Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Karnataka Promotes Khadi and Menstrual Leave
The Karnataka government has decided that all its employees must wear khadi clothes on the first Saturday of every month.
This rule starts on April 24.
The government is also giving extra discounts to employees who buy khadi and silk clothes from government stores.
They want to help local artists and make sure people buy these traditional clothes.
There are also plans to open a special canteen where employees can buy daily things at lower prices.
Additionally, the government has introduced 12 days of paid menstrual leave annually for women employees to support their health and well-being.
Karnataka government makes khadi attire mandatory for employees on the first Saturday of every month, starting April 24.
Additional 5% discount on khadi products and expanded silk discounts for all state government employees.
Government-run stores encouraged for purchases to directly support artisans.
Proposed 'Government Employees’ Canteen' to provide subsidized daily essentials, to be announced in the 2026–27 budget.
Karnataka mandates 12 days of paid menstrual leave annually for women employees aged 18-52.
- Who
- Karnataka government employees, Karnataka Khadi and Village Industries Board, Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC)
- What
- Mandatory khadi attire once a month, additional discounts on khadi and silk products, proposed subsidized canteen, 12 days of menstrual leave annually for women employees
- When
- Initiative launch on April 24, canteen scheme in 2026–27 budget, menstrual leave applicable from the date of issuance of the government order
- Where
- Karnataka, India
- Why
- To promote khadi and silk industries, support local artisans, provide welfare benefits to employees, and enhance the efficiency and performance of women employees
- Initiative Launch Date
- April 24
- Khadi Day
- First Saturday of every month
- Additional Discount for Employees
- 5%
- Silk Discount Expansion
- All state government employees
- Proposed Canteen Scheme
- Government Employees’ Canteen (2026–27 budget)
- Menstrual Leave Days
- 12 days annually (1 day/month)
- Eligibility for Menstrual Leave
- Women employees aged 18-52
