated documentation.