Chandigarh, January 6

Giving an impetus to the use of indigenous items, the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) will be using ‘khadi durries’ (rugs) manufactured by the cottage industry.

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force (ITBP) will be procuring 1,71,520 cotton ‘khadi durries’ for use by the CAPF that functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs. The value of the order is Rs 8.5 crore.

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) in this regard has been signed with the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) by the ITBP.