Sonia Gandhi Condemns Polyester Flags, Calls for Khadi Restoration

Sonia Gandhi criticizes the Modi government for adopting machine-made polyester flags, urging restoration of khadi as a symbol of national pride. She highlights the negative impact on India's khadi industry and traditional handloom workers. Gandhi calls for collective introspection on the national flag's significance and a revival of khadi craftsmanship.

Sonia Gandhi has lambasted the Modi administration over the widespread use of machine-manufactured polyester flags, calling for khadi to reclaim its place as the exclusive fabric for the national flag.

In an article in The Hindu, Gandhi stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign presents an opportunity for reflecting on the flag's symbolism.

Gandhi criticized the importation of polyester yarn from China, noting that this has harmed India's storied khadi industry and handloom traditions. She called for a revival of khadi and highlighted the burdens imposed on handloom workers by the Goods and Services Tax (GST).