SRINAGAR, Aug. 6 -- Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Wednesday chaired the 107th meeting of the Board of Directors of the Jammu and Kashmir Khadi and Village Industries Board (KVIB), during which the Board approved preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for an integrated Khadi complex in Jammu.

According to an official statement, the proposed complex will house the KVIB Divisional Office, District Office and a Khadi Plaza to provide artisans and entrepreneurs with facilities for marketing, training and administrative support.

During the meeting, the Deputy Chief Minister said the KVIB should focus on promoting sustainable livelihoods, supporting artisans and strengthening traditional village industries. He stressed th...