Watch video: PM Modi spins charkha at Khadi Utsav in Ahmedabad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tried his hands on the charkha on Saturday as he attended the 'Khadi Utsav' event in Ahmedabad.

In a video released by PBS, the Prime Minister can be seen paying close attention as he spun the charkha and drew the thread. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel also attended the event.

Khadi Utsav is being organised to pay tribute to khadi and its importance during the freedom struggle. It's being held as part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.


The Utsav is being organized at Sabarmati riverfront in Ahmedabad. Around 7,500 women khadi artisans from various districts of Gujarat participated at the event, ANI reported.The charkha played a significant role in India's freedom struggle.

The event features an exhibition showcasing the 'Evolution of Charkhas' by displaying 22 Charkhas from different generations used since the 1920s to now.

The event includes charkhas like 'Yerwada Charkha' which symbolises the charkhas used during the freedom struggle. There are also charkhas with the latest innovations and technology used today.

It has been a constant endeavour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to popularise Khadi, generate awareness about Khadi products and promote the use of Khadi amongst youth, an official release said.